Loire Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Loire Valley
Where to stay in Loire Valley
Nantes Centre
Visitors often come to Nantes Centre for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Place du Commerce and Place Royale. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Commerce Tram Stop.
Tours City Centre
Tours City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Plumereau and Saint Martin Basilica.
Downtown Angers
Downtown Angers is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place du Ralliement and Musée des Beaux-Arts.
Bourgogne
If you're spending some time in Bourgogne, Place de la Loire and Museum of Fine Arts are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Tours
Old Town Tours is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Saint Martin Basilica.
Cathédrale
While visiting Cathédrale, you might make a stop by sights like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Château de Tours.
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes
The room was small but very comfortable and well appreciated. The staff were very helpful! Special thanks to Jeremy who provided coffee, company and advice on the area to my jet lagged partner in the wee hours
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Golden Tulip La Baule Hôtel & Résidence
Absolutely delightful staff and great facilities! We had a two level suite and loved it.
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025
Sure Hotel by Best Western Nantes Beaujoire
Very friendly and helpful staff and barman. Excellent evening meal. Good choice. Would stay again. Very convenient for our en route journey south. A big thank you to all the staff.
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès
Very good hotel for the very good price. Lovely high ceilings and windows and all the things you need, and a comfortable bed. However no aircon which was unfortunate on the days we went, although there was a small fan. Good location, very easy to walk everywhere.
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre
Great location to walk to city center, avoiding the hustle bustle, with a Thai street food and a grocery store a minutes away. Quiet. English speaking staff. Good quality breakfast to fill up before exploring this lovely city.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Citadines Confluent Nantes
Spacious, comfortable room. Staff was very helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Château de Chambord
Marvel at the majestic design of this medieval castle, explore its grounds in a horse and carriage and venture into the woods.
Château de Chenonceau
The breathtaking beauty of this majestic château is complemented with a collection of fine artwork and beautiful gardens.
Château de Villandry
Marvel at one of the famous châteaus in the Loire Valley and immerse yourself in the wondrous garden that surrounds it.
Medieval Site of Guedelon
Find out about the history of Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe when you spend time at Medieval Site of Guedelon. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Château d'Amboise
You can learn about the history of Amboise with a visit to Château d'Amboise. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.
Château de Cheverny
Take the kids to this historic castle for boat rides along the canal, strolls through the garden and even an adventure with Tintin.
Activities
Chenonceau Castle Admission ticket
From Tours or Amboise: Loire Valley Wine Tour
