La Rochelle City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Rochelle City Centre
Natural History Museum which includes a park
Aquarium La Rochelle which includes marine life
Natural History Museum as well as a couple
Aquarium La Rochelle featuring marine life

Popular places to visit

Vieux Port

Vieux Port

Explore the waterfront in La Rochelle with a trip to Vieux Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Vieux Port
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

After visiting La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
Tour St. Nicolas

Tour St. Nicolas

Learn about the local history of La Rochelle when you spend time at Tour St. Nicolas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour St. Nicolas
Natural History Museum as well as a couple

Natural History Museum

Get a closer look at the stuffed animals and other unusual items found by French explorers during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Natural History Museum
Tour de la Lanterne

Tour de la Lanterne

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a visit to Tour de la Lanterne. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Lanterne
New World Museum

New World Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New World Museum during your trip to La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

New World Museum

Activities

Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

NZ$134
per adult
Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle
La Rochelle: Gems of the Port Exploration Game and Tour

La Rochelle: Gems of the Port Exploration Game and Tour

NZ$15
per adult
La Rochelle: Gems of the Port Exploration Game and Tour
From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

NZ$87
per adult
From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard
3-Hour Private Guided Tour in La Rochelle

La Rochelle Private Custom Private Walking Tour With a Guide

NZ$211
per adult
La Rochelle Private Custom Private Walking Tour With a Guide
The Océâmes Treasure in La Rochelle

The Océâmes Treasure in La Rochelle

NZ$81
per traveller
The Océâmes Treasure in La Rochelle
3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour

3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour

NZ$835
per adult
3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour
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Our pick of the best La Rochelle City Centre Hotel Deals

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port
4 out of 5
3 rue St Jean du Perot, 4 place de la chaine, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
The price is NZ$186 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (314 reviews)
"Room had a beautiful view of the port and surrounding area."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL L'Escale Marine
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL L'Escale Marine
3 out of 5
36 Avenue Amerigo Vespucci, La Rochelle
The price is NZ$155 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star residence in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a steam room. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (786 reviews)
"In a quiet area within easy walking of city centre, beaches, local shops. Could have been better if there was a bit more information about getting around eg buses, ferries, bikes etc. Staff always polite."

Reviewed on 1 Sep. 2024

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL L'Escale Marine
Maison des Ambassadeurs
Maison des Ambassadeurs
5 out of 5
43, rue du Minage, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
The price is NZ$323 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at Maison des Ambassadeurs - the staff were all young & willing to help in any way. It was lovely to have robe & slippers to feel comfy after a long day out."

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Maison des Ambassadeurs
Best Western Premier Le Masq Hôtel La Rochelle
Best Western Premier Le Masq Hôtel La Rochelle
4 out of 5
17 rue de l'Ouvrage a Cornes, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
The price is NZ$200 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (767 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean and modern room. Quiet area and easy to walk into the centre."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Best Western Premier Le Masq Hôtel La Rochelle
Hôtel La Fabrique
Hôtel La Fabrique
3 out of 5
7-9-11 rue de la Fabrique, La Rochelle
The price is NZ$148 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (570 reviews)
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful hotel, and the experience was made exceptional thanks to the outstanding service provided by the staff. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed and well taken care of. Special mention goes to Barbara at the reception desk. She was ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2024

Hôtel La Fabrique
ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
3 out of 5
Place Du Cdt De La Motte Rouge, La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
The price is NZ$172 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Vieux Port and La Grande Roue ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (276 reviews)
"Great location, pleasant stay, yummy breakfast"

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2024

ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
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Other neighbourhoods around La Rochelle City Centre

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Fétilly

Fétilly is well liked for its waterfront views. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Natural History Museum and La Rochelle Central Market.

Fétilly
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La Pallice

Travellers like the historical sites in La Pallice, and Port de la Pallice is a top attraction you might want to visit.

La Pallice

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