Loire Valley
Travel Guide
Visit Loire Valley
Where to stay in Loire Valley
Nantes Centre
Visitors often come to Nantes Centre for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Place du Commerce and Place Royale. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Commerce Tram Stop.
Tours City Centre
Tours City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Plumereau and Saint Martin Basilica.
Downtown Angers
Downtown Angers is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place du Ralliement and Musée des Beaux-Arts.
Bourgogne
If you're spending some time in Bourgogne, Place de la Loire and Museum of Fine Arts are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Tours
Old Town Tours is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Saint Martin Basilica.
Hauts-Paves - Saint-Felix
Hauts-Paves - Saint-Felix is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Japanese Garden and BabyBob.
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes
Location was perfect. Access to the apartment was so easy. Nice room with an excellent bathroom.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Golden Tulip La Baule Hôtel & Résidence
Absolutely delightful staff and great facilities! We had a two level suite and loved it.
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025
Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès
Overall very good and friendly
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès
Overall very good and friendly
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre
Great location to walk to city center, avoiding the hustle bustle, with a Thai street food and a grocery store a minutes away. Quiet. English speaking staff. Good quality breakfast to fill up before exploring this lovely city.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Citadines Confluent Nantes
Spacious, comfortable room. Staff was very helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Château de Chambord
Marvel at the majestic design of this medieval castle, explore its grounds in a horse and carriage and venture into the woods.
Château de Chenonceau
The breathtaking beauty of this majestic château is complemented with a collection of fine artwork and beautiful gardens.
Medieval Site of Guedelon
Find out about the history of Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe when you spend time at Medieval Site of Guedelon. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Château d'Amboise
You can learn about the history of Amboise with a visit to Château d'Amboise. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.
Château de Villandry
Marvel at one of the famous châteaus in the Loire Valley and immerse yourself in the wondrous garden that surrounds it.
Château de Cheverny
Take the kids to this historic castle for boat rides along the canal, strolls through the garden and even an adventure with Tintin.
Things to do
Chenonceau Castle Admission ticket
Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Tours
Afternoon Loire Valley Wine Tour from Tours or Amboise
