La Rochelle City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Vieux Port
Explore the waterfront in La Rochelle with a trip to Vieux Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
After visiting La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour St. Nicolas
Learn about the local history of La Rochelle when you spend time at Tour St. Nicolas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Lanterne
You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a visit to Tour de la Lanterne. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Natural History Museum
Get a closer look at the stuffed animals and other unusual items found by French explorers during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Musée des Beaux-Arts
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Musée des Beaux-Arts in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Things to do

Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

La Rochelle: Escape Game in Magic Theme Team
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Other neighbourhoods around La Rochelle City Centre

Saint-Nicolas
Though Saint-Nicolas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vieux Port and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.

Le Gabut
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Le Gabut. You might want to make time for a stop at Tour St. Nicolas or Bay of Biscay.
La Ville-en-Bois
A noteworthy feature of La Ville-en-Bois is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Musée des Automates and Musée des Modeles Reduits.

Les Minimes
Les Minimes is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Port des Minimes and Minimes Beach.

Fétilly
Fétilly is well liked for its waterfront views. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like La Rochelle Central Market and Natural History Museum.

La Pallice
Travellers like the historical sites in La Pallice, and Port de la Pallice is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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