Things to do in Rennes

Activities, attractions and tours

Rennes Cathedral featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
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Rennes featuring street scenes, heritage elements and heritage architecture
Rennes showing heritage elements
Rennes which includes street scenes and café lifestyle as well as a large group of people

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What to do in Rennes


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Areas of Rennes

Place des Lices showing a house

Rennes Centre

4/5(21 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Parliament of Brittany and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Rennes Centre. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Republique Station or Saint-Germain Station.

Rennes Centre
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Dinan - Saint-Malo

Dinan - Saint-Malo might not have many top sights, but Le Couvent des Jacobins and Place des Lices are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Dinan - Saint-Malo
Thabor Botanic Gardens featuring flowers and a garden

Thabor - Saint-Hélier

Visitors to Thabor - Saint-Hélier like its bars and parks, and Thabor Botanic Gardens is a sight worth a stop.

Thabor - Saint-Hélier

Saint-Hélier

You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Saint-Hélier. Visitors recommend a visit to Place de la Gare, and you can get around town on the metro at Gares Station.

Saint-Hélier

Quartier Bourg-l'Évesque - la Touche - Moulin du Comte

4/5(5 area reviews)

While in Quartier Bourg-l'Évesque - la Touche - Moulin du Comte, you'll enjoy the restaurants. Catch the metro at Anatole France Metro Station to see top sights like Roazhon Park while you're in the area.

Quartier Bourg-l'Évesque - la Touche - Moulin du Comte
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La Touche

Even though there aren't top sights in La Touche, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Place des Lices. Jump on the metro at Anatole France Metro Station to see more of the city.

La Touche

Frequently asked questions

Is Rennes worth visiting?
Whether you want to experience the cultural highlights and local charm or sample unique foods and venture into nature, there are plenty of things to do in Rennes.
How do I spend a day in Rennes?
Kick your day off with a visit to Palais du Parlement de Bretagne and Foret Adrenaline Rennes. Then, explore other areas of Rennes for tasty eats and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Rennes?
Don't leave without checking out Palais du Parlement de Bretagne, rated the top tourist attraction in Rennes.
Is three days enough to stay in Rennes?
Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off the leading city sights, like Palais du Parlement de Bretagne, Place de la Gare and Thabor Botanic Gardens. The average stay in Rennes is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Rennes Centre isn't far away.
Is Rennes a walkable city?
That comes down to what you want to see and do in Rennes. Several top attractions, such as Palais du Parlement de Bretagne and Place de la Gare, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Rennes's best neighbourhoods, Colombier - Champ de Mars is 0.64 kilometres away from downtown, while Saint-Hélier is 2 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Rennes with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all of your group, take a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Rennes with kids.

What to do in Rennes for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there's no shortage of things to do in Rennes for adults including Écomusée de la Bintinai and Irisa - Research Institute Computer And Systems Aléatoires.
Are there free things to do in Rennes?
From enjoying parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Rennes. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Place de la Gare is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travelling adventures.