Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Place Stanislas
See the magnificent buildings and fountains of this elegant square in Nancy’s center illuminated in warm evening light.
Nancy Hotel de Ville
Enjoy the view of the city’s historic main square from the resplendent balcony atop Nancy’s 18th-century city hall after touring its ornate interior.
Parc de la Pepiniere
Join the joggers around the picturesque park in Nancy’s center, where you will find a zoo, Baroque features and plenty of space to relax.
Musée de l'École de Nancy
Peruse this museum to learn about the acclaimed art nouveau movement of the early 1900s that had its roots in Nancy.
Musée des Beaux-arts
View the fascinating collections at Nancy’s premier art museum, which is housed in an impressive 18th-century building.
Muséum-Aquarium de Nancy
Go from tropical waters to freshwater lakes and salty seas. See swimming fish and stuffed animals at this art deco complex.
Activities
Guided tour of Nancy, Great History and Little Anecdotes
Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Nancy
Discovery Track Game: The Mysteries of Nancy
Escape Game Outdoor Theme Team Heist in Nancy
Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals
Hotel De Guise
Beautiful old characterful hotel in great location for exploring beautiful Nancy.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hôtel d'Haussonville
The room was fabulous, the staff were amazingly friendly and the breakfast was really yummy. Second time here, first for my son. We will be back 👍
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hôtel REVOTEL
Small but clean room. Good location with parking. Pillows not great.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
ibis Styles Nancy Centre Gare
Nice staff. Very friendly
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Villa Thermae Nancy
Campanile Nancy Centre - Gare
Positive: extremely courteous staff, clean sheets and fresh towels every day. Nice restaurant area Negative: cramped shower and small sink, can't open toiletry bag, very dirty carpets, small working area
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Nancy City Centre
Unique features of Nancy City Centre include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Musée des Beaux-arts or Place Stanislas while you're exploring the area.
Saint Nicolas - Charles III - Ville vieille - Trois Maisons - Léopold
Unique features of Saint Nicolas - Charles III - Ville vieille - Trois Maisons - Léopold include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Musée des Beaux-arts or Place Stanislas while you're exploring the area.
Poincaré - Foch - Anatole France - Croix de Bourgogne
The coffee shops and historical sites are a few reasons travellers visit Poincaré - Foch - Anatole France - Croix de Bourgogne. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Musée de l'École de Nancy and Villa Majorelle, a few notable attractions nearby.
Saint-Georges–Faubourg
When in Saint-Georges–Faubourg, you can plan a visit to Marcel Picot Stadium and Nancy Hotel de Ville, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rives de Meurthe
You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Rives de Meurthe. You might want to make time for a stop at Parc de la Pepiniere or Magic Bowling.
Quartier Beauregard-Boufflers-Buthegnemont-Boudonville
While Quartier Beauregard-Boufflers-Buthegnemont-Boudonville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Zénith de Nancy and Musée de l'École de Nancy.
