Vauban Travel Guide
Strasbourg
Popular places to visit
Train Station Square
Enjoy views of the impressive futuristic train station from this green, pedestrianized plaza at Strasbourg’s core.
Strasbourg Christmas Market
During your visit to Carre d'Or, you can do some window-shopping at Strasbourg Christmas Market. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
European Parliament
After visiting European Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Strasbourg. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Place Kléber
You can learn about the history of Carre d'Or with a visit to Place Kléber. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.
Parc de l'Orangerie
Amble along the lakeside and paddle a row boat across the water in these historic grounds that date back to the 17th century.
Things to do
Self-guided scavenger hunt and city game in Strasbourg
Strasbourg: Guided Historical Neighborhoods Walking Tour
Discover Marvelous Strasbourg with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Strasbourg Historic Center Walking Tour With A Guide
Strasbourg: Bike Tour with a Guide bikes included
Top hotels in Vauban
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
Good room, great massage
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hotel Origami
Staff was amazing since our arrival, rooms were clean and comfortable. Close to everything. The tram takes you to the Downtown area and to the Train station. The breakfast buffet is a must.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Hannong
Excellent checkin experience, friendly and helpful. They provided three good restaurant recommendations. The room was clean, plenty of room and quiet. Close by everything in the old city.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
7Hotel&Spa
Great hotel to visit the various campus locations- super close and everything you need
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Arok
Lovely helpful staff and very comfortable bedding. It would be nice if they included shampoo and conditioner but overall we loved out stay!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
Very clean, staff were excellent and very friendly. Hotel is in a perfect location and close to train station.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vauban
Orangerie
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Orangerie. Palace of Europe and Botanical Gardens are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Universite Tram Station or Gallia Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Forêt Noire
While visiting Forêt Noire, you might make a stop by sights like Botanical Gardens and Strasbourg Observatory.
Esplanade
Appreciated for its cafes and parks, you might consider exploring Esplanade. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Vauban Stadium, and jump on the metro at Esplanade Tram Station or Observatoire Tram Station to get around the city.
Neudorf Est
When in Neudorf Est and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Rivetoile Shopping Centre or Music and Dance Village and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aristide Briand Tram Station or Jean Jaures Tram Station.
Krutenau
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Krutenau. Austerlitz Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porte de l'Hopital Tram Station or Etoile Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
European Quarter
You might enjoy the restaurants while in European Quarter. European Parliament is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Parlement Europeen Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.
