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Places to visit and stay guide and photos of the city of Nantes
The Cathédrale St-Pierre St-Paul.
Nantes is a beautiful city located in the Loire region of France. As a tourist, there are plenty of things to do and see in Nantes. Begin your visit with a stroll along the River Loire. Here, youll find plenty of cafés and restaurants, and some of the citys best attractions, such as the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany and the Graslin Theatre.
Continue your tour of Nantes with a visit to the Jardin des Plantes. This botanical garden is home to more than 10,000 species of flora and fauna, and is the perfect spot for a picnic.
Afterwards, explore the citys many museums. Check out the Musée des Beaux-Arts, the Natural History Museum, and the Archaeology Museum. For something a bit more modern, head to the Hangar a Bananes, an art center and cultural hub.
The busy produce market in Nantes
A pavement cafe in Nantes
For a large city Nantes has a lot of very large parks. The city has lots of restaurants if you try the set menu you can eat from about £10.
Places to visit the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany a History Museum near the town centre on 4 place Marc-Elder.
The Machines de l'Ile is a must it is like a theme park and museum for Jules Verne. Try the mechanical grand elephant ride.you can find the museum at Bd Léon Bureau 44200 it is on the bank of the river Loire.
One of the best ways to find out your way round the sites of the city.Is the road train Le Petit Train de Nantes a 40 minute trip from Place Saint-Pierre near the Cathedral.
We spent a day there in Oct we had been touring in the Brittany area.
You can park just outside the pedestrian area and the centre is an easy walk.
There is a fast train service from Paris the TGV takes about 2 hours.
When youre ready to take a break, head to the Place du Commerce. This square is one of the citys most popular spots, and is home to many restaurants and shops. Spend an hour or two browsing the boutiques and admiring the architecture.
Finally, round out your visit with a cruise down the Loire. This is the perfect way to take in the beauty of Nantes and its surroundings. Enjoy the stunning views as you sail past the citys many bridges and monuments.
Whatever you choose to do, youre sure to have an unforgettable experience in the vibrant city of Nantes.
If you would like to stay there are plenty of Hotel deals to pick from
Compare the Hotels in NantesSituated in the heart of Nantes , very close to the old city , the Castle and the Cathedral , the La Pérouse Hotel welcomes you in one of the most important city of the Pays de la Loire region.
This modern 3-star Nantes hotel , housed in a vanguard building , awarded with the European Union Ecolabel , offers well-appointed rooms , parking facilities , two meeting rooms , as well as wireless Internet access in all the property.
La Pérouse Hotel central location in Nantes , will allow you to experience the charming atmosphere of this important city , that hosts many cultural events of note and boasts an important art patrimony as you can see in the main tourist sights.
Including the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany , the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul , the Basilica of Saint-Louis , the Basilica of Saint Nicolas and the Fine Arts Museum of Nantes.
SHORT BREAKS are available, including in July and August, minimum 4 nights.
Le Pressoir is a fully restored 200 year old thatched Breton cottage with the traditional ridge of flowers including irises. Exquisite and attractive it has breathtaking views, colourful flower borders and lots of character inside.
A magnificent setting beside the River Blavet with glorious views of the entire valley. Several superb sandy beaches within 20-30 minutes' drive. Private heated swimming pool with security alarm installed & discreet fence to ensure child safety. Set in 3 acres of gardens. Free WiFi available for guests.
The property is ideal for someone who wants to be self sufficient or just to relax! Detached House, no near neighbours, on a plot size 4700sq.metres,
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