Nantes

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Nantes which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture
Nantes which includes heritage elements
Nantes which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and heritage elements
Nantes which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture
Nantes featuring heritage elements and a garden

Explore lively streets to discover an ancient city reinvented from its initial settlement on the Loire River banks over 2,000 years ago.

With its significant role in historical events from antiquity to the French Revolution, Nantes oozes national heritage. Study modern monuments and exciting culture trails to experience an art-rich city. Art festivals and diverse architectural flourishes have redefined the former province of Brittany’s medieval capital.

Nantes’ varied architecture is a major attraction. Learn about the city’s former reign as a Brittany icon when you visit the Château des ducs de Bretagne. From here, see the ruins of the Roman city walls and St. Peter’s Gate. Explore Le Bouffay, Nantes’ medieval heart, to see the Gothic Nantes Cathedral and Psalette mansion. Admire the ornate belfry towering above the Sainte-Croix Church. For modern architectural highlights, investigate the magnificent glass roof of the Passage Pommeraye and the 20th-century landmark Station Prouvé.

Admire sweeping city views from soaring Tour de Bretagne. Stroll along the Loire River banks and see intriguing public artworks on the Quai des Antilles. Follow Le Voyage à Nantes, a green-painted line weaving along miles of inner-city pavement to highlight a curated selection of public artworks, architectural treasures and monuments. This art project is also the force behind the Estuaire Nantes – Saint Nazaire art trail, which displays 30 artworks along the Loire River’s estuary. See more art displayed in the Fine Arts Museum, while zoological displays and minerals are showcased at the Natural History Museum of Nantes. Enjoy an Angers-Nantes Opéra performance at the Théâtre Graslin or catch a giant marionette show by the Royal de Luxe street theater company.

Have a break at a traditional terraced café or restaurant and enjoy Nantes’ fantastic offerings of fresh seafood and local produce. Try oysters, langoustines, cheeses and regional pastries. A short distance from the city, find a collection of vineyards growing Nantes’ celebrated muscadet wines.

Reach Nantes via plane or rail. A tram network facilitates getting around the city. Learn about Nantes’ fascinating heritage as you tour around the city’s historic seaport, medieval quarter and contemporary art trails.

Where to stay in Nantes

Nantes which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Nantes Centre

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Nantes Centre, you might enjoy attractions like Place du Commerce and Place Royale. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Commerce Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Nantes Centre

Hauts-Paves - Saint-Felix

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

Hauts-Paves - Saint-Felix is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Japanese Garden and BabyBob.

Hauts-Paves - Saint-Felix

Madeleine-Champ de Mars

Visitors to Madeleine-Champ de Mars enjoy its historic sites, and if you want to do some exploring, Le Lieu Unique is worth a stop.

Madeleine-Champ de Mars
Nantes which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Decré-Cathédrale

5/5(1 area review)

Historic sites and bars are highlights of Decré-Cathédrale. Make a stop by Nantes Cathedral or Château of the Dukes of Brittany while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Commerce Tram Stop to get around town.

Decré-Cathédrale
The Machines of the Isle of Nantes

Ile de Nantes Palais des Congrès

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Ile de Nantes Palais des Congrès is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Machines of the Isle of Nantes and Centre Commercial Beaulieu.

Ile de Nantes Palais des Congrès
This building is inscrit au titre des Monuments Historiques. It is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA44000012 .

Nantes Sud

4/5(1 area review)

You might enjoy the restaurants while you're in Nantes Sud, and if you want to see some more of the larger Nantes area, you can catch a ride on the metro at Clos Toreau Tram Stop.

Nantes Sud
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes

4 out of 5
2 bis rue de Santeuil, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nantes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (646 reviews)
Modern, cute boutique hotel in Nantes center.
"Beautiful modern boutique hotel, wonderfully decorated, situated near the main shopping district of Nantes. Parking is off site but you can get outside for 15 mins to drop off bags. Breakfast was good but they don't tell you you can order freshly made food as opposed to the cold buffet. I had eggs ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes
Mercure Nantes Centre Gare

Mercure Nantes Centre Gare

4 out of 5
50-51 Quai Malakoff, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique
The price is ¥13,976 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
¥13,976
¥16,359 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nantes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (495 reviews)
Lovely hotel.
"Great location, and felt safe. A small walk through the station to the main tourist area for the chateau. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre

Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre

4 out of 5
10 rue Konrad Adenauer, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique
The price is ¥12,246 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
¥12,246
¥14,455 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (670 reviews)
"Convenient location and lots of quality restaurants nearby. Easy access to attractions."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre

Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre

4 out of 5
10 rue Konrad Adenauer, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (670 reviews)
"Convenient location and lots of quality restaurants nearby. Easy access to attractions."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre
Comfort Aparthotel Nantes La Beaujoire

Comfort Aparthotel Nantes La Beaujoire

3 out of 5
2 rue des Citrines, Chemin du chateau de l'Aubiniere, Nantes
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Stade de la Beaujoire and Beaujoire ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (590 reviews)
"Good cheap accommodation We had three rooms. One had a strong smell of curry, but apart from that it was fine."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Nantes La Beaujoire
Citadines Confluent Nantes

Citadines Confluent Nantes

4 out of 5
2 Avenue Anne Cazeneuve, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Popular attractions Centre Commercial Beaulieu and Machines of ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (209 reviews)
Un endroit super
"Nous avons adoré notre séjour: propreté, personnel, chambre, tout était super . Seul petit bémol : l’air climatisé qui ne fonctionne pas."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Citadines Confluent Nantes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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