Embark on a 2-hour walk in Vieux Lille with a qualified guide, on the trail of the town's history as well as its heritage. Spot the old town’s main sights and monuments and hear fun facts and anecdotes about life on the charming cobbled streets.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
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- Live tour guide
- French, English
- Wheelchair accessible
- Small group available
Experience
Highlights
- See Vieux Lille's main sites and monuments
- Enjoy a walk along the charming cobbled streets of the old city
- Hear interesting commentary about Lille's history from your knowledgeable guide
Full description
Visit Lille's most charming district and admire its architecture, shops, and museums on a 2-hour guided walk.
Learn about the old town's heritage and history from your guide as you pass Vieux Lille's landmarks and monuments.
Some of the attractions you’ll see include the Palais Rihour, the main square, the Old Stock Exchange, the Opera House, the Chamber of Commerce, and Notre-Dame de la Treille Cathedral.
The tour will conclude near the Hospice Comtesse. Founded in 1237 by Jeanne de Flandre, the Hospice features a display of works from Lille's past including objects from everyday life, wooden sculptures, earthenware, furniture, and paintings.
Includes
- 2-hour guided tour of Vieux Lille
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Palais Rihour, 42 Place Rihour, 59000 Lille, France
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Know before you go
- Note that most of the old city's streets are cobbled. For this reason, high heels are not a good footwear option
- Tours do not operate on 1 January, 1 May, 25 December, during the first weekend in September, or on Heritage Day weekend (3rd weekend in December)
- French tours are conducted daily at 15:00
- English tours are available every Saturday at 10:15
