City break in Nancy. Active leisure ideas for Nancy - attractions, recreation and nightlife

The city and its suburbs provide a wide choice of entertaining facilities. Fans of shopping and active rest, and even outdoor activities followers will easily find a pastime to fit their taste in the city. Travelers who are fond of nature landmarks are recommended to include a visit to Jardin Botanique du Montet into their tourist program. The large botanic garden has a true gem – a collection of exotic plants brought from different parts of the world.

Coffee trees, a rich collection of orchids, giant water lilies, an unbelievably beautiful rosary, and real banana plantations – the garden is a truly magnificent place. Muséum-aquarium is another great destination for family travel. The aquarium features a rich collection of sea fish. Every year, the aquarium is visited by approximately one hundred thousand people, and every day the venue hosts special and exciting excursions for children.

Nancy will be liked by travelers who enjoy spending time in picturesque nature. The city is home to several magnificent parks that are loved by both locals and travelers. Parc de la Pépinière is considered the most beautiful park in the city. The territory of the park includes a big playground for children with numerous attractions. There are even a puppet doll theater and a mini-golf course. Visitors can always make a picnic in the park in a specially designated area. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If you want to walk in the shade of century-old trees, it’s time to visit Sainte Marie Park. This beautiful park regularly hosts various florist exhibitions. The park attracts fans of chess as there is a special area with chess tables in Sainte Marie. A walk in Godron Park will also leave many pleasant memories. This park is primarily famous for an interesting collection of miniature plants and flowers.

Initially, the park was used to harvest herbs, but later the collection of herbs was transferred to Montet Garden mentioned above. If you search a place for walking, head to Saurupt quarter. This is the area where one can not only admire the look of old mansions but also attend several interesting shops. When it comes to entertainment centers, Magic bowling remains among the most popular. It is located just a few steps away from the city center close to popular restaurants, bars, and shopping malls.

A great place to spend time with friends is La Comédie de Nancy where laughter does not stop for a minute and the charge of good mood remains with visitors for a long time. Great concerts are also held at Zenith De Nancy, so if you don't want to miss an interesting event during your vacation, be sure to clarify event and ticket information of the concert hall. Those who cannot imagine a vacation without watching sports will certainly appreciate the Stade Marcel-Picot that hosts major football matches. The most popular cinema is Kinepolis with its spacious hall and always fresh repertoire from the world of cinema.

Those who'd rather relax at the spa should be advised to go to the best centers of this kind in Nancy: Pana Thaï Spa and My Spa. Here you can find everything you need for quality rest: a relaxing atmosphere, cleanliness, well-groomed facilities, a variety of spa treatments. No less enjoyable will be hours spent at Piscine Olympique Grand Nancy Thermal, an indoor swimming complex offering excellent sunbathing areas and swimming pools to suit every taste. Another swimming center - Piscine Olympique Alfred Nakache - besides pools, provides several water rides, as well as wonderful picnic spots on the adjacent grounds.

Active tourists would likely be interested in one more place - Casabloc Terre de Grimp', a climbing center providing quality mountaineering training. Many prefer to visit the indoor climbing center to gain some useful skills before conquering real mountains. Virtual Room Nancy is also ready to leave exciting impressions in the memory of its visitors - all thanks to a unique experience that allows you to discover a new and unpredictable world of virtual reality. For those who want to have plenty of fun, we recommend the best place for that - this is Bowling PopKfé where, apart from bowling, you can enjoy air hockey, billiards, and a lovely cafe.

The Escape Hunt Experience invites its guests to plunge into the atmosphere corresponding to a particular room and try to escape from it. The themes of the rooms vary from mystical to sci-fi, so you will get as many vivid impressions from escape quests as there are drops in the River Meurthe, on which Nancy lies. Another center with no less remarkable rooms is Arcane Game. Here you can feel like a gnome treasure hunter or find the truth in a Buddhist-style room. Also, do not pass by Lasermaxx Club, especially if you are traveling with friends or family - playing laser tag contributes to team building within a group.

When it comes to nightlife facilities, it is worth choosing several bars and clubs that are in the greatest demand among tourists and locals. And there are quite a lot of them: for example, fans of small bars with a comfortable atmosphere should head to Le Ch'timi Bar or Le Medieval Pub, and if you prefer a more lively and fun atmosphere, think about Le Quai'Son Bar. Nancy's best wine bar designed for connoisseurs of fine wines is La Ruche. If you'd rather prefer beer, a must-have is Les Docks Cafe or le Phenix Pub. There is also a good place for fans of cocktails and strong drinks - Rhumerie la Plantation Bar.