Cathédrale Travel Guide
Tours
Visit Cathédrale
Popular places to visit
Tours Fine Arts Museum
View an array of iconic paintings from the last 600 years set among antique furnishings in one of the most beautiful buildings in the Loire Valley.
Saint-Gatien Cathedral
See the tombs of the infants of French royalty after gazing up at the mesmerizing façade and the well preserved stained glass inside.
Place Plumereau
You can learn about the history of Tours with a trip to Place Plumereau. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Saint Martin Basilica
Find out about the history of this church, which was ransacked, burnt down and eventually demolished and then rebuilt in honor of a saint whose tomb lies beneath.
Vinci International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Vinci International Convention Centre during your trip to Tours. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Château de Tours
Find out about the history of Tours with a stop at Château de Tours. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Things to do
Chenonceau Castle Admission Ticket
Morning - Loire Valley Wine Tour & Food Pairing, Vouvray
Tour of a Vineyard, Winery & Cellar with Wine Tasting in Vouvray, Loire Valley
Afternoon Loire Valley Wine Tour from Tours or Amboise
Full Day Wine Tour in Vouvray and Chinon with LUNCH at the winery
From Tours : Full-Day Chambord & Chenonceau Chateaux
Top hotels in Cathédrale
Hôtel du Cygne (Tours)
"This hotel is in a charming old building in an excellent location. The staff is friendly and accommodating and the breakfast is excellent. You do have to be able to walk up the spiral staircase!"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hôtel Ronsard
"This little hotel is conveniently located in the center of Tours. There are many restaurants, shops, and of course, La Place Plumereau nearby the hotel. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is reasonably priced. I highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hôtel du Manoir
Westotel Tours Val de Loire
"Located next to Commercial Centre. Good for a stopover."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection
"Beautifully landscaped property in the quiet neighborhood"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre
"Stayed for two nights on the strength of previous Hampton Inn visits but very mediocre experience here. Breakfasts were very disappointing with cold eggs, no juice available the second morning, one of two coffee machines broken, then no forks available to many guests. The WiFi was very intermittent ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cathédrale
Old Town Tours
Old Town Tours is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Place Plumereau.
Tours City Centre
Tours City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Plumereau and Place de Châteauneuf.
La Fuye-Velpeau
While La Fuye-Velpeau isn't home to many top sights, Tours Fine Arts Museum and Château de Tours are some notable places to visit nearby.
Les Halles
When in Les Halles, you can plan a visit to Place Plumereau and Tours Fine Arts Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Beaujardin
While there might not be top attractions in Beaujardin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parc des Expositions de Tours and Stade de la Vallee du Cher.
Quartier Giraudeau
Though Quartier Giraudeau may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Botanical Garden and Place Plumereau.
