Old Lille Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lille Cathedral
Lille Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.
Lille Grand Palais
Learn about the events happening in Lille Grand Palais during your trip to Lille. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Lille Grand Square
You can learn about the history of Lille when you stop by Lille Grand Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Euralille
During your visit to Lille, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Euralille. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Rihour Square
You can learn about the history of Lille with a visit to Rihour Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Citadel of Lille
Learn about the local history of Lille with a stop at Citadel of Lille. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass & 24-Hour Transportation
Lille Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Immersive walk Lille like you never heard it
Top hotels in Old Lille
Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection
"Amazing location, friendly staff and lovely clean rooms. Would highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille
"Clean and functional but rooms were small and very noisy from people passing outside the hotel until around 2.30am and coming into rooms drunk late at night. No facilities in the room - no kettle or hairdryer and only had a plug socket on one side of the bed. The rooms were clean and beds were firm ..."
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Lille Europe
"OK"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe
"Great place for a few days in Lille - central location; close to the railway stations + subways, quiet at night even though in the town centre and had comfortable amenities. Only minus point was that the washroom could have been cleaner. Overall, nice experience and will recommend for a short ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
OKKO Hotels Lille Centre
"Loved the Club. Like an airport lounge … available all day. Lovely food and great place for tea and coffee. Breakfast was also excellent. Service was top-notch and all staff were very helpful. Location was perfect for us … everything we wanted was in walking distance. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Lille
"I had a wonderful stay at the Residence Inn by Marriott Lille. The hotel's location is outstanding, just a short walk from the train stations, shopping center, restaurants, and the beautiful old town, making it perfect for exploring Lille."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Lille
Lille Centre Ville
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Lille Centre Ville. Make a stop by Beffroi or Le Palais des Beaux Arts de Lille while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mairie de Lille Station or Rihour Station to get around town.
Le Marais
While Le Marais isn't home to many top sights, Citadel of Lille and Cita-Parc are some notable places to visit nearby.
Historic Center
Consider a visit to Rihour Square and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rihour Station or Republique Beaux Arts Station.
Résidence
When in Résidence, you can plan a visit to Auchan Villeneuve d'Ascq V2 and Lille Metropole Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lomme
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Lomme. Top attractions like Planet Bowling and Tao et Lina are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bourg Station or Maison des Enfants Station to see more of the city.
