Top things to do in Strasbourg
Attractions, tours and activities in Strasbourg
Strasbourg: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Strasbourg
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Quartier Européen - Orangerie
0.9 miles from city centre
Strikingly modern. This area exudes the cool air of diplomacy, its litter-free streets lined with geometric glass façades. As the centre of European Parliament, it’s not uncommon to see diplomats lunching between sessions in Orangerie Park. The park’s mini zoo and mini farm mean the diplomatic quarter is not strictly for grown-ups.
Places to stay from £33 per night
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City-Centre - Petite France
In the city centre
Fancy seeing all of France in one day? See the Alsatian half-timbered houses and quaint bridges in an area known as “La Petite France”. Admire the Notre Dame de Strasbourg Cathedral at its centre, then branch out and explore the side streets. In late November, Place Broglie transforms into the annual Christmas Market, laden with wintery treats.
Places to stay from £36 per night
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Strasbourg Train Station
0.4 miles from city centre
This area may be small, but it packs a mighty wallop! Fly through the Strasbourg Museum of Modern Art on Place Hans Jean Arp for your fill of Euro-art. Afterwards, learn about the art of spending at Les Halles, a mega-mall filled with high-street brands. The music never stops at “La Laiterie”, Strasbourg’s best fancy-pants night-spot.
Places to stay from £44 per night
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Bourse-Esplanade
0.7 miles from city centre
Central city living. Steep-roofed town houses blend with uniform apartment blocks, and a lively blend of professionals and students live side by side. Bourse-Esplanade includes the area of La Krutenau, known for its distinctive Alsatian houses. On Wednesdays, visit the Place de Zurich market for black cherries, freshly picked from the Black Forest.
Places to stay from £23 per night
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Robertsau
2.3 miles from city centre
A touch of nature. Old houses blend with bureaucratic buildings, set to a backdrop of verdant greenery. Discover the Parc de Pourtalès enclosed by Robertsau Forest by foot or bike. Check out the 19th century Chateau de Pourtalès, the architectural splendour of the European Human Rights Court, or take a canalside walk.
Places to stay from £65 per night
About Strasbourg
Including tips for the best time to visit Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital of France's Alsace region and showcases some mesmerising medieval architecture in its UNESCO-listed centre, the Grande Île (large island). Due to its location on the eastern border with Germany, it offers a unique cocktail of cultures from both sides. The centrepiece of the old town is the Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame, with its gloating gargoyles, astronomical clock and intricate stained-glass windows. The centre is famous for being pedestrian-friendly, so it's easy to explore on foot or by bike. Each street is lined with crooked timber-framed houses, and as night falls the lantern-lit alleys evoke a fairytale atmosphere.
To delve further into Strasbourg's fascinating history, visit the Palais Rohan, a grand 18th-century palace which is now home to three museums: the Musée des Beaux-Arts (Museum of Fine Arts), Musée Archéologique (Archaeological Museum) and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs (Museum of Decorative Arts). The nearby Historical Museum is also worth checking out, with plenty of interactive exhibits focusing on the city's early medieval days up until the founding of the European Union.
Strasbourg's magical atmosphere peaks from the end of November until December, when the festive markets appear. These have been held in the city for four centuries and feature arts and crafts, Alsatian Christmas decorations and local specialities like 'Kougelhopf' (a sweet bread usually filled with raisins) and Muenster cheese.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.54 |
| Language | French |
| Average weekend price | £90 per night |
| Average weekday price | £96 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Strasbourg
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Strasbourg
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The 'Petite France'
0.3 miles from city centre
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Strasbourg Christmas Market
0.2 miles from city centre
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Strasbourg Cathedral
0.2 miles from city centre
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Kléber Square
In the city centre
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La Meinau Stadium
1.7 miles from city centre
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Place de la République
0.4 miles from city centre
Strasbourg reviews
What other travellers say about Strasbourg
A beautiful medieval town with interesting architecture.
30 April 2024
A beautiful medieval town with interesting architecture. The guided tour (which was offered in 12 languages!!) with the boat through the river was nice and interesting. People in general and personnel of the hotel, restaurants and cafes were very polite, smiling and multilingual (something extremely useful if you don't speak French). The famous cathedral was beautiful architecturally but somehow "soulless" and icy cold. The stairs to the top need excellent physical condition. The charge was different for some of us, for no reason. It seemed that the person who was responsible for the tickets decided on spot about the price (some of us paid 8 euros while others 5 euros. We were all the same age with no students...). Unfortunately most of the restaurants and cafes aren't local but Asian so if you want to taste the local dishes you need to search a lot.
Strasbourg is easily accessed by train, easily walkable, has...
5 April 2024
Strasbourg is easily accessed by train, easily walkable, has wonderful restaurants, shopping and the people are very friendly. There is so much to see, to do and to experience. This little village needs a good 3 days to really enjoy all that it has to offer.
Strasbourg struck me as a vibrant city with many young...
10 March 2024
Strasbourg struck me as a vibrant city with many young people and many nationalities. I found it easy to walk around the city and appreciated the many different styles of architecture. There was no outstanding museum or building, but the overall impression was good.
The history of the city of Strasbourg was never ending!
26 February 2024
The history of the city of Strasbourg was never ending! The old buildings, the beautiful views as well as the very helpful and friendly shop owners and citizens ensures that we will return to Strasbourg. We stayed at Hotel Gutenberg (right around the corner from Notre Dame) and very close to restaurants and shops.
One of the best places I have been to.
20 February 2024
One of the best places I have been to. Notre dame is a must visit. Take in the beauty of the canals and stroll by. There are boats plying on the canal. Don’t take them. Walk is the best. People are very friendly. Beer is good.
Great vibe ,beautiful city
11 February 2024
Great vibe ,beautiful city Everything walking distance from station Multicultural and all ages Recommend to anyone but did not have time to explore lovely little side streets and unusual shops Must return
Popular places to stay in Strasbourg
Stay in some of the best accommodation Strasbourg has to offer
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Le Carré d'or - Appartement avec vue Cathédrale City-Centre - Petite France, Strasbourg
From £312 per night
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LE LOFT 67 City-Centre - Petite France, Strasbourg
From £236 per night
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Élégant studio à côté du Parlement Quartier Européen - Orangerie, Strasbourg
From £139 per night
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Les appartements Place de la Cathédrale City-Centre - Petite France, Strasbourg
From £131 per night
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L'Atelier City-Centre - Petite France, Strasbourg
From £123 per night
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