2-Hour Private Walking Tour of La Rochelle's Highlights
Highlights
La Rochelle
architectural, historical, walking
Private Tour
2 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Explore the historic city of La Rochelle on this immersive tour. From the iconic Chain Tower to the captivating Lantern Tower and Saint Nicholas Tower, discover the architectural gems that define the city. Delve into La Rochelle's rich history, stroll through charming neighbourhoods and uncover the significance of landmarks like the Grosse Horloge, Eglise St-Sauveur, and the two lighthouses at Phare du quai Valin.
Itinerary
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Lo Rochelle Tour
- Begin your tour outside the Chain Tower, briefly discussing its history before moving on to the Lantern Tower and ending at the Saint Nicholas Tower.
- Walk along Rue Sur-Les-Murs, the only surviving part of the walls of La Rochelle.
- Pass by Vieux Port and Porte des Deux Moulins before stopping beside Plage de la Concurrence, discussing the western side of La Rochelle, including the new port and its role in World War 2.
- Stop outside the Grosse Horloge, discussing the old city of La Rochelle, including the original city walls and trade during this time. Pass by the statue of Admiral Duperre, a French war hero.
- Learn about the role of Hotel de Ville, the oldest working town hall in France, in the development of La Rochelle.
- Continue through the park en route back from the western part of La Rochelle to the town center.
- See Eglise St-Sauveur, the famous relic of La Rochelle, and discuss its significance as an example of the effect of the iconoclastic wars.
- Stroll through Quartier Saint Nicolas, a bohemian neighbourhood, discovering some of its unique boutiques and bars along the way.
- End the tour at Phare du quai Valin and discuss the importance the two lighthouses had on maritime navigation in La Rochelle.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| The Group Size and Price | |
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| 1 to 4 | /group |
| 5 to 10 | /group |
| Seasonal Price (01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024) | |
| 1 to 4 | /group |
| 5 to 10 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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