We’ve found that in other cities with a city card, like Paris, the card offers substantial savings on combined entrance fees for participating museums and attractions. The PASS Nantes isn’t quite as beneficial; at 25.00€ for 24 hours, you’ll be … Continue reading
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Nantes – People and Public Spaces
We’ve found the people of Nantes to be some of the friendliest of all the places we’ve visited and their hospitality will make you feel right at home. Whether it’s offering a stranger a place to sit for a meal, … Continue reading
Nantes – Getting There and Getting Around
Nantes is accessible by various forms of transportation, but chances are you’ll be coming in by plane or by train. Once here, you may need to arrange further transportation to get to, and around in, the city. So, we’ve put … Continue reading
Things to do in Nantes – Visit the Jardin des Plantes
To get your botanical fix while in Nantes, visit le Jardin des Plantes. This fabulous Botanical Garden, the modern version of what began as a medicinal garden during the reign of Louis XIV, was opened to the public in the mid-19th century. … Continue reading
Things to do in Nantes – Le Voyage à Nantes
One of the best ways to see Nantes is by taking Le Voyage à Nantes. This self-guided walking tour of the city, along the ‘Green Line’, leads you to most of the major sights and attractions. Follow the ten-mile trail through the … Continue reading
Things to see and do in Nantes, France
The city of Nantes is entertaining and hospitable, yet for some reason seems to fly just below the tourist radar. There’s so much going on here and, thanks to the people of Nantes, and their vibrant social and art scene, … Continue reading
Things to do in Nantes – View the city from Le Nid
For a panoramic bird’s eye view of Nantes, visit Le Nid, ‘the nest’ at the top of the Tour de Bretagne, the only skyscraper in Nantes. This pub/bar is home to a nesting bird, said to be half stork/half heron. In a fun and … Continue reading
Things to do in Nantes – Experience Les Machines de l’île and La Fabrique
If you’re looking for the unusual and bizarre in Nantes, visit Les Machines de l’île on the Île de Nantes. Guaranteed to entertain you for hours, this is one attraction you won’t want to miss. Inspired by the works of native son Jules … Continue reading
Things to do in Nantes – Visit the Cathedral
The Cathedral of Nantes, officially the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Nantes, is one of the significant historical structures in the city. Open free to the public, the Cathedral and its crypt are worth a stop for anyone visiting Nantes. Located near the Chateau des Ducs … Continue reading
Things to do in Nantes – Visit the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany
One of the main historical sights in the heart of the French city of Nantes is the Château des Ducs de Bretagne. Listed as a historical monument for over 170 years, this ‘Castle of the Dukes of Brittany’ serves not only … Continue reading