Natural History Museum hotels in La Rochelle, France

Natural History Museum is situated in La Rochelle, a location known for being walkable. You'll find a number of choices for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops here. Many visitors come for its beautiful outdoor settings, especially the sea. Hotels near Natural History Museum provide a good starting point for sightseeing in and around the La Rochelle area.

More to see near Natural History Museum

After visiting Natural History Museum, take some time for other sights in La Rochelle. You can get some shopping done while you're here, or take part in any number of other activities. The area's storied past is told through its monuments and historic sites, while the museums provide some cultural flavor.

Minimes Beach, La Couarde Beach, and La Bree-les-Bains Beach are a few spots to soak up some sunshine. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Vieux Port, Port des Minimes, and La Pree Golf.

Musee du Nouveau Monde, Musee des Beaux-Arts, and Musee d'Orbigny-Bernon feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Natural History Museum, Maritime Museum, and Aquarium La Rochelle offer insight into the local culture. Swing by Grand Temple, Port de la Pallice, and Maison de la Mytiliculture to learn about local history. Porte de la Grosse Horloge, Tour St. Nicolas, and Tour de la Chaine are monuments worth a look.

One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Tour de la Lanterne. You can also stop by Musee des Automates, Musee des Modeles Reduits, and Musee de la Marine.

Getting to Natural History Museum

Get to Natural History Museum by air. La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Ile de Re) is the closest major airport, 2.3 miles (3.8 km) from La Rochelle. Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) is the next closest airport, 94.3 miles (151.7 km) away. You can take the train to La Rochelle Station, but La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station and La Rochelle-Ville Station are also in the vicinity. If you're arriving by water, the local port is another option.