Sightseeing in Tours - what to see. Complete travel guide
This picturesque city is situated on the bank of the Laura River. Due to a large number of cultural and historical monuments Tours has won the honorary title of City of History and Art. Start your acquaintance with the cultural heritage of the city from visiting its main attraction - Saint-Gasen Cathedral, which construction started in the 13th century and lasted for more than 300 years. As a result, this building is a unique fusion of different architectural trends. Colbert Street is the historical center of the city. Here you can see numerous old wooden houses, which once have been occupied by townspeople. National Conservatory and Museum of Art are also located here.
Tours is of great interest to fans of sightseeing, as many ancient and medieval sights have survived in the city. The main symbol of Tours is the beautiful Cathedrale Saint-Gatien, the … 
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Tours is of great interest to fans of sightseeing, as many ancient and medieval sights have survived in the city. The main symbol of Tours is the beautiful Cathedrale Saint-Gatien, the … Open
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The tower of Charlemagne is a really interesting historical monument. It is the only remains of the old abbey, which establishment took place in the 5th century. In the early 19th century, there was not a trace left of the abbey building. Only the tower, which the locals used as an ammunition depot, left. In the middle of the 19th century, clean water resources were stored there. It's a miracle the architectural monument managed to survive to this day. In 1927, the city was hit by the massive earthquake, and the tower partially collapsed. Local residents have made every effort to restore the tower. Currently, there're interesting guided tours there.
Tours is of great interest to fans of sightseeing, as many ancient and medieval sights have survived in the city. The main symbol of Tours is the beautiful Cathedrale Saint-Gatien, the … Open
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The Museum of Fine Arts is a popular tourist object. It occupies a beautiful Episcopal Palace. The museum contains a rich collection of works by famous European painters and will be interesting to amateurs of Delacroix, Rubens, Degas, and Rembrandt. The opening of the museum in the palace took place in 1910. Previously it used to be a school, a warehouse, and a theater.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Tours and surroundings
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Tours
♥ Shopping area ' Place Jean Jaurès' Tours, 0.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rue Nationale' Tours, 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Tours
♥ Castle 'Château de Tours' Indre-et-Loire, 2.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Mont' Indre, 9.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Luynes' Indre-et-Loire, 9.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Montbazon' Indre-et-Loire, 11.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Cinq-Mars-la-Pile' Indre-et-Loire, 17.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Tours
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Loire-Anjou-Touraine' , 50.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Brenne' , 88.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Perche' , 112.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Normandie-Maine' , 145.1 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Tours and around
♥ Art museum 'Musée des Beaux-Arts' Tours, 1.5 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Tours from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire
From the series “The greatest France castles ”
Check on the map: Distance from Tours center - 38.8 km.
Catherine de Medici was the owner of the fortress in the 16th century. Preserved Queen's chambers are considered to be one of the main attractions today. The observatory was equipped in the fortress during her reign. Many famous astrologers and scientists visited Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire during this period. The castle is open for excursions all year round. A unique collection of antique furniture, paintings, and tapestries, as well as other antiques, is stored in it. Ancient frescoes with medieval themes are preserved in some halls. The old billiard room is considered one of the most interesting rooms. Some outbuildings have also been preserved on the castle grounds. Old stables are among them. …
Read further Distance from Tours center - 38.8 km.
Chateau de Loches
From the series “The greatest France castles ”
Check on the map: Distance from Tours center - 37.1 km.
The interiors of previous years were restored in some halls of the fortress. Antique furniture and works of art are kept in them today. The ascent to the observation deck remains one of the favorite attractions for visitors to the castle. It is located on the roof of the donjon. Visitors must climb a steep staircase of 150 steps to reach the roof of the tower. A wonderful panoramic view of the city opens from a height. You can also view the preserved wall of the old fortress in all its details from the site. Its length is about 2 kilometers. Interesting cultural events are held in the castle throughout the year. …
Read further Distance from Tours center - 37.1 km.
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