Old Lille Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a fountain, and outdoor seating at a cafe.
A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a dome structure, and a café with outdoor seating.
A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a café, and people walking.
A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a red car parked on the side, and a sign indicating 'Vieux Lille'.
A bustling European street with historic buildings, outdoor cafes, and pedestrians.

Stay near popular Old Lille attractions

Lille Cathedral

8.6/10 (91 reviews)
Lille Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.
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Activities

Lille: Bowling & meal experience in a fun and friendly atmosphere

Lille: Bowling & meal experience in a fun and friendly atmosphere

AU$16
per adult
Lille: Bowling & meal experience in a fun and friendly atmosphere
Lille: Entry ticket to the Museum of Illusions

Lille: Admission ticket to the Museum of Illusion

AU$31
per adult
Lille: Admission ticket to the Museum of Illusion
Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass

Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass & 24-Hour Transportation

AU$56
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass & 24-Hour Transportation
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

AU$20
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Lille: Explore the Titanic in Virtual Reality

Lille: Explore the Titanic in Virtual Reality

AU$39
per adult
Lille: Explore the Titanic in Virtual Reality
Lille: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone

Lille: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone

AU$13
per adult
Lille: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
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Our pick of the best Old Lille Hotel Deals

Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille

Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille

2 out of 5
10 Rue de Courtrai Lille
The price is AU$88 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$88
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (549 reviews)
"Not suitable for children under 2 Stains on the mattress and tiny, tiny room. The main bed was 2 singles pushed together. The whole area just smelt of urine"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille
Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection

Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection

4 out of 5
36 rue de Gand Lille Nord
The price is AU$161 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$161
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"The property was close to the square as well as on a very lively street filled with wonderful restaurants. The hotel was lovely , the staff was very friendly and helpful . They offer a breakfast buffet every morning ( extra charge ) but delicious ! There is a courtyard and the hotel has a bar with ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection
Hotel de la Treille

Hotel de la Treille

3 out of 5
7-9 Place Louis de Bettignies Lille Nord
The price is AU$139 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$139
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hospice Comtesse and Gilles de la Boë House ...
8.2/10 Very good! (571 reviews)
"Central hotel near all aminities. The staff is super helpful. Breakfast is good."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Hotel de la Treille
Chez Georges

Chez Georges

84 Rue Saint-André Lille Nord
The price is AU$154 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$154
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Lille. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Le Musée de la Maison Natale de Charles de Gaulle and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"staff serving breakfast was very kind, everything very clean and great comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Chez Georges
Hotel Lille Europe

Hotel Lille Europe

3 out of 5
Avenue Le Corbusier Lille Nord
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$104 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$104
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel Lille Europe
Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe

Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe

2 out of 5
271 Avenue Willy Brandt Lille
The price is AU$106 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$106
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Lille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions L'Aeronef and Euralille are located nearby.
Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Lille

Find the best Old Lille areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with arched windows and a clock tower.

Lille Centre Ville

Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Lille Centre Ville. Make a stop by Le Palais des Beaux Arts de Lille or Palace of Fine Arts while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mairie de Lille Station or Rihour Station to get around town.

Le Marais

While Le Marais isn't home to many top sights, Citadel of Lille and Zoo Lille are some notable places to visit nearby.

A historic opera house with a prominent clock tower and ornate architecture.

Historic Center

Consider a visit to Rihour Square and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rihour Station or Republique Beaux Arts Station.

An aerial view of a park with a central plaza, surrounding buildings, and dense greenery.

Lomme

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Lomme. Top attractions like Planet Bowling and Tao et Lina are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bourg Station or Maison des Enfants Station to see more of the city.

A city square with historic buildings, a large dome, and a clock tower during sunset.

Fives

Fives is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fives Station or Caulier Station to explore sights like Le Splendid Concert Hall.

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