Where to Base
Prioritize the historic center (Vieux-Tours) or the UNESCO-listed area for easy walking access to landmarks. The university district offers vibrant energy and excellent transport links, suitable for younger travelers.
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Tours
Tours, the largest city in the Centre-Val de Loire region, sits on the lower Loire River between Orléans and the Atlantic coast. Founded as Caesarodunum by Augustus, it boasts one of the largest Roman amphitheaters and a historic center recognized by UNESCO. Known as the 'White and Blue City' or 'Le Petit Paris,' Tours blends Merovingian and Carolingian heritage with a vibrant university atmosphere. With over 30,000 students and a rich culinary scene featuring local specialties like rillettes and AOC cheeses, it offers a dynamic environment for travelers. The city's green urban landscape and proximity to Loire castles make it an ideal base for exploring France's cultural heartland.
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Getting Around
As a key hub between Orléans and the Atlantic, Tours is well-connected. The compact historic center is best explored on foot or by bike, reflecting its status as the finish line of the annual Paris–Tours cycle race.
Best Season
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for outdoor exploration. Summer brings cultural events, while winter is ideal for savoring local culinary specialties like rillons and Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine cheese.
Nearby attractions
Tours Cathedral
cathedral located in Indre-et-Loire, in France
château de Tours
castle in Tours, France
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
museum in Tours, France
Roman amphitheatre of Tours
Roman amphitheatre in Tours, France
Basilica of St. Martin, Tours
basilica located in Indre-et-Loire, in France
Marmoutier Abbey
early monastery outside Tours, Indre-et-Loire, France
Pont Wilson (Tours)
bridge in France
Grand Théâtre de Tours
opera house in Tours, France
Abbaye Saint-Julien (Tours)
abbey located in Indre-et-Loire, in France
Église Saint-Julien de Tours
church located in Indre-et-Loire, in France
Château de Plessis-lez-Tours
castle
Chapelle Saint-Libert de Tours
chapel located in Indre-et-Loire, in France
Dining
L'Opidom
You only have to take a look at chef Jérôme Roy’s star-studded CV (Gagnaire and Troisgros, together with a star earned at the Couvent des Minimes at Mane) to know he has an ambitious roadmap! Born in Loches, he has returned to his roots in the company of his spouse, and together they have created this smart, trendy venue. Roy deftly crafts modern, creative fare that keeps pace with the seasons and is meticulously sourced: sautéed scallops in a stock of the scallop frills, dried lime and Aleppo pepper; lamb in provençal herbs, artichoke and samphire; segments of pink grapefruit marinated in spi
WebsiteLes Bartavelles
Devoted to pleasure! First-rate, often local produce: smoked trout from the Moulin des Couvent or Touraine asparagus. Ingredients with crisp, legible flavours, such as rack of roast lamb, cocoa flavouring, roast fennel, potatoes and mushrooms. Chef Ghislain Damaye and his sister Véronique, who tends to the wellbeing of the front of house, pay tribute to the memory of French novelist Marcel Pagnol, in their smart, city centre bistro, courtesy of an ethos that seeks to share their love of good food.
WebsiteNobuki
A zen and minimalist interior all done out in pale wood sets the scene for traditional, seasonal Japanese cuisine that stands out for its fresh, unusual flavours: assortment of cold starters and tempura of the day, chirashi (traditional dish of raw fish), a hot dish of the day and miso soup. Booking essential.
WebsiteLa Deuvalière
Julien and Alexandra have poured every ounce of their enthusiasm into successfully wooing local and visiting gourmets. Their seasonal cuisine is a treasure trove of culinary gems. The charm of their old country house, appointed with bare beams, terracotta tiled floors and a fireplace, together with the odd contemporary detail, further adds to the experience!
WebsiteCase.
In the old town of Tours, a young couple have breathed new life into this 15C building. The interior decor is now a blend of contemporary style and original architecture: whitewashed and brown stucco-clad walls, zellige tiles, white metal chairs with mesh backs and stainless steel tables. Mélanie Cases, formerly a textile product manager with a passion for art, designed the ceramic tableware and linen herself. In the kitchen, Rodolphe Boidron, with a wealth of experience in high-calibre establishments (Le Lucé, Auberge du Bon Laboureur, Les Hautes Roches), skilfully crafts creative, delicious
La Rissole
The name of this bistro pays tribute to a great chef of the last century and celebrates the joys of cooking. The concise menu highlights the changing seasons and regional produce (asparagus, snails, freshwater fish). A flair for seasoning makes for simple and tasty food, such as white asparagus mimosa, broccoli and vadouvan. There are only a few tables, so be sure to book!
WebsiteLe Pavillon
Right next to the Halles des Tours, the city's covered market, Olivier Arlot has opened his new restaurant in an elegant and imposing white building. There is an open kitchen, chef's table, central bench, and monumental wine cabinet; the tables are artfully laid and the lounges upstairs are filled with light. In line with today's take on traditional cuisine, the talented chef indulges himself (and us) by showcasing premium ingredients with skill and generosity: veal grenadine rubbed with black pepper, creamy bacon. The impressive wine list holds its own, with over 600 labels.
WebsiteCasse-Cailloux
This gourmet bistro, so popular that it is often taken by storm (bookings advisable), is established in a residential neighbourhood near Prébendes garden and flanked by a summer patio. Sincerity depicts the seasonal dishes chalked up on a slate, all of which washed down with delicious Loire wines.
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