Top Things to do in Mayenne
Top 7 Hidden Gems Things to do in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire
Discover the best top things to do in Mayenne, France including Walnut Grove Cookery School, Musee Archeologique, Le Refuge de l'Arche, Musee Robert Tatin, Musee du Chateau de Mayenne, Grottes de Saulges - Musee de Prehistoire, Les Jardins des Renaudies.
Restaurants in Mayenne
1. Walnut Grove Cookery School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
Professional gourmet chef Maynard Harvey is waiting to share with you his wealth of experience and to take your cooking to the next level. Classes are fun, informal and inspirational – with no more than five guests to one chef everybody gets the personal attention they require, regardless of their skill level, with extensive hands-on time in the kitchen. Can also take one non-participant each course to join in with degustation!
2. Musee Archeologique
3. Le Refuge de l'Arche
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 210 reviews
unique place in Europe where all the animals have a history. Wounded, captured or abandoned animals in the Ark of Refuge had a life before being greeted: today more than 1 200, representing 150 species on 15 hectares. There's no training, no show. But felines, monkeys, reptiles, bears, birds ... that come to life. Quite simply. Created in 1976 by Christian Huchedé, the association Cepan, recognized public utility since 2014, works for three missions: animal protection, social inclusion, public awareness for animal rights. It manages two distinct activities, the Refuge de l'Arche (1 200 animals, 150 species) and the Wildlife and Environment Centre Local Wild "Valentine Perrin and Jacques" (360 animals supported in 2015).
Reviewed By matandsu
Good views of all the animals when we visited - and being able to read the stories of how the animals were rescued and ended up in the refuge added to the experience.
4. Musee Robert Tatin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By mrtartempion - Gizeux, France
Of course ,this place in itself worth the visit.......it's a kind of place that you will remember all your life....!!! mr robert tatin a genius artist... it is like a small cambodian "angkor wat" or little bit similar as "le palais ideal" "facteur cheval" in a drome area (village of hauterives 26 ) if you are about 100/150 kilometers around that place...rush there and enjoy this unique and very special (stunning) artistic atmosphere....!!!...you will not regret it..!!! make 3 hours time ...minimum...!!!
5. Musee du Chateau de Mayenne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
The museum's opening is the result of the discovery in 1993 of a remarkable 1100 year old palace within its walls. It's the best conserved Carolingian civilian building in Europe.Since the 10th century till nowadays, the castle has been used as : palace, fortified castle, prison and now a museum. You will discover the castle history as well as archaeological collections from the Middle Ages.
6. Grottes de Saulges - Musee de Prehistoire
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By sleepy77
Visited one of these caves when staying close by and wish we could have done both! Really interesting and great tour by Sandrine. We had a little trouble booking so be patient! You do need to book in advance as tour numbers are limited. The caves are fascinating and there is currently a lot of archaeological work to find out more about the caves themselves and its inhabitants. Quite low ceilings so not the for the claustrophobic and not for the under 6s (not allowed).
7. Les Jardins des Renaudies
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By U4210FPjamess - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Stumbled apon this garden on a trip around Font Daniel, and what an unexpected treat! Although small, the garden is lovely to walk around, with great colour and atmosphere. There are even some animals to watch at the far end, and a maise maze to get lost in! On top of that, there is a display of antique farm machinery and equipment, and a lovely little cafe for refreshment. A treat if the weather is good!
