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Nantes Audio Tour, Castle to Machines de l'Île

Nantes, Franceby Exploro - Dublin

2 hours
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Explore Nantes' rich history on this engaging three-hour walk that takes you from medieval gates to modern art. Begin at Porte Saint-Pierre, where significant historical events unfolded, and visit landmarks like the majestic Nantes Cathedral and the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany, where the Edict of Nantes was signed. Discover the stunning Passage Pommeraye and the poignant Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery before ending at Les Machines de l'Île, where you can encounter the fascinating mechanical elephant. Enjoy insightful audio commentary at your own pace, with the flexibility to explore attractions further if desired. - Discover 18 historical sites over 4.5km in Nantes - Visit the Cathedral and Castle with free access to certain areas - Learn about Nantes’ transformation through engaging audio narration - Conclude at Les Machines de l'Île

What's included

Audio narration, plus images for context
Easy to use app
Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the Exploro app
Compatible with both iOS and Android
Local expert curated itinerary with hidden stories and highlights
Flexible: start, pause, or resume anytime at your own pace
Interactive map with GPS navigation, directions, and marked stops

In-person Guide

Itinerary

1
Porte Saint-Pierre
10 min
Porte Saint-Pierre was the main eastern gate into the medieval city.
2
Stop 2
20 min
Duke of Brittany, started construction in the 1460s knowing that the King of France wanted his territory.
3
Basilique Saint Nicolas
10 min
This building took 25 years to construct and another 15 just for the bell tower.
4
Passage Pommeraye
10 min
One of the most beautiful shopping arcades in France
5
Stop 5
5 min
This time it's a schoolgirl, dressed in what looks like a standard French school uniform, and she's in the middle of climbing on or off the empty plinth.
6
Stop 6
5 min
A single metal pole with five hoops branching off it at different heights.
7
Les Anneaux
10 min
Today, the riverbank has been reclaimed by eighteen massive steel rings that stretch nearly a kilometer along the water.

Meeting and pickup

Press the direction button to get there. The app will tell you where you need to go.

End point

After the tour is completed you can enjoy Nantes as you wish.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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