Vauban Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Train Station Square
Enjoy views of the impressive futuristic train station from this green, pedestrianized plaza at Strasbourg’s core.
Strasbourg Christmas Market
During your visit to Strasbourg, you can do some window-shopping at Strasbourg Christmas Market. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
Place Kléber
You can learn about the history of Strasbourg with a visit to Place Kléber. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.
European Parliament
After visiting European Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Strasbourg. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Rohan Palace
Examine historical artifacts and artworks in the museums of this 18th-century palace, which once hosted Louis XV and Marie Antoinette.
Activities
Day trip: Colmar, Haut-Koenigsbourg, Riquewihr and Kaysersberg
Strasbourg: Traditional Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Strasbourg: Guided Bike Tour with a Local Guide
Pass Alsace : the best of Alsace in your pocket!
Strasbourg, Colmar, Eguisheim, Riquewhir: Private excursion
Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Vauban
Orangerie
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Orangerie. Parc de l'Orangerie and Palace of Europe are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Universite Tram Station or Gallia Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Forêt Noire
While visiting Forêt Noire, you might make a stop by sights like Botanical Gardens and Strasbourg Observatory.
Esplanade
The cafes and parks are just a few things visitors like about Esplanade. Citadelle Park and Vauban Stadium are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Esplanade Tram Station or Observatoire Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Krutenau
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Krutenau. Alsatian Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porte de l'Hopital Tram Station or Etoile Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
European Quarter
You might enjoy the restaurants while in European Quarter. European Parliament is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Parlement Europeen Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.
Contades
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Contades. Top attractions like Strasbourg Convention Centre and European Parliament are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lycee Kleber Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.