Activities in Nantes

The Parc des expositions of Nantes is considered as one of the most beautiful in France. On a surface area 20 heactares, this venue hosts no less than 20 profession fairs as well as international events such as Jumping, Art to Play, Les Floralies and the Foire internationale. Come with your family or friends and have a great time!

Try canoe-kayak with your friends or family during your stay in Nantes!

Travel from one contiennt to another as you visit the Zoo de la Boissière du Doré. You'll get to see some fascinating birds from Africa, Oceania and Europe!

The machines de l'île were inaugurated in 2007. This exhibition and animation space is a mix between the universes of Leonardo da Vinci, Jules Verne and the industrial era of Nantes. Enjoy this fascinating place with your friends or family and let these original machines amaze you. In the gallery of machines, you'll learn more about the creation process of machines. You'll have a memorable time in Nantes!

The Natural History Museum of Nantes is the first in France in terms of number of specimens. Several thematic collections (wood, zoology, sciences, botanical exhibition, vivarium…) are presented. Enjoy an enriching visit with your family or friends!

Have fun in the nature with your friends or family during your stay in Nantes. This park has wild animals from all over the world. You'll discover an unforgettable show with French dolphins that children and adults will equally appreciate.

The castle of the Dukes of Brittany is the pride of Nantes. It's the most ancient momnument of the city, along with the cathedral. Today, the 32 rooms of the castle host the History Museum of Nantes, which retraces the evolution of Nantes city. At night, the castle is enhanced by magnificent color lights.

Have fun in the trees in a 20.000 sqm where you'll find 8 circuits. Come with your family or friends toi challenge each other and have fun in the air!

Have fun at theme park Les naudières during your stay in Nantes: mini golf, trampolines, paddle boats, maze, zip-line…Tons of activities are available for children and adults so come with your family or friends for a memorable day!

Comehave fun at the Jules Verne swimming pool, where you'll find a slide, a beach with a terrace and 25 meter long pool. You also have the opportunity to relax in the spa area.

Nantes' cathedral Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul is located on place Saint-Pierre. Its building process lasted no less than 450 years and the building was labelled Monument Historique in 1862. Visitors of all ages will appreciate its gothic style.

IT and digital technology play a major role in our society. The city of Nantes opened a museum dedicated to printing which retraces five centuries of history. Four professionals and over 60 volunteers work in the museum so you can learn more about the very first printing machines. Temporary exhibitions and activities are often oragnized (typography, lithography, fabrication of paper...). Enrich your culture and have a great time with your family or friends at the musée de l'imprimerie during your stay in Nantes.

The Parc de la Chantrerie has a total surface area 18 hectares and runs along the Erdre river on 900 m. This park offers exceptionnal viewing points on the river. On Sundays, enjoy the farms and magnificent trees which make the landscape remarkable.

Unveil the secret of the universe at the planetarium of Nantes. This fascinating place has been open for 30 years and will enable you and your friends or family to learn more about Jupiter's storms or Mars' gigantic volcanoes. You'll be amazed by the galaxy that you'll discover through various explanations all along your visit 'example: how to recognize a star?).

The Jules Verne Museum presents a collection of books, manuscripts, documents, book excerpts and objects wich belonged to Jules Verne. The museum is set in an imposing 19th century town house. Learn more about the life of Jules Verne with your family or friends.

Spend a nice evening with your family and friends in front of the latest movie and enjoy the 4 rooms of Le Concorde cinema during your stay in Nantes.

In Nantes, the staff of Bowl Center welcomes you on its 32 bowling alleys. Challenge your friends or family. You can also grab a bite at the restaurant named Black Angus.

The musée Le Maillé-Brézé is labelled Monument Historique. Since 1988; it's the first naval museum at sea in France. The city of Nantes developped thanks to the Loire river. Discover the complete weaponry and detection equipment and learn more about the daily life of sailors on the ship. All visits come with a one hour guided tour.

Kartoza in an arthouse cinema where you'll discover classic movies and recent creations. Enjoy the 6 rooms of this movie theatre with your family or friends during your stay in Nantes.

The Goulaine castle hosts a butterfly house. A true invitation to travel. On your way, you'll also find the LU Museum where you'll learn more about the famous butter biscuit.

Spend a nice evening with your family and friends in front of the latest movie and enjoy the 12 rooms of the Gaumont cinema during your stay in Nantes.

Have fun at the Bourguenais labyrinth during your stay in Nantes. This park is accessible for the whole family and everyone is guarranteed to have fun with many activities offered by the labyrinth (farm animals, inflatable games…).

The Jardin des 5 sens was created on a surface area 5 hectares. The concept is really simple: anyone can move around this place, regardless of any handicap. For instance, the musical fountain requires the use of hearing, while the sense of smell can be used around flowers and trees. The sense of touch can be used on the sundial to know what time it is. Finally, taste is brought into play with fruit trees. Have a memorable time with your family or friends during your stay in Nantes.

Nantes' ice rink is the ideal placefor a good time with your family or friends. You'll have more than enough space to dance to the music!

You're welcome all year long in Nantes' indoor Karting. Have fun on the 500 m tracks and enjoy an 80 m tunnel. Become an exceptionnal pilot with your family or friends by your side and break speed records in one of the many karts available.

The staff of Laser Game Evolution welcomes you in a dynamic atmosphere in which you'll enjoy challenging the opposite team. It's the ideal way to blow off some steam and let the adrenaline level rise inside of you!

The Japanese gardens of the island of Versailles are part of the residents' favorites places in Nantes. Take a walk with your family or friends and have a great time.