City of Carcassonne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Matthew Rowe
Photo by Matthew Rowe
Photo by Matthew Rowe
Photo by Matthew Rowe
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Photo by Rodrigo Ramos Margon Vaz
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Photo by Dominique Clement-Schofield
Photo by Rodrigo Ramos Margon Vaz
Photo by Rodrigo Ramos Margon Vaz

Popular places to visit

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne during your travels in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
Aude Gate

Aude Gate

After visiting Aude Gate, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Aude Gate
Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse

Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse

Learn about the local history of Carcassonne when you take a trip to Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse
Basilica of Saint-Nazaire

Basilica of Saint-Nazaire

Learn about the local history of Carcassonne when you take a trip to Basilica of Saint-Nazaire. Stroll along the marina or experience the theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Basilica of Saint-Nazaire
Carcassonne which includes a castle, heritage architecture and landscape views

Place Carnot

You can learn about the history of Carcassonne with a trip to Place Carnot. Amble around the area's marina or experience its theatre scene.

Place Carnot

Château Comtal

After visiting Château Comtal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carcassonne. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Château Comtal

Activities

Carcassonne 's Medieval Walls: A Self-Guided Tour

Carcassonne 's Medieval Walls: A Self-Guided Tour

AU$38
per adult
Carcassonne 's Medieval Walls: A Self-Guided Tour
Carcassonne Outdoor Escape Game: Ghosts of the Citadel

Carcassonne Ghost Quest: Outdoor Escape & History Game

AU$15
per adult
Carcassonne Ghost Quest: Outdoor Escape & History Game
Carcassonne: Fortress Walking Tour

Carcassonne: Fortress Walking Tour

AU$302
per traveller
Carcassonne: Fortress Walking Tour
Viscount's castle

Walking guided tour Carcassonne

AU$305
per traveller
Walking guided tour Carcassonne
Carcassonne: Private Guided Tour of the Medieval Fortress

Carcassonne: Private Guided Tour of the Medieval Fortress

AU$662
per adult
Carcassonne: Private Guided Tour of the Medieval Fortress
In front of the Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse of the City of Carcassonne

Guided tour of the City of Carcassonne (on foot)

AU$305
per traveller
Guided tour of the City of Carcassonne (on foot)
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Our pick of the best City of Carcassonne Hotel Deals

Hôtel Le Donjon - Coeur de la Cité Médiévale

Hôtel Le Donjon - Coeur de la Cité Médiévale

4 out of 5
2 Rue du Comte Roger, Carcassonne, Aude
The price is AU$257 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$257
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very good for families. Quiet, clean, comfortable in the heart of the medieval city"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Hôtel Le Donjon - Coeur de la Cité Médiévale
Hotel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery Collection

Hotel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
Place Auguste Pierre Pont, Carcassonne, Aude
The price is AU$703 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$703
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (804 reviews)
Incredible
"The most beautiful and unique hotel I’ve stayed in. Absolutely fabulous stay."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel de la Cité Carcassonne - MGallery Collection
Hôtel du Château & Spa Gemology

Hôtel du Château & Spa Gemology

4 out of 5
2 Rue Camille Saint Saens, Carcassonne, AUDE
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
Pleasant hotel in great location
"The hotel is superbly situated three minutes walk from the main entrance to the castle and the departure point for the little train that takes you round below the ramparts for great views. We had a junior suite, which was spacious with attractive traditional decor. Breakfast was served as a set menu ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

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Hôtel du Château & Spa Gemology
Mercure Carcassonne la Cite Hotel

Mercure Carcassonne la Cite Hotel

4 out of 5
18, Rue Camille Saint-Saens, Carcassonne, Aude
The price is AU$263 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$263
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (235 reviews)
"This hotel is perfect for access to the fortified village and castle and within walking distance of the town . Reception staff were helpful and friendly . Car parking is tight, the hotel takes no responsibility if your car is parked in , as ours almost was !"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Mercure Carcassonne la Cite Hotel
Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite

Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite

3 out of 5
Rue Camille Flammarion, Carcassonne, Aude
The price is AU$129 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$129
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)
Great value
"We needed a one night stop to see a concert, the room was great value, and we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the accommodation and the friendly welcome from the staff."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite
Cerise Carcassonne Sud

Cerise Carcassonne Sud

3 out of 5
1 Rue Darius Milhaud, Carcassonne
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$136 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$136
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,053 reviews)
Great location, comfortable if a little basic.
"We had a two night stay to visit the mediaeval town and found the location of the Cerise Carcassonne Sud excellent for this purpose. The carpark is very large and secure with gates closing from 9 pm. The old town is a 5 minute walk away - very do-able even in the 35 C heat. Our rooms (in block A) ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Cerise Carcassonne Sud
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Other neighbourhoods around City of Carcassonne

Carcassonne which includes a castle, heritage architecture and landscape views

Bastide Saint-Louis

5/5(2 area reviews)

Bastide Saint-Louis is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal du Midi and Place Carnot.

Bastide Saint-Louis

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