Old Lille Travel Guide

Lille

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a fountain, and outdoor seating at a cafe.
A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a dome structure, and a café with outdoor seating.
A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a café, and people walking.
A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a red car parked on the side, and a sign indicating 'Vieux Lille'.
A bustling European street with historic buildings, outdoor cafes, and pedestrians.

Stay near popular Old Lille attractions

Lille Cathedral

8.6/10 (91 reviews)
Lille Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.
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Things to do

Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass

Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass & 24-Hour Transportation

£30
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass & 24-Hour Transportation
Lille: Entry ticket to the Museum of Illusions

Lille: Entry ticket to the Museum of Illusions

£16
per adult
Lille: Entry ticket to the Museum of Illusions
Treasure hunts to discover Lille

Treasure hunts to discover Lille

£17
per traveller
Treasure hunts to discover Lille
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

£11
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Self Guided Secrets Tour Explore Lille and Miss Nothing

Self Guided Secrets Tour Explore Lille and Miss Nothing

£4
per traveller
Self Guided Secrets Tour Explore Lille and Miss Nothing
Tasty treasure hunt in Lille

Tasty treasure hunt in Lille

£22
per adult
Tasty treasure hunt in Lille
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Top hotels in Old Lille

Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection

Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection

4 out of 5
36 rue de Gand Lille Nord
The price is £95 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£95
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection
Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille

Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille

2 out of 5
10 Rue de Courtrai Lille
The price is £48 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£48
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (545 reviews)
"Not suitable for children under 2 Stains on the mattress and tiny, tiny room. The main bed was 2 singles pushed together. The whole area just smelt of urine"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille
Hotel Lille Europe

Hotel Lille Europe

3 out of 5
Avenue Le Corbusier Lille Nord
The price is £61 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£61
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel Lille Europe
OKKO Hotels Lille Centre

OKKO Hotels Lille Centre

4 out of 5
13 rue d'Amiens Lille
The price is £84 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£84
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (698 reviews)
"Clean, modern hotel with a sweet “club” which doubles as a lobby and breakfast area/bar. Room was relatively small but very smartly laid out. I would definitely stay here or another Okko hotel again."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

OKKO Hotels Lille Centre
JOST Hôtel Lille Centre

JOST Hôtel Lille Centre

10 Rue Meurein Lille Nord
The price is £46 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£46
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wazemmes Covered Market and Braderie Lille are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
"Great hotel. Staff were really helpful. Travelling with my family, Room was great for four. Not the best area, if I visited Lille again I’d probably pay a bit more and stay in the old town. But a great option."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

JOST Hôtel Lille Centre
Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe

Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe

2 out of 5
271 Avenue Willy Brandt Lille
The price is £54 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£54
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions L'Aeronef and Euralille are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (1,356 reviews)
"The rooms smell like smoke. I suspect either People still smoke in the rooms or they haven't change the furniture since it was disallowed in France. There were some cigarettes holes in couch. I was there during a terrible heatwave and the hotel had no solution for the heat. Staff wanted to help but ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe
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Where to stay in Old Lille

Find the best Old Lille areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Lille
Learn more about Old Lille
A busy urban street with historic buildings, bicycles, and pedestrians.

Lille Centre Ville

Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Lille Centre Ville. Make a stop by Le Palais des Beaux Arts de Lille or Palace of Fine Arts while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mairie de Lille Station or Rihour Station to get around town.

Le Marais

While Le Marais isn't home to many top sights, Wazemmes Covered Market and Citadel of Lille are some notable places to visit nearby.

A cobblestone street lined with historic European buildings, including a café with a red awning.

Historic Center

Consider a visit to Rihour Square and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rihour Station or Republique Beaux Arts Station.

An aerial view of a park with a central plaza, surrounding buildings, and dense greenery.

Lomme

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Lomme. Top attractions like Planet Bowling and Tao et Lina are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bourg Station or Maison des Enfants Station to see more of the city.

Fives

Fives is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fives Station or Caulier Station to explore sights like Le Splendid Concert Hall.

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