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Things to Do in Nantes

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Top Attractions in Nantes

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Tranquil urban park with lush greenery, play areas, and a café. Features splash ponds, sculptures, and shaded spots for picnics or relaxation.
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Medieval fortress with ramparts providing city vistas, an interactive museum detailing regional history, and a picturesque courtyard. Features a comprehensive exhibit on maritime heritage.
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  • reeceyb
    Chichester, UK1,741 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place is amazing the work that they put in is unreal the attractions are incredible and well worth spending your time here come with kids come alone come with friends just come here
    Written 27 October 2024
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  • Maria Matos Sequeira
    Plymouth, UK631 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you want to escape the city and explore nature, visit Botanical Garden Of Nantes, France. Highly recommended for Botanical enthusiasts and nature lovers. This garden has an amazing variety of plants from all over the world. September’2024
    Written 6 October 2024
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  • StephenCross
    Dublin, Ireland31,546 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The castle of the dukes is in the heart of Nantes and it is a remarkable castle. Moat and all! The interior is well worth a look - see photos.
    Written 25 October 2024
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  • Curt H
    Chicago, IL361 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Passage Pommeraye is an interesting shopping venue. The architecture of the structure is beautiful and there are unique boutiques where you can find that one of a kind item that is not in the mainstream of fashion. It's a relaxing less crowded place to shop or just browse while in Paris.
    Written 7 July 2023
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  • Maria Matos Sequeira
    Plymouth, UK631 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul of Nantes, Roman Catholic Gothic Cathedral located in Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France. Temporarily closed due to renovation. Photos of buildings exterior view, a must-visit attractions on my travel list.
    Written 7 October 2024
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  • Steve_Grant1
    Oldham, UK1,841 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The gardens are worth a visit as you walk along the river. The Japanese theme is good and pleasant to view. Tip, there are public toilets available which is always
    Handy when out walking.
    Written 20 September 2022
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  • GranZorro
    Zug, Switzerland1,566 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    For some years now, it's no longer just "Nantes Tourist Office" but "Le Voyage a Nantes". Their 3 or 4 day tourist pass is a great value, offering a whole gamut of activities both in town, on the water, and in the surroundings.
    The staff at the office near the Ducal Castle is not only very friendly but also trained to offer good service. Nantes has in my opinion become a not to be missed place when visiting France.
    Written 14 September 2023
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  • Paul
    Nantes, France13 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After a quick ferry ride we got to walk among these beautiful buildings with many photo opportunities.
    If you are willing to leave the main road and explore the twisting & narrow side streets , you will see many interesting things most people miss here.
    During the off-season there are not many places to eat that are open so plan accordingly. We had a good meal at the Bistro near the harbor, though not all the menu items were available due to seasonal variations.
    Overall an enjoyable & relaxing stroll through some interesting areas.
    Written 19 February 2023
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  • LuanaRubin
    Boulder, CO574 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Definitely worth a visit if you love art museums. Contemporary and historic artworks. I really enjoyed the galleries in the back with historic oil paintings, including some monumental works. Near the Jardin des Plantes and the train station, short walk from the Chateau.
    Written 7 May 2023
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  • Grainne B
    Cork, Ireland40 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful building, fabulous collections - mostly in French with a little English - the scientist in me really enjoyed it and so did the others as adults, not sure how successful a visit it would be with small children- the temp exhibition also very good with lots for kids to do
    I’m on crutches and use a mobility scooter - staff were very helpful providing lift access, access was free for me and my companion and under 18s is €2 - so great value
    Some of the exhibitions are at counter level and can’t be viewed from a chair but the staff provide walkers with built in seat for those who need it
    Really worth a visit
    Written 13 September 2023
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  • Isobel C
    Girvan, UK31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We found the tourist office extremely helpful and knowledgeable.We had already bought the pass in the uk.They offered us alternative travels as the Loire cruise in September was only available on Sunday our day of travel.They organised train tickets at no extra cost to us and we had a very good day in St Nazarre using our pass to visit the submarine bases and the museum to the great French liners. We couldn’t fault them on any level and would thoroughly recommend the pass and the service of the tourist office
    Written 7 October 2024
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  • Michael R
    Ramat-Gan, Israel326 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Onn the way back from the ILE, cross the bridge and spend some time in this impressive memorial, to remember the victims of slavery
    Written 21 June 2019
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