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Nantes
Nantes, Loire Valley, France
Where Nantes sits, what to see there, and what to book.
- Top sights
- 7
- Bookable experiences
- 66
- Time zone
- Europe/Paris
Nantes sits in Loire Valley, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 66 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.
France › Loire Valley › Nantes
What to see in Nantes
Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.
Château des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)
14 tours & tickets
Tours of Château des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)
Nantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)
5 tours & tickets
Tours of Nantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)
Machines of the Isle (Les Machines de L'ile)
5 tours & tickets
Free to visit
Tours of Machines of the Isle (Les Machines de L'ile)
Jules Verne Museum (Musée Jules Verne)
1 tours & tickets
Tours of Jules Verne Museum (Musée Jules Verne)
Sample itineraries for Nantes
Built from this guide: the sights in the order visitors book them, the areas with a catalogue of their own, and places within day-trip range. A starting shape, not a researched route — check opening hours before you go.
One day in Nantes
Nantes's most-visited sights
- 1
Day 1
Nantes's most-visited sights
- MorningPassage Pommeraye15 tours & tickets sold for it.
- MiddayChâteau des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)14 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonNantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadVisit to Saline - Guérande Salt MarshesTakes about 1 hour.
2 days in Nantes
Nantes's most-visited sights · More of Nantes's top sights
- 1
Day 1
Nantes's most-visited sights
- MorningPassage Pommeraye15 tours & tickets sold for it.
- MiddayChâteau des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)14 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonNantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadVisit to Saline - Guérande Salt MarshesTakes about 1 hour.
- 2
Day 2
More of Nantes's top sights
- MorningMachines of the Isle (Les Machines de L'ile)5 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- AfternoonEscal’Atlantic2 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- Book aheadNantes Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A GuideTakes about 2 hours.
3 days in Nantes
Nantes's most-visited sights · More of Nantes's top sights · Day trip to Angers
- 1
Day 1
Nantes's most-visited sights
- MorningPassage Pommeraye15 tours & tickets sold for it.
- MiddayChâteau des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)14 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonNantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadVisit to Saline - Guérande Salt MarshesTakes about 1 hour.
- 2
Day 2
More of Nantes's top sights
- MorningMachines of the Isle (Les Machines de L'ile)5 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- AfternoonEscal’Atlantic2 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- Book aheadNantes Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A GuideTakes about 2 hours.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Angers
- Early startHead to AngersAbout 80 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
5 days in Nantes
Nantes's most-visited sights · More of Nantes's top sights · Day trip to Angers · More of Nantes's top sights · Day trip to Rennes
- 1
Day 1
Nantes's most-visited sights
- MorningPassage Pommeraye15 tours & tickets sold for it.
- MiddayChâteau des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)14 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonNantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadVisit to Saline - Guérande Salt MarshesTakes about 1 hour.
- 2
Day 2
More of Nantes's top sights
- MorningMachines of the Isle (Les Machines de L'ile)5 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- AfternoonEscal’Atlantic2 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- Book aheadNantes Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A GuideTakes about 2 hours.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Angers
- Early startHead to AngersAbout 80 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
- 4
Day 4
More of Nantes's top sights
- MorningJules Verne Museum (Musée Jules Verne)1 tour or ticket sold for it.
- AfternoonÎle de Versailles1 tour or ticket sold for it.
- Book aheadNantes City Self-Guided Walking Tour with an APPTakes about 2.5 hours.
- 5
Day 5
Day trip to Rennes
- Early startHead to RennesAbout 100 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
A week in Nantes
Nantes's most-visited sights · More of Nantes's top sights · Day trip to Angers · More of Nantes's top sights · Day trip to Rennes · Day trip to Saumur · Day trip to La Rochelle
- 1
Day 1
Nantes's most-visited sights
- MorningPassage Pommeraye15 tours & tickets sold for it.
- MiddayChâteau des Ducs de Bretagne (Castle of the Dukes of Brittany)14 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonNantes Art Museum (Musée d'Arts de Nantes)5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadVisit to Saline - Guérande Salt MarshesTakes about 1 hour.
- 2
Day 2
More of Nantes's top sights
- MorningMachines of the Isle (Les Machines de L'ile)5 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- AfternoonEscal’Atlantic2 tours & tickets sold for it, free to visit.
- Book aheadNantes Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A GuideTakes about 2 hours.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Angers
- Early startHead to AngersAbout 80 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
- 4
Day 4
More of Nantes's top sights
- MorningJules Verne Museum (Musée Jules Verne)1 tour or ticket sold for it.
- AfternoonÎle de Versailles1 tour or ticket sold for it.
- Book aheadNantes City Self-Guided Walking Tour with an APPTakes about 2.5 hours.
- 5
Day 5
Day trip to Rennes
- Early startHead to RennesAbout 100 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
- 6
Day 6
Day trip to Saumur
- Early startHead to SaumurAbout 111 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
- 7
Day 7
Day trip to La Rochelle
- Early startHead to La RochelleAbout 122 km from Nantes — its own guide has what to see there.
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What travellers book in Nantes
The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.
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Visit to Saline - Guérande Salt Marshes
5.0 (147)1h
Dive into the salt marshes of Guérande and experience a magical transformation of the sea into salt. This guided tour transports you through a landscape where sky and water merge into a shimmering mirror. Accompanied by…
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Nantes Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
4.6 (13)2h
Embark on a walking tour of Nantes with a knowledgeable local guide, delving into the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Situated on the Loire River, Nantes boasts a fascinating past, from its Celtic origins to…
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Nantes City Self-Guided Walking Tour with an APP
4.4 (21)2h 30m
Dive into the heart of Nantes with our immersive Trippy Tour Guide App! Begin your adventure in the tranquil beauty of the Botanical Garden, then step into history at the grand Château des Ducs de Bretagne. Be amazed by…
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Führung in den Salzgärten von Guérande
5.0 (9)1h
Tauchen Sie ein in die Salzwiesen von Guérande und erleben Sie die magische Verwandlung des Meeres in Salz. Diese geführte Tour entführt Sie durch eine Landschaft, in der Himmel und Wasser zu einem schimmernden Spiegel…
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Nantes Audio Tour, Castle to Machines de l'Île
2h 30m
Explore Nantes' rich history on this engaging three-hour walk that takes you from medieval gates to modern art. Begin at Porte Saint-Pierre, where significant historical events unfolded, and visit landmarks like the…
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Guided Tour of the Island of Nantes Urbanism and Contemporary Art
2h
Ile de Nantes, a true urban laboratory, awaits you for a fascinating guided exploration. Discover how this iconic neighbourhood has evolved from a brownfield to a vibrant creative centre. Admire the ancient shipyards,…
from €24 / personView details
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