Visiting Nantes in two days
Find out how to keep yourself busy for two days
Are you visiting our hotel in Nantes with your partner, family or friends?
Located at the gateway to Nantes city centre at La Beaujoire, our hotel offers easy access to the city's treasures thanks to its proximity to public transport.
Wondering what activities and visits not to miss during your two-day getaway to Nantes? Don't panic: we've put together the perfect programme for you!
Day 1
The Graslin district
Start your discovery of the city with one of its most emblematic districts: the Graslin district, with its beautiful shops.
Don't miss:
- Le Passage Pommeraye: a sumptuous 3-storey shopping arcade
- Rue Crébillon and its many boutiques. Ideal for shopping!
- La Cigale brasserie, a Nantes institution with its walls covered in earthenware and sculptures
Château des ducs de Bretagne
This is the city's flagship monument! Built in the 13th century, the château lies at the very heart of Nantes.
You'll have free access to the moat, courtyard and ramparts. If you want to extend your visit, the castle is also home to the Nantes History Museum.
Jardin des Plantes
Continue on to the most beautiful garden in Nantes.
The city's green lung, the Jardin des Plantes is full of surprises:
- plant and animal species
- works of art integrated into the landscape
- and areas for the very young
Day 2
Île de Versailles
Start your last day in Nantes with a peaceful visit to another not-to-be-missed garden!
The Île de Versailles will take you on a journey to the Land of the Rising Sun, with its Japanese tea pavilion and Japanese-inspired garden.
Bouffay district
Looking for something lively? The Bouffay district is sure to charm you with its narrow streets dating back to the Middle Ages and its boutiques.
You'll enjoy wandering around as you please and savouring the district's unique atmosphere.
The Machines de l'Île
A real curiosity awaits you here, with a world where the imaginary worlds of Jules Verne and the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci meet!
You can :
- climb aboard a giant mechanical elephant
- board a carousel with animals from the depths of the sea
- wander through galleries filled with fantastic creatures
And what better way to end your stay than with a succulent dinner based on fresh produce in our restaurant? Every week, the chef offers you a delicious new menu.
