Besancon Old Town Travel Guide

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Besancon Old Town
Besancon Old Town
Photo "Besancon Old Town" by Alkhimov Maxim (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Alkhimov Maxim (CC BY)
Photo "Besancon Old Town" by Alkhimov Maxim (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Alkhimov Maxim (CC BY)

Popular places to visit

Besancon Citadel

Besancon Citadel

Learn about the local history of Besancon when you spend time at Besancon Citadel. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Besancon Citadel

University of Franche-Comte

Explore the campus of University of Franche-Comte during your travels in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

University of Franche-Comte

Besancon Cathedral

After visiting Besancon Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Besancon Cathedral

Palais Granvelle

You can learn about the history of Besancon with a trip to Palais Granvelle. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Palais Granvelle

Citadel of Besancon

You can find out about the history of Besancon with a stop at Citadel of Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Citadel of Besancon

Hotel de Ville

After visiting Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Hotel de Ville

Activities

Besancon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

Besancon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

AU$449
per traveller
Besancon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Our pick of the best Besancon Old Town Hotel Deals

Best Western Citadelle

Best Western Citadelle

3 out of 5
13 Rue General Lecourbe, Besancon, Doubs
The price is AU$140 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$140
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (669 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Best Western Citadelle
Hôtel de Paris

Hôtel de Paris

3 out of 5
33 Rue Des Granges, Adresse parking :16 rue de la République, Besancon
The price is AU$128 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$128
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (465 reviews)
"Good stay. No issues :)"

Reviewed on 1 July 2025

Hôtel de Paris
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

91 GRANDE RUE, Besancon
The price is AU$153 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$153
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Time museum of Besançon and Fortifications of Vauban ...
7.8/10 Good! (86 reviews)
French adventure, great area restaurant
"Call ahead about parking. Only small cars can park near hotel. Feels impossible to get your car between the walls of driveway but you can. Work was in progress on outside of hotel. No problem. Very old but surface remodel. Quite a travel adventure. Excellent restaurant in area. L’annexe"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

Hotel Regina
Hotel Vauban

Hotel Vauban

9 quai Vauban, Besancon, Doubs
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$187 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$187
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (198 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Great staff"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Vauban
ibis Besancon Centre Ville

ibis Besancon Centre Ville

3 out of 5
21 Rue Gambetta, Besancon, Doubs
The price is AU$131 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$131
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Musée des Beaux-Arts ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
"The staff were polite and very helpful. The room was clean but the elevator was scary - rickety, wobbly and some very strange noises. The drain in the shower had a dodgey odour. The heating worked well and it’s a safe place to stay."

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025

ibis Besancon Centre Ville
Hôtel du Nord

Hôtel du Nord

2 out of 5
8, rue Moncey, Besancon
The price is AU$121 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$121
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Besancon. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Time museum of Besançon and Fortifications ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)
great location and good value
"Great location and parking close by, very friendly staff. Everything clean and tidy, spacious room. Good value"

Reviewed on 12 July 2025

Hôtel du Nord
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