Top 10 Things to do in Charente-Maritime, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

July 9, 2021 Milan Banda

Discover the best top things to do in Charente-Maritime, France including Vieux Port, Les Jardins de la Boirie, Towers of La Rochelle, Plage Gros Jonc, Musee Maritime de La Rochelle, Le Bunker de La Rochelle, Marche du Centre Ville, Marche Central de Royan, Aquarium La Rochelle, Notre-Dame de Royan.
Restaurants in Charente-Maritime

1. Vieux Port

Quai Duperre, 17000, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 41 14 68 http://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/musees-et-sites-de-visite/le-vieux-port-de-la-rochelle
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,561 reviews

Vieux Port

Reviewed By Ruth2000 - Warwick, United Kingdom

La Rochelle has a lot to offer, the best being its food. The restaurants, (especially seafood) are excellent, and there are lots to choose. We spent 2 weeks in the city, staying in an apartment close to the harbour. The covered central market, open in the mornings is excellent for fresh produce, cheese, fish, fruit and vegetables. Just the other side of the harbour away from the hundreds of cafes and restaurants is the moderately priced Carrefour (City) .... and buses can take to you easily to outlying places, like the Ile de Rei, Minimes, and Chatellian Plage. Everywhere near the Old Port is walking distance. Not a cheap place to be, but thoroughly worthwhile.

2. Les Jardins de la Boirie

rue centrale La Boirie, 17310, Ile d'Oleron France +33 5 16 65 44 36 http://www.lesjardinsdelaboirie.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 122 reviews

Les Jardins de la Boirie

Les Jardins de la Boirie sont fermes jusqu'au printemps 2014!

3. Towers of La Rochelle

Vieux Port Vieux Port, Quai Duperre, 17000, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 41 11 99 http://www.la-rochelle.monuments-nationaux.fr
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4.5 based on 2,401 reviews

Towers of La Rochelle

Looking out to the Atlantic, the Tour Saint-Nicolas (14th century), the Tour de la Chaîne (14th century) and the Tour de la Lanterne (12th and15th century) are the remains of a great fortification building campaign undertaken in the City of La Rochelle from 1199. The Tour Saint-Nicolas and the Tour de la Chaîne form the majestic gateway to the Old Port and for ten centuries formed the key defensive bastions to the city. As true palatial constructions and city castles, they are the symbol of a city with a very rich hand proud seafaring and trading heritage. The Tour de la Lanterne, the oldest lighthouse on the Atlantic coast and then a navy prison, contains over 600 examples of graffiti carved into the walls by prisoners in over 3 centuries. Open: > 1st April to 30th September: Tower Saint-Nicolas: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. ; Tower of La Chaîne and La Lanterne: from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.15 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.15 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 1 tower ticket : 6 € ; 3 towers ticket : 8,50 € ; Concessions (18 to 25) = 1 tower ticket : 4 € ; 3 towers ticket : 5,50 € ; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

Reviewed By CaptainsWife1

Very interesting tour to all three towers. You don't have to visit all three in one day either. They all provide some history as well as great views from the top.

4. Plage Gros Jonc

Ile de Re France +33 5 46 09 00 55 http://www.iledere.com/decouvrez-lile-de-re/lile-de-re-en-10-histoires/le-bois-plage-en-re/433210-plage-de-gros-jonc
Excellent
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4.5 based on 86 reviews

Plage Gros Jonc

Reviewed By AndreaSussex_England - West Sussex, United Kingdom

Huge beach of clean sand and Atlantic rollers. There is a good beach side cafe serving coffee and snacks

5. Musee Maritime de La Rochelle

Place Bernard Moitessier, 17031, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 28 03 00 http://www.museemaritimelarochelle.fr
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4.5 based on 623 reviews

Musee Maritime de La Rochelle

Reviewed By frankafile

Fascinating museum mainly on boats allowing lots of exploration. The big boat has an excellent bar and restaurant on the top deck.

6. Le Bunker de La Rochelle

8 rue des Dames, 17000, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 42 52 89 [email protected] http://www.bunkerlarochelle.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 877 reviews

Le Bunker de La Rochelle

Enter this bunker, built in 1941 by Germans in the city center, and discover the history of La Rochelle, freed on May 8th, 1945. Reconstituted scenes, photos, videos, period objects...

Reviewed By RuthVR - Halifax, United Kingdom

Well I admit I learnt something at this museum. The English translation pack is excellent and the journey through time is good. Much to see and to learn. It’s not a huge museum as you might expect but well worth a visit - particularly if you’re interested in WW2. Really recommend.

7. Marche du Centre Ville

1 rue Gambetta, 17000, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 51 51 51 [email protected] http://www.ville-larochelle.fr/economie/commerce-et-marches/marches-par-quartiers.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 322 reviews

Marche du Centre Ville

Reviewed By And2012S - Chantonnay, France

If you are coming to La Rochelle this is a must. The vast range of fresh products on offer is amazing. The market spills onto several streets and there is a lively bustling atmosphere. Large queues form for the most popular stores. However don’t leave it too late as the market tends to wrap up round about 1.00pm.

8. Marche Central de Royan

Place du Marche Central, 17200, Royan France +33 5 46 39 56 56 http://www.marche-royan.com/
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4.5 based on 399 reviews

Marche Central de Royan

Reviewed By Derek05M - Bolton, United Kingdom

Royan market is a must visit. The outdoor and indoor markets are both on, on Sundays, but the indoor food market is on daily. Fabulous stalls selling the best choice of sea food we have ever seen, and we have visited many. Pleased make the effort, you will not be disappointed

9. Aquarium La Rochelle

Bassin des Grands Yachts quai Louis Prunier BP 50004 Bassin des Grands Yachts quai Louis Prunier, 17002, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 34 00 00 [email protected] http://www.aquarium-larochelle.com/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 8,682 reviews

Aquarium La Rochelle

Located in the city center, facing the old harbor, discover one of the greatest European private aquariums. In 2018, the Aquarium innovates and offers a brand new immersion into the underwater world. During 2h, visit the heart of the Ocean, meet over 12 000 marine animals, and be amazed by the biodiversity of the Atlantic, Mediterranean Sea and Tropics. From the fragile jellyfish, to the fascinating sharks, experience a unique journey to dream and understand the Sea.

Reviewed By OrkOcin

The seas and oceans are wonderfully highlighted in this world class aquarium ???? Beware : it can be crowded in summer

10. Notre-Dame de Royan

1 rue de Foncillon, 17200, Royan France +33 5 46 38 33 03 http://www.notre-dame-royan.com/eglise
Excellent
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4.0 based on 433 reviews

Notre-Dame de Royan

Reviewed By journalisttourisme - Usa, Japan

Worth seeing, a surprising church.The centre point of the sky line in Royan. An amazing church.designed and built after the war.

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