Things to do in Tours

Activities, attractions and tours

Tours featuring café scenes, street scenes and cycling
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Tours featuring dining out and outdoor eating
Saint Martin Basilica showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
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Place Plumereau featuring night scenes, a square or plaza and outdoor eating

Place Plumereau

You can learn about the history of Tours with a trip to Place Plumereau. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Place Plumereau
Tours Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Saint-Gatien Cathedral

See the tombs of the infants of French royalty after gazing up at the mesmerizing façade and the well preserved stained glass inside.

Saint-Gatien Cathedral
Saint Martin Basilica which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Saint Martin Basilica

Find out about the history of this church, which was ransacked, burnt down and eventually demolished and then rebuilt in honor of a saint whose tomb lies beneath.

Saint Martin Basilica
Musee des Beaux-Arts de Tours which includes heritage elements, a park and heritage architecture

Tours Fine Arts Museum

View an array of iconic paintings from the last 600 years set among antique furnishings in one of the most beautiful buildings in the Loire Valley.

Tours Fine Arts Museum

Parc des Expositions de Tours

After visiting Parc des Expositions de Tours, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tours. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Parc des Expositions de Tours

Vinci International Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Vinci International Convention Centre during your trip to Tours. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Vinci International Convention Centre

University of Tours

Walk around the campus at University of Tours during your stay in Tours. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

University of Tours

Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Tours. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area.

Botanical Garden

Clocheville Hospital

If Clocheville Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Tours.

Clocheville Hospital

Areas of Tours

Place Plumereau which includes a small town or village

Tours City Centre

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Tours City Centre
Tours Cathedral showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

Old Town Tours

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Old Town Tours
Musee des Beaux-Arts de Tours showing a statue or sculpture

Cathédrale

While visiting Cathédrale, you might make a stop by sights like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Château de Tours.

Cathédrale
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La Fuye-Velpeau

4/5(4 area reviews)

While La Fuye-Velpeau isn't home to many top sights, Tours Fine Arts Museum and Saint-Gatien Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Fuye-Velpeau
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Quartier Giraudeau

Though Quartier Giraudeau may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Botanical Garden and Saint Martin Basilica.

Quartier Giraudeau
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Les Halles

When in Les Halles, you can plan a visit to Saint Martin Basilica and Place Plumereau, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Les Halles
Prieure de St-Cosme showing a garden and heritage elements

La Riche

Frequently asked questions

Is Tours worth visiting?
Whether you plan to discover the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Tours.
How do I spend a day in Tours?
When you've checked off major attractions like Domaine de Candé and Lulu Parc, spend some time discovering Tours's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Tours?
The top tourist attraction in Tours is Saint-Gatien Cathedral, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Tours?
Three days in Tours is more than enough to visit the city's key attractions. Many travellers book for two days on average. Saint-Gatien Cathedral, Château Gaudrelle, Vins de Vouvray and Musée St-Martin are top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Stick around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Amboise.
Is Tours a walkable city?
Some key attractions in Tours, such as Saint-Gatien Cathedral and Château Gaudrelle, Vins de Vouvray, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kilometres from central Tours is Tours City Centre and Old Town Tours is 0.32 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Tours with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all ages, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Tours with kids.

What to do in Tours for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in Tours for adults including Cave des Producteurs de Montlouis and Château Gaudrelle, Vins de Vouvray.
Are there free things to do in Tours?
In Tours, Musée St-Martin is a must-see spot for anyone wishing to enjoy the city without taking their wallet out. Also, stroll around the local neighbourhoods and parks, and ask a local tour guide for ideas. It's a top way to learn about the best free things to do in Tours.