Rennes Centre Travel Guide
Rennes
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Popular places to visit
Rennes Cathedral
Peruse the intriguing pictorial art and see rare marble from the Roman Forum in this Roman Catholic cathedral encompassing many styles.
Place des Lices
Watch the artists, florists and food sellers in this busy square that has been hosting market sellers since the late 15th century.
Parliament of Brittany
Inspect the marvelous array of 17th-century art displayed in this historic legislative building.
Musée de Bretagne
Discover the true facts behind an extraordinary treason case and browse fascinating items spanning centuries to learn about Brittany’s past.
Espace des Sciences
Help your child imagine the edge of the universe and beyond in the planetarium, after carrying out experiments that bring science to life.
Thabor Botanic Gardens
Examine the bulb flowers, camellias, roses and dahlias along the circular paths in this delightful part of Rennes’ central park.
Things to do
From Medieval Gates to Art Deco Waves: Audio Tour of Rennes
Escape game outdoor The Walking Dead in Rennes
Rennes Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Best Intro to Rennes in 2 hours with a Local
Hello Rennes: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide
Top hotels in Rennes Centre
Mama Shelter Rennes
"The location is very good, with many restaurants nearby and a supermarket within about a 10-minute walk. The apartment is convenient for exploring the area. There are a few areas that could be improved. The shower drainage was quite slow, causing water to accumulate during use, and the shower pressure ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Balthazar Hotel & Spa Rennes - MGallery Collection
"Lovely hotel, they really looked after us and the Spa was amazing!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Le Saint-Antoine Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
"Very nice hotel with helpful staff. Very close to the train station and points of interest in Rennes. Unfortunately, in an area where nightlife goes on till the wee hours making it difficult to sleep."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Le Nemours Rennes
"We stayed in one of the apartments. Getting in and out of the apartment was not easy as the hallway was extremely narrow. Also, the hallway and stairwell smelled terrible like sewage. The apartment itself was nice. When we stayed it was very warm outside which was extremely hot inside especially ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Campanile Rennes Centre - Gare
"Thanks for being helpful when needed."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Kyriad Rennes Centre Gare
"We had a great stay! The staff were friendly and helpful. Bathroom was clean and bed was decently comfortable. The breakfast in the morning was the highlight of our day and worth every cent! We would highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Where to stay in Rennes Centre
Dinan - Saint-Malo
Dinan - Saint-Malo might not have many top sights, but Le Couvent des Jacobins and Place des Lices are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Saint-Hélier
You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Saint-Hélier. Visitors recommend a visit to Place de la Gare, and you can get around town on the metro at Gares Station.
Colombier - Champ de Mars
Colombier - Champ de Mars is a destination travellers like for its spas, and you might hop aboard the metro at Charles de Gaulle Metro Station or Colombier Station to explore sights like Musée de Bretagne.
Thabor - Saint-Hélier
Visitors to Thabor - Saint-Hélier like its bars and parks, and Thabor Botanic Gardens is a sight worth a stop.
Villejean
While you're strolling through Villejean, you may want to check out the restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Villejean-Universite Station or J.F. Kennedy Station.
