Tours

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Tours Cathedral featuring a garden, heritage elements and heritage architecture
Relax in the quaint central plaza of this former Roman city, which is a hub of historic remnants, art and elegant churches.

In the center of France, Tours is a quaint city surrounded by vineyards. The Loire River passes through the region on its way to the Atlantic coast. The city is famous for the Battle of Tours in A.D 732. Find museums, galleries, churches and parks as you wander through its many medieval alleys, streets and plazas.

The Musée des Beaux-Arts is in a former bishop’s palace. Browse more than 1,000 works of art including  paintings and sculptures by Monet, Rubens, Rembrandt, Rodin and others. Explore the courtyard and colorful gardens of the grand structure. 

Place Plumereau, a square in the center of the city, is home to upscale restaurants and cafés. Sip coffee in the al fresco seating. Admire the black-and-white façades of the historic buildings lining the sides of the plaza. The area is a popular meeting point as one of the most recognizable parts of Tours.

Visit the Prieure de Saint-Cosme, ruins of a priory from the 11th century. Discover old furniture and relics from the Middle Ages. The scenic garden is dedicated to the 16th-century poet, Pierre de Ronsard, who lived at the priory for several decades.

Make your way to the Tours Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century. Note the blend of Renaissance and Gothic architecture. Inside you’ll find a 16th-century organ.  

See the giant 19th-century Saint Martin Basilica. Admire its neo-Byzantine design and stained-glass windows. Its western clock tower dates back to the original church built on this site honoring the Bishop of Tours from the fourth century. 

The regional French dialect spoken in Tours is said to be neutral and easy to understand. Tours was formerly known as Caesarondunum (Caeser Hill) in Roman times. The current name of the city resembles the former Gallic term, Turones.

Tours is easy to reach from Paris, just over an hour on the TGV train. Enjoy a pleasurable vacation browsing these historic sites in the Loire Valley.

Where to stay in Tours

Kyriad - Tours Centre
Kyriad - Tours Centre
3 out of 5
65 Avenue De Grammont, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, 37000
The price is HK$461 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
HK$461
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (515 reviews)
"Waking distance from train station."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2022

Kyriad - Tours Centre
Oceania L'Univers Tours
Oceania L'Univers Tours
4 out of 5
5 Boulevard Heurteloup, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, 37000
The price is HK$914 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
HK$914
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the comfy rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (801 reviews)
"The hotel is comfort, clean and well located. I recommend it."

Reviewed on 27 Sep 2022

Oceania L'Univers Tours
Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre
Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre
4 out of 5
2 Place Anatole, Tours, 37000
The price is HK$723 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
HK$723
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour business centre. Popular attractions Musee du Compagnonnage and St. Julien ...
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
A great November stay
"Hotel was excellent,and by far the best Hilton Hotel ever used.I have used a lot! Does the sun always shine in Tours? It was very clean and warm and comfortable.Evening service was very welcome after a day sightseeing. Breakfast was really good,lots of choice and fresh. Also we were able to book ..."

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2022

Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Appart'City Confort Tours
Appart'City Confort Tours
3 out of 5
12, rue Paul Nizan, Tours, 37000
Stay at this 3-star eco-friendly aparthotel in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
7.8/10 Good! (577 reviews)
Almost perfect.
"Location is perfect. Across the street is a mall and train station. You cannot hear noise even if there is a train coming by. They have a garage where you can park your car safely. The only thing is that the rooms dont have AC but its okay since its not warm at nighttime. And the diswasher needs ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2022

Appart'City Confort Tours
Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres
Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres
49 bis Boulevard de Preuilly, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, 37000
Stay at this aparthotel in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the convenient parking and the comfy beds in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (397 reviews)
"Good value and only 10 minutes walk from the centre. Good quality but not the easiest place to find. Nevertheless I’ll certainly stay again!"

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2023

Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres
Nemea Appart Hotel Residence Quai Victor
Nemea Appart Hotel Residence Quai Victor
6 Rue Marcel Tribut, Tours, 37000
Stay at this spa residence in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and breakfast. Our guests praise the spacious rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (327 reviews)
"地毯换一下。"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2022

Nemea Appart Hotel Residence Quai Victor
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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