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

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Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

AU$125
per adult
Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle
La Rochelle Private Digital Guide

La Rochelle Private Digital Guide

AU$5
per adult
La Rochelle Private Digital Guide
La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise

AU$51
per adult
La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise
La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

AU$66
per adult
La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise
La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise
From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

AU$82
per adult
From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard
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Our pick of the best La Rochelle City Centre Hotel Deals

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
The price is AU$246 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$246
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (342 reviews)
"Close to restaurants and bars. Very convenient for town centre."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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

Hôtel La Fabrique

3 out of 5
7-9-11 rue de la Fabrique, La Rochelle
The price is AU$142 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$142
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
A gem in a beautiful toen
"This hotel is an old factory that has been converted into a stunning hotel. The room was spacious, modern and spotlessly clean. Large bathroom with a walk-in shower. The location could not have been better, two minutes walk from the many restaurants and bars. Wonderful."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Hôtel La Fabrique
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
The price is AU$207 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$207
20 July - 21 July
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! (193 reviews)
"The manager and staff were awesome. Very helpful with local things to see"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle 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$180 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$180
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (805 reviews)
"Our stay was good. The hotel is located in a very quiet neighborhood, which is great for people with kids. Yet there where lots of shops nearby and its not a far walk to the main town area."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 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! (259 reviews)
Generally a good s
"The room was quite comfortable and the staff were all welcoming and lovely. Two issues: the pool was not very clean (perhaps this was a fluke, but it was full of leaves and even some hair) and the breakfast was fine but felt overpriced at 34 euros each. Can’t beat the location or the quiet, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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Maison des Ambassadeurs
Best Western Premier Le Masq Hôtel La Rochelle

Best Western Premier Le Masq Hôtel La Rochelle

4 out of 5
17 rue de l'Ouvrage a Cornes, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
The price is AU$234 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$234
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (791 reviews)
"Inside new"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Best Western Premier Le Masq Hôtel La Rochelle
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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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