Location: Lille
Top Things to do in Lille
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Lille, Hauts-de-France
Lille is an architectural feast with strong Flemish influences from the Grand Place to the basilica of Notre Dame de la Treille to the quiet streets of row houses and gardens. For art buffs, Lille is home to the Musee d'Art Moderne and the Palais des Beaux Arts. Children will enjoy the Parc de Zoologique. Savvy travelers know that Lille has a fine public transit system, making this historical hotspot a pleasure to visit.
Restaurants in Lille
1. LaM Lille Metropole Musee d'art moderne, d'art contemporain et d'art brut.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 680 reviews
Set in a remarkable sculpture park, the LaM has established a unique itinerary for visitors, highlighting the intersection between modern art, contemporary art and art brut. With over 7,000 works, the museum provides a striking overview of the art of the 20th and 21st centuries. By encouraging new ways of interacting and thinking about art, whether through its permanent collection, temporary exhibitions or cultural programme, the museum is focused on sparking your sense of curiosity, and leaves you feeling inspired and moved. Inaugurated in 1983 to house the modern art donation bequeathed by Geneviève and Jean Masurel, the LaM has since emerged as a leading museum on the world stage. Boasting an ambitious programme, it encourages encounters between artists who not only bear witness to their time, but weave a deeply personal perspective into their work.
Reviewed By 182tara04 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The museum was closed but I took the opportunity to visit the park. I was alone and had a wonderful time 10 beautiful statues, sculptures disseminated in a vast park Take the metro line 1, stop at petit bois then take the bus line 6 and stop at LaM. Bus every 10 mn. I bought my return ticket at the metro station in Lille
2. Grande Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,798 reviews
Main square where the magnificent 17th-century Vieille Bourse is located.
Reviewed By V4445JLroberto - Crofton, United States
The Grand Place of Lille is a great place to meet up with friends to then walk Vieux Lille, sit at a cafe for a wine or beer, and people watching.
3. Old Stock Exchange
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,245 reviews
Designed by architect Julien Destrée, the Old Stock Exchange (circa 1653) is a magnificent example of the Flemish baroque style.
Reviewed By a1eksandar - Belgrade, Serbia
Marvelous building dominating the main square of the old city. Amazing architecture and details, both on exterior and in the courtyard.
4. Fromelles and Flanders Battlefield Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
5. La Gare Saint Sauveur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 260 reviews
Reviewed By royv639 - Arnhem, The Netherlands
One of the best places and art spaces in Lille. The food is excellent, the Ola Cuba contemporary art exhibition absolutely brilliant! This former train station is a must If you want to escape main street shopping
6. Vieux-Lille
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,412 reviews
Reviewed By sheffieldeats - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Lovely long weekend destination. Great architecture - look for square beyond Place de Lion ( Place de Louise Bernieries?) for interesting Flemish style frontages. Feels safe, relaxed easy going city, with plenty of restaurants through the old town. Do book in advance though or risk walking from one to another looking for a table at weekends.
7. Librairie Furet du Nord
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 647 reviews
Reviewed By Ash2089 - Ashford, United Kingdom
My wife and I are huge book lovers and you could definitely spend over an hour in here if you speak French. They have a small English section with books priced at around £10+. A great place to hide from the rain and get lost in all genres of books.
8. Place aux Oignons
9. Place du Theatre
10. Chambre de Commerce
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