La Rochelle City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Rochelle City Centre
Natural History Museum which includes a park
Aquarium La Rochelle which includes marine life
Natural History Museum as well as a couple
Aquarium La Rochelle featuring marine life

Popular places to visit

Vieux Port

Vieux Port

Explore the waterfront in La Rochelle with a trip to Vieux Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Vieux Port
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

After visiting La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
Tour St. Nicolas

Tour St. Nicolas

Learn about the local history of La Rochelle when you spend time at Tour St. Nicolas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour St. Nicolas
Tour de la Chaine

Tour de la Chaine

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle when you stop by Tour de la Chaine. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Chaine
Tour de la Lanterne

Tour de la Lanterne

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a visit to Tour de la Lanterne. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Lanterne
Natural History Museum as well as a couple

Natural History Museum

Get a closer look at the stuffed animals and other unusual items found by French explorers during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Natural History Museum

Activities

Picture 2 for Activity La Rochelle: Boat trip to Fort Boyard

La Rochelle: Boat trip to Fort Boyard (2h00)

AU$41
per adult
La Rochelle: Boat trip to Fort Boyard (2h00)
La Rochelle: 1-Hour Boat Tour of the Bay

La Rochelle: 1-Hour-15-Min Boat Tour of the Bay

AU$32
per adult
La Rochelle: 1-Hour-15-Min Boat Tour of the Bay
From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

AU$81
per adult
From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard
La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise

La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)

AU$62
per adult
La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)
Outdoor Escape Game La Rochelle - The Pearl of La Rochelle

Outdoor Escape Game La Rochelle - The Pearl of La Rochelle

AU$27
per adult
Outdoor Escape Game La Rochelle - The Pearl of La Rochelle
John in action!

Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

AU$124
per adult
Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle
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Our pick of the best La Rochelle City Centre Hotel Deals

Hôtel La Fabrique

Hôtel La Fabrique

3 out of 5
7-9-11 rue de la Fabrique, La Rochelle
The price is AU$157 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$157
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (623 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel right in the middle of things. Stayed for one night, family of 4 in one room and there was plenty of room and beds were comfortable. Loved it."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hôtel La Fabrique
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port

4 out of 5
3 rue St Jean du Perot, 4 place de la chaine, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
Stay at this 4-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (354 reviews)
"Great. Exactly as billed!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL L'Escale Marine

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL L'Escale Marine

3 out of 5
36 Avenue Amerigo Vespucci, La Rochelle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$158 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$158
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star residence in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a steam room. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (813 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Great value for the price. Nice, central location , but a little removed from the noisiness of the bustling downtown area, which was a plus. Cleaning staff were very friendly and helpful. When I needed anything or had questions, that’s who ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL L'Escale Marine
Maison des Ambassadeurs

Maison des Ambassadeurs

5 out of 5
43, rue du Minage, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in close walking distance to all sights. Fantastic service and excellent cocktails!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

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Maison des Ambassadeurs
Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

3 out of 5
2, quai Louis Durand, La Rochelle, CM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$211 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$211
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"This is fantastic hotel that allows you to plug in to the joy of La Rochelle, both in its great location and in the hotel style. I loved staying here in my room with a view of Vieux Port."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port
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CENTRAL

16 RUE DE L'ESCALE, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$135 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$135
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Minimes Beach and Porte de la Grosse ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"Very helpful, friendly, and beautiful staff who pampered me while I was recuperating from a pulled knee ligament. Young Deborah and Pierre especially could come home with me to befriend my two offspring of the same age. The place itself is a gorgeous neo-classical structure of heavy sandstone blocks ..."

Reviewed on 26 Nov. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around La Rochelle City Centre

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Saint-Nicolas

Though Saint-Nicolas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vieux Port and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.

Saint-Nicolas
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Le Gabut

You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Le Gabut. You might want to make time for a stop at Tour St. Nicolas or Bay of Biscay.

Le Gabut
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La Ville-en-Bois

A noteworthy feature of La Ville-en-Bois is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Musée des Automates and Musée des Modeles Reduits.

La Ville-en-Bois
Minimes Beach

Les Minimes

Les Minimes is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Port des Minimes and Minimes Beach.

Les Minimes
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Fétilly

Fétilly is well liked for its waterfront views. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like La Rochelle Central Market and Natural History Museum.

Fétilly
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La Pallice

Travellers like the historical sites in La Pallice, and Port de la Pallice is a top attraction you might want to visit.

La Pallice

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