La Rochelle

Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

5.0(280 reviews)
2hFree cancellation

Description

Walking tour of La Rochelle in English. Find out about the history of La Rochelle, visit the key sights to see, discover the best things to see and do around La Rochelle, learn about the Food and Drink specialties of the region and get loads of tips for making the most of your time in this wonderful city!

Highlights

  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Walking Tours
  • Curated Catalog
  • Cultural Tours
  • Top Product
  • Short term availability
  • Weather Dependent - Low
  • Private and Luxury
  • Adventure Tours

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Guided Walking Tour

Not included

  • Access nor Entry to the Towers

Itinerary

  1. 1

    We start outside the Chain Tower, stop outside the Lantern T

    We start outside the Chain Tower, stop outside the Lantern Tower and finish the tour beside the Saint Nicholas Tower

    10 minAdmission not included
  2. 2

    We begin and end beside the old port and pass by it several

    We begin and end beside the old port and pass by it several times on our tour

    10 min
  3. 3

    We pass through the Porte des Deux Moulins en route from the

    We pass through the Porte des Deux Moulins en route from the Lantern Tower to the Fort des Dames

    Pass by, no stop
  4. 4

    We stop beside the Plage de la Concurrence and talk a bit ab

    We stop beside the Plage de la Concurrence and talk a bit about the western side of La Rochelle including the new port and the role of La Rochelle in the World War 2

    10 min
  5. 5

    We stop outside the Gross Horloge and talk about the old cit

    We stop outside the Gross Horloge and talk about the old city of La Rochelle including the original city walls and trade during this time.

    10 min
  6. 6

    We pass by the statue of this famous french war hero.

    We pass by the statue of this famous french war hero.

    Pass by, no stop
  7. 7

    We stop and discuss the role the oldest working town hall in

    We stop and discuss the role the oldest working town hall in France has had in the development of La Rochelle

    10 min
  8. 8

    We stop outside the cathedral and talk about the origins of

    We stop outside the cathedral and talk about the origins of La Rochelle

    5 min
  9. 9

    We talk about the development of commerce in La Rochelle and

    We talk about the development of commerce in La Rochelle and some of the key food and drink specialities of the region.

    10 min
  10. 10

    We pass through the park en route back from the western part

    We pass through the park en route back from the western part of La Rochelle to the town centre.

    Pass by, no stop
  11. 11

    We walk along the only surviving part of the walls of La Roc

    We walk along the only surviving part of the walls of La Rochelle.

    Pass by, no stop
  12. 12

    We pass by the famous land mark of La Rochelle

    We pass by the famous land mark of La Rochelle

    Pass by, no stop
  13. 13

    We walk through this bohemian neighbourhood discovering some

    We walk through this bohemian neighbourhood discovering some of its unique boutiques and bars along the way.

    Pass by, no stop
  14. 14

    We stop outside the famous relic of La Rochelle and great ex

    We stop outside the famous relic of La Rochelle and great example of the effect of the iconoclastic wars.

    5 min
  15. 15

    We pass through here towards the end of our tour and see if

    We pass through here towards the end of our tour and see if there is anything interesting happening at the famous Guingette!

    Pass by, no stop
  16. 16

    We stop at this lighthouse and discuss the importance the tw

    We stop at this lighthouse and discuss the importance the two lighthouses had on maritime navigation in La Rochelle.

    5 min

Meeting point

We will meet beside the anchor in Place de la Chaîne, just in front of Tour de la Chaîne.

Useful information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Adulto11-80 anni
    35

Review distribution

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Available options

  • La Rochelle Free Walking Tour

  • 2024 pricing

    Duration: 2 hours

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