Poitou-Charentes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Natural History Museum as well as a couple
Poitou-Charentes
Poitou-Charentes
Aquarium La Rochelle which includes marine life
Aquarium La Rochelle which includes marine life

Where to stay in Poitou-Charentes

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Quartier de l'Hippodrôme

While Quartier de l'Hippodrôme isn't home to many top sights, Casino de Châtelaillon and Angoulins Town Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Quartier de l'Hippodrôme
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Saint-Nicolas

Though Saint-Nicolas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vieux Port and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.

Saint-Nicolas
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Quartier du Casino

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Quartier du Casino. You might want to make time for a stop at Bay of Biscay or Casino de Châtelaillon.

Quartier du Casino
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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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Port District

Port District might not have many top sights, but Casino de Châtelaillon and Angoulins Town Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Port District
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Centre Ville

Centre Ville is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Port Boinot and St. Andrew's Church.

Centre Ville
Résidence New Rochelle

Résidence New Rochelle

17 Avenue du Lazaret, La Rochelle
The price is AU$174 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$174
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (253 reviews)
"Fantastic staff"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Résidence New Rochelle
Hôtel La Fabrique

Hôtel La Fabrique

3 out of 5
7-9-11 rue de la Fabrique, La Rochelle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$158 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$158
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (621 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel right in the middle of things. Stayed for one night, family of 4 in one room and there was plenty of room and beds were comfortable. Loved it."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hôtel La Fabrique
Hotel Central Park

Hotel Central Park

4 out of 5
4 Avenue Jean Guiton, La Rochelle
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (772 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent, from the service at reception, to the cleanliness of the room. The proximity to La Rochelle was also perfect."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

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Résidence New Rochelle

Résidence New Rochelle

17 Avenue du Lazaret, La Rochelle
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (253 reviews)
"Fantastic staff"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Résidence New Rochelle
Appart'City Classic Angoulême Centre

Appart'City Classic Angoulême Centre

3 out of 5
70, avenue de Cognac, Angouleme, Charente
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Angoulême. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (88 reviews)
"Right across the river from the Musée de la Bande Dessinée! Requires a bit of an uphill hike to get to the center of town but there are also easy nearby bus stops to take you there. Service was fantastic, breakfast was tasty and the hotel is pretty neat. No AC though."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Appart'City Classic Angoulême Centre
Appart'City Classic La Rochelle Centre

Appart'City Classic La Rochelle Centre

2 out of 5
8 rue Franc Lapeyre, La Rochelle
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (401 reviews)
"Okay, cheap, clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Appart'City Classic La Rochelle Centre
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Popular places to visit

Futuroscope

Futuroscope

Bring your family to Futuroscope and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou. Discover the area's countryside and seek out the golf courses.

Futuroscope
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
St-Martin Harbor

St-Martin Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Saint-Martin-de-Re with a trip to St-Martin Harbor. You'll find more to see and do in this trendy area.

St-Martin Harbor
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
Notre-Dame la Grande

Notre-Dame la Grande

You can learn about the history of Poitiers with a trip to Notre-Dame la Grande. Discover the area's cathedral and seek out its golf courses.

Notre-Dame la Grande

Palmyre Zoo

Why not visit the animals who live at Palmyre Zoo during your trip to La Palmyre? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Palmyre Zoo

Activities

Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux

Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux

AU$44
per adult
Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux
Crédit Bordeaux Métropole Didier Doustin

Bordeaux City Pass

AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bordeaux City Pass
Cordouan Lighthouse

Sea Walk Approach to Cordoba Lighthouse

AU$44
per adult
Sea Walk Approach to Cordoba Lighthouse
Picture 2 for Activity La Rochelle: Boat trip to Fort Boyard

La Rochelle: Boat trip to Fort Boyard (2h00)

AU$41
per adult
La Rochelle: Boat trip to Fort Boyard (2h00)
Journey in the Lourdes of the 19th Guided Tour

Journey in the Lourdes of the 19th Guided Tour

AU$36
per adult
Journey in the Lourdes of the 19th Guided Tour
Picture 3 for Activity Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise

Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
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