Port Travel Guide
Calais
Popular places to visit
Port of Calais
Explore the waterfront in Calais with a trip to Port of Calais. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Calais Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Calais Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Port. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Calais Dragon
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Calais Dragon during your trip to Calais. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
La Coupole
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in La Coupole in Calais. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Cité Europe
During your trip to Coquelles, you can do some window-shopping at Cité Europe. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Musée Mémoire 1939–1945
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Musée Mémoire 1939–1945 during your trip to Calais. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Things to do
Top hotels in Port
Holiday Inn Calais by IHG
"Brilliant staff, nice clean room, comfy bed and sheets, nice big shower. Not my first stay, and will happily stay again in future."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
ibis Calais Car Ferry
Premiere Classe Dunkerque Sud - Loon Plage
"It was an ideal overnight stay for us from the ferry port.I checked ahead that we would be able to check in late and they replied promptly that there was an overnight porter. Parking was provided and the room was exactly right for a family of 3 with a bunk bed for a daughter. We paid for breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Calais-Coquelles by IHG
"Nice straight forward hotel. I use it after I have crossed into France from the UK on the Eurotunnel. No issues, easy to find (near the terminal) .. clean, nice friendly staff and a good breakfast."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 3 étoiles
"A really well appointed Hotet ideally positioned for Le Shuttle. The staff were helpful, room was comfortable and an excellent breakfast."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Sure Hotel by Best Western Calais Coquelles Tunnel s/ Manche
"Always a good stay. Staff are exceptional, clean, comfortable rooms. Plenty of secure parking and decent sized spaces! Our go to overnight stop in Calais"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Port
Calais City Center
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Calais City Center. A stop by Tour de Guet or Calais Lighthouse might round out your trip.
Gare
You'll enjoy the museums and seafood restaurants in Gare. You might want to make time for a stop at Calais Hotel de Ville or Parc St Pierre.
Calais Fréthun
Calais Fréthun is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cité Europe and Channel Outlet while you're in town.
