What to do in Tours this summer?
At the gates of the Loire Valley, Tours is a summer destination of choice thanks to its heritage, its gastronomy, its vineyards and its animations.
The city offers a rich program for your summer vacation or simply for a weekend.
Apart from the visit of the Loire castles, you will be able to discover the banks of the Loire by bike, navigate the river or take advantage of the many taverns to party.
Impossible to visit Tours without getting lost in the paved alleys of Old Tours.
This emblematic district, with its half -timbered houses and animated terraces, invites you to stroll.
Do not miss the Plumereau square, a real beating heart of the city, classified among the most beautiful in France, to have a drink.
Continue your walk by visiting the Saint-Gatien cathedral, masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic and by the Museum of Fine Arts, installed in the former Palais de l'Archevêque.
Summer in Tours is marked by a series of free festivals and events.
Many taverns are installed on the banks of the Loire such as La Guinguette de Tours sur Loire.
Located in the heart of the city, this is the meeting of Tourangeaux between music, dance and shows in a friendly and festive atmosphere. This is also an opportunity to taste local products.
Among the essential animations:
Fancy greenery? Direction the edges of the Loire to make a ride on the cycle route from Tours, ideal for a quiet break.
The bravest will even be able to pedal to the castle of Amboise!
From Tours, you can also make a cruise on the Loire aboard a gabarre or a Toue Cabanée to discover the Royal River from another angle.
Several formulas are offered in particular to twilight for an aperitif walk with Rillettes, cold meats and Loire wines.
Located in downtown Tours, the Artist **** hotel is close to many shops and restaurants.
You can reach the train station in 3 minutes on foot and the airport in 12 minutes by public transport.
Sit in one of our modern and spacious rooms dedicated to the 7th art and benefit from a delicious breakfast served in the form of a buffet.
The city offers a rich program for your summer vacation or simply for a weekend.
Apart from the visit of the Loire castles, you will be able to discover the banks of the Loire by bike, navigate the river or take advantage of the many taverns to party.
Browse the city and admire its architecture
Impossible to visit Tours without getting lost in the paved alleys of Old Tours.
This emblematic district, with its half -timbered houses and animated terraces, invites you to stroll.
Do not miss the Plumereau square, a real beating heart of the city, classified among the most beautiful in France, to have a drink.
Continue your walk by visiting the Saint-Gatien cathedral, masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic and by the Museum of Fine Arts, installed in the former Palais de l'Archevêque.
Take advantage of summer entertainment in Tours
Summer in Tours is marked by a series of free festivals and events.
Many taverns are installed on the banks of the Loire such as La Guinguette de Tours sur Loire.
Located in the heart of the city, this is the meeting of Tourangeaux between music, dance and shows in a friendly and festive atmosphere. This is also an opportunity to taste local products.
Among the essential animations:
- Tours sur Loire, a real summer institution that transforms the quays into a place of relaxation and meetings;
- The Terres du Son festival from July 11 to 13 in Monts, accessible by bike or by public transport in Tours, with Clara Luciani, Damso and Lamomali.
Discover the Loire by bike or by boat
Fancy greenery? Direction the edges of the Loire to make a ride on the cycle route from Tours, ideal for a quiet break.
The bravest will even be able to pedal to the castle of Amboise!
From Tours, you can also make a cruise on the Loire aboard a gabarre or a Toue Cabanée to discover the Royal River from another angle.
Several formulas are offered in particular to twilight for an aperitif walk with Rillettes, cold meats and Loire wines.
Stay at the Best Western plus the artist in downtown Tours
Located in downtown Tours, the Artist **** hotel is close to many shops and restaurants.
You can reach the train station in 3 minutes on foot and the airport in 12 minutes by public transport.
Sit in one of our modern and spacious rooms dedicated to the 7th art and benefit from a delicious breakfast served in the form of a buffet.
