Tours is a city that delights with its rich history and impressive architecture. Tours is the perfect place to discover cultural historical monuments and a true French atmosphere. The old town, known as Le Vieux Tours, is a maze of narrow medieval streets and Renaissance buildings. The focal point is Place Plumereau, a lively market square, where you can sample local specialities and go to cafes.
Not far away is the Saint Gatian Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with impressive stained glass windows. Nearby is the Museum of Fine Arts, which offers a rich collection of works of art from antiquity to the present. Tours is also an ideal base for exploring the Loire Valley, with its many castles, such as the Château de Villandry and the Château de Chenonceau. The Loire Valley is also a paradise for winemakers, where you can sample local wines.
Location
Tours is a city in central France, located in the heart of the Loire Valley, between Orléans and the Atlantic coast. In the historical and geographical region of Touraine.
Cathédrale Saint-Gatien (Saint-Gatien Cathedral)
Musée des Beaux Arts
Place Plumereau
Basilique Saint-Martin de Tours
Hôtel Goüin
Rue Nationale
Musée du Compagnonnage
