Excursion à la journée Chambord, Chenonceau et déjeuner dans un château privé
4.9460 avis9h 30m
dès 239 €
Voir les disponibilitésPetit budget · 7 Jours
497 €
Milieu de gamme · 7 Jours
1 176 €
Meilleurs mois
Juil, Août, Sept
Hôtel par nuit (milieu de gamme)
105 €
With 7 days in Tours, you'll have time to experience the city's highlights. This is a place where you can spend your morning marveling at the Gothic and Romanesque architecture of Tours Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Gatien), your afternoon sipping a crisp Vouvray in a sun-dappled square, and your evening indulging in a feast of local rillettes and goat cheese. Tours offers the quintessential French experience—sophisticated yet unpretentious, deeply historical yet vibrantly modern—all within a beautifully compact and walkable center that invites you to linger.
Parfait pour wine lovers
Parfait pour history buffs
Parfait pour families
Itinéraire Jour par Jour
Day 1: Arrival & First Impressions
Start your Tours adventure by getting your bearings and exploring the city's most iconic landmarks. Take time to soak in the atmosphere and discover why this destination captures the hearts of millions.
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Place Plumereau
Experience Place Plumereau, one of Tours's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into France's culture and heritage.
⏱️ 1.5-2 hours
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
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Tours Cathedral
Experience Tours Cathedral, one of Tours's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into France's culture and heritage.
⏱️ 1.5-2 hours
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Day 2: Local Life & Neighborhoods
Experience Tours like a local today. Wander through authentic neighborhoods, discover hidden cafes, and get a taste of everyday life in France.
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Château de Villandry
Experience Château de Villandry, one of Tours's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into France's culture and heritage.
⏱️ 1.5-2 hours
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
2
Château de Chenonceau
Experience Château de Chenonceau, one of Tours's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into France's culture and heritage.
⏱️ 1.5-2 hours
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Day 3: Art, History & Discovery
Uncover layers of history that shaped Tours. From ancient remains to modern marvels, today reveals the stories behind the city's evolution.
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Old Town
Experience Old Town, one of Tours's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into France's culture and heritage.
⏱️ 1.5-2 hours
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
2
Wine Tasting
Experience Wine Tasting, one of Tours's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into France's culture and heritage.
⏱️ 1.5-2 hours
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Day 4: Explore Vieux Tours (Old Town)
Trade the big landmarks for a neighborhood day in Vieux Tours (Old Town), one of the best areas to see everyday life in Tours.
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Vieux Tours (Old Town)
The historic and picturesque core of Tours, centered around the iconic Place Plumereau (known locally as 'Place Plum'). This area is a maze of cobblestone streets lined with perfectly preserved half-timbered medieval and Renaissance houses, now housing bustling cafés, crêperies, and boutique shops. The vibe is lively day and night, especially on the terraces of 'Place Plum'.
⏱️ Half day
💡 Tip: Don't miss: Place Plumereau, Rue du Grand Marché, Musée du Compagnonnage.
2
Musée du Compagnonnage
A unique museum dedicated to the French 'Compagnonnage' tradition, a historic guild system for skilled craftsmen and artisans.
⏱️ 1-2 hours
💡 Tip: It houses an astonishing collection of intricate 'masterpieces' crafted by journeymen in wood, metal, stone, and leather—breathtaking works of art that are rarely seen by tourists.
Day 5: Day Trip to Amboise
Leave Tours behind for a day and head to Amboise (25 min by train).
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Amboise
A charming royal town dominated by its cliff-top château, which was a favorite residence of French kings. It's also the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, who spent his last years here at the invitation of King Francis I.
⏱️ Full day
💡 Tip: Highlights: Château Royal d'Amboise and its panoramic terrace, Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last home and park with working models of his inventions, The medieval town center with half-timbered houses, Views of the Loire from the town's bridges.
Day 6: Explore Cathédrale / Rue Nationale
Trade the big landmarks for a neighborhood day in Cathédrale / Rue Nationale, one of the best areas to see everyday life in Tours.
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Cathédrale / Rue Nationale
A more formal and grand district anchored by the magnificent Tours Cathedral (Saint-Gatien) and the main shopping artery, Rue Nationale. This area blends impressive religious architecture with Haussmann-style buildings, upscale shops, and important cultural institutions. The vibe is elegant and bustling with shoppers and tourists.
⏱️ Half day
💡 Tip: Don't miss: Cathédrale Saint-Gatien et son cloître, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours (in the former Archbishop's Palace), Rue Nationale.
2
Les Caves de la Loire (Monoprix Cellars)
Beneath the Monoprix supermarket on Rue Nationale lies a vast, atmospheric network of medieval and Renaissance stone cellars.
⏱️ 1-2 hours
💡 Tip: These historic tufa stone caves now host occasional art exhibitions and events. It's a fascinating, cool escape that reveals the city's subterranean history.
Day 7: Les Halles / Gambetta & Hidden Gems
Spend your last day away from the main sights: slow down in Les Halles / Gambetta and seek out a few places most visitors to Tours never find.
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Les Halles / Gambetta
The gastronomic and market heart of the city, revolving around the magnificent 19th-century iron-and-glass Les Halles de Tours market. The surrounding streets are packed with specialty food shops, fromageries, wine merchants, and excellent bistros. The vibe is authentic, gourmet, and energetic, especially in the morning when the market is at its peak.
⏱️ Half day
💡 Tip: Don't miss: Les Halles de Tours market, Rue du Commerce, Place de la Résistance.
2
Jardin des Prébendes d'Oé
A lesser-known but beautiful 19th-century English-style garden, a short walk from the more famous Jardin Botanique.
⏱️ 1-2 hours
💡 Tip: It's quieter, with romantic winding paths, a duck pond, exotic trees, and a charming bandstand—perfect for a peaceful stroll away from any crowds.
3
Île Aucard
A small, tranquil island in the Loire River, accessible by footbridge from the Quai d'Orléans, near the Pont de Pierre.
⏱️ 1-2 hours
💡 Tip: It offers unique, postcard-perfect views back towards the cathedral and old town, and is a favorite local spot for a picnic, jog, or quiet moment by the water.
Les meilleures visites et activités à Tours
Les visites et billets les plus réservés par les voyageurs, avec les notes et avis Viator.
Balade en montgolfière sur la vallée de la Loire, Amboise ou Chenonceau
4.7295 avis3h
dès 255 €
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« AMBACIA CELLARS », visite et dégustation de vins à Amboise, dans le Val de Loire
4.7273 avis1h 30m
dès 32 €
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Matinée - Visite œnologique dans la vallée de la Loire et dégustation, Vouvray
5.0187 avis3h 30m
dès 125 €
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Pourquoi Visiter Tours
Unparalleled access to the Loire Valley châteaux: Tours is the perfect base to explore architectural masterpieces like the iconic Château de Chenonceau spanning the Cher River, the magnificent gardens of Château de Villandry, and the royal Château de Chambord, all within an hour's drive.
A living Renaissance city: The historic center, with its perfectly preserved half-timbered houses around Place Plumereau and the stunning Saint-Gatien Cathedral, offers an immersive journey into 15th and 16th-century France without the overwhelming crowds of larger cities.
A world-class wine region at your doorstep: The city is the capital of the Touraine wine region, famous for its elegant, flinty Vouvray (Chenin Blanc) and fruity Chinon (Cabernet Franc). Numerous cellars and wine bars in town offer tastings and direct purchases from local vignerons.
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Combien coûtent 7 jours à Tours ?
Prévoyez environ 497 € avec un petit budget, 1 176 € en milieu de gamme ou 2 170 € pour un voyage confortable, par personne et hors trajet jusqu'à Tours.
| Petit budget | Milieu de gamme | Confort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hébergement (par nuit) | 45 € | 105 € | 180 € |
| Repas et boissons (par jour) | 18 € | 38 € | 75 € |
| Visites et activités (par jour) | 8 € | 25 € | 55 € |
| Total par jour | 71 € | 168 € | 310 € |
| Total pour 7 jours | 497 € | 1 176 € | 2 170 € |
Les estimations n'incluent pas les vols ni les transports longue distance. Comparer les coûts quotidiens entre villes
Où dormir à Tours
Des hôtels proches du centre de Tours, du petit budget au luxe. Les prix sont des tarifs par nuit habituels lors de notre dernière vérification.
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Conseils de Voyage
- 1Book accommodation in the city center for easy access to attractions. Tours is best explored by combining walking with public transport.
- 2The best time to visit Tours is April to October. Shoulder seasons offer fewer crowds and pleasant weather.
- 3The local currency is Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted.
- 4A few words in French go a long way with locals. Even "please" and "thank you" will earn smiles.
- 5Download offline maps and translation apps before your trip. WiFi can be spotty in historic areas.
- 6With 7 days, consider a day trip outside Tours to experience more of France.
Cuisine Incontournable à Tours
Rillettes de Tours (shredded pork confit)
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine (ash-coated goat cheese log)
Fouées (small, hollow breads stuffed with rillettes or goat cheese)
Sandre au beurre blanc (pike-perch in white butter sauce)
💡 Don't just look up at the half-timbered houses on Place Plumereau—look down. The square's pavement features a beautiful compass rose mosaic (La Rose des Vents) that's easy to miss.
Quartiers à Explorer à Tours
Prébendes / Jardin Botanique
A green and tranquil residential district south of the center, offering a peaceful escape.
Idées d'Excursions d'une Journée
Avec 7 jours à Tours, vous avez le temps pour une excursion mémorable. Voici quelques belles options à proximité :
Château de Chenonceau
35 min by train or car
The most iconic and visited château of the Loire Valley, famously spanning the Cher River.
Château de Villandry
25 min by car
World-renowned not for its architecture, but for its spectacular, meticulously maintained Renaissance gardens.
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