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[Walking Tour] Discover the Best of Brest in 2 hours

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About This Tour in Brest

Brest, France's westernmost city, is wildly different from what you would expect to see in a French city. Vastly destroyed during the war, it takes pride in its special position at the "end of the land" and its lively, quirky people. During this 2 hour tour, we'll go find the culture and the hidden gems that make our city so special. From the Town Hall Plaza to the urban cable cars, we'll be walking through Brest's culture, past and present. We'll learn about its architecture and history, and get a nice introduction to the culture and history of Brittany. It will depart at 10.30am from the Multiplexe Liberté, which is a cinema on the main square (tram stop: Liberté). If you are coming from a cruise, you'll be dropped right in front of the square, the cinema is the rusty looking building on the right. I will be the girl with the little hulahoops on my back!

Why Visit Brest?

Brest, France offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Brest provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Brest

You can reach Brest, France by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Brest easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

English and French guides

What's Not Included

Ticket for the ride back on the Cable cars
Food and Drink

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for people who have difficulties standing and walking for a couple of hours, we'll be walking less than 3 km over 2 hours, at a leisurely pace.

Photo Gallery

The view on the harbour from the cable cars

Garden of the Explorer: perfect place for a picnic

[Walking Tour] Discover the Best of Brest in 2 hours - Photo 4

La Tour Tanguy: a VIth century defense tower

Rue St Malo: a unique time capsule at the heart of Brest

The cable car linking the centre to the Plateau des Capucins

Place de la Liberté: first stop on the route

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Brest’s shopping quarters, it

In front of the Cinéma Multiplexe Liberté, I'll be the girl with the pink hulahoops on my back!

End Point

We'll end at the Capucins, where you can either take the cable cars back to the City Centre or hang out in Brest's newest cultural district, best views of the harbour guaranteed.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Brest’s shopping quarters, it is named after a...

Brest’s shopping quarters, it is named after a Siamese delegation (modern day Thailand) that passed by in 1686, that left the onlookers durably amazed.

Brest Castle

Brest Castle. From the Roman castellum to Vauban's citadel, its history spans over 1700 years. It is to this day still a military fortress at a highly strategic location, and hosts the National Museum of Navy.

A cute botanical garden with an incredible view over the Castle and the bay 10 minutes

A cute botanical garden with an incredible view over the Castle and the bay. It was made to honour the explorers that left from the port of Brest in the 18th century, and came back carrying plants and seeds from faraway islands. A century later, in 1975, Brest Botanical Conservatory opened, becoming the first-ever to vow to protect endangered species in the world.

This tower is a souvenir of the 100...

This tower is a souvenir of the 100 years war, some 8 centuries ago, and also the museum of the city of Brest. There you can see dioramas of what Brest was before.

Brest's treasured remains of what the city was...

Brest's treasured remains of what the city was before World War II, this street was saved by a brave lady and the association Vivre la Rue. A time capsule at the feet of the Capucins.

Looking at this enormous former military building, that... 20 minutes

Looking at this enormous former military building, that is now Brest's newest arts and culture hub, we'll understand how Brest is turning its eyes towards the future while never forgetting what's made her so unique.

Brest's flashiest new addition: a cable car system... 10 minutes

Brest's flashiest new addition: a cable car system to tie together the two historic parts of Brest: Brest-même and Recouvrance. We'll use it to return to the city or take the tram if there is an issue with the cable cars (it happens).

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