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Pont Saint-Laurent

This medieval stone bridge is the perfect place to talk a walk across the Saône River and appreciate Burgundy’s long history.

Macon featuring outdoor art, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Eglise Saint-Pierre

4/5(1 review)

See the iconic stone spires of this church from across the town center. Explore the chapels for colorful frescoes and sculptures portraying religious scenes.

Musee Lamartine featuring heritage architecture

Musée Lamartine

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Musée Lamartine during your travels in Mâcon. You can enjoy the wineries while in the area.

Parc Des Expositions De Macon

Parc Des Expositions De Macon is just one of the places to see in Mâcon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the wineries while in the area.

Musée Départemental de Préhistoire de Solutré

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Musée Départemental de Préhistoire de Solutré during your travels in Mâcon. You can enjoy the wineries while in the area.

Le Parc Mâcon

Learn about the events happening in Le Parc Mâcon during your trip to Mâcon. You can enjoy the wineries while in the area.

Musée des Ursulines

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Musée des Ursulines during your travels in Mâcon. You can enjoy the wineries while in the area.

Areas of Mâcon

Flacé

2/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Flacé like its restaurants and riverfront, and Parc Des Expositions De Macon is a sight worth a stop.

Frequently asked questions

Is Mâcon worth visiting?

Whether you're planning to discover the cultural attractions and local charm or sample regional foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Mâcon.

How do I spend a day in Mâcon?

Once you've checked off key attractions like Château de Fuissé and Château de Salornay, spend the rest of your day enjoying Mâcon's retail and food scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in Mâcon?

Don't leave without exploring Château de Fuissé, rated the top tourist attraction in Mâcon.

Is three days enough to stay in Mâcon?

You can easily tick off popular sights like Château de Fuissé, Domaine du Chalet Pouilly and Château de Salornay with a three-day getaway in Mâcon. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Maconnais.

Is Mâcon a walkable city?

With vibrant neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Mâcon is a good place to explore on foot. Wander between Château de Salornay and Musée des Ursulines. Then take a stroll through Flacé, located 2 kilometres from downtown, and Varennes-lès-Mâcon, which is about 5 kilometres away.

What are some activities to do in Mâcon with kids?

Whether you're holidaying with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes a big difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Mâcon with kids.

What to do in Mâcon for adults?

There's no shortage of things to do in Mâcon, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Domaine du Chalet Pouilly.

Are there free things to do in Mâcon?

One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Mâcon is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. Château des Correaux is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.

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