French Atlantic Coast Local Expert: Find Things To Do in French Atlantic Coast

Pont de Pierre which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Cathedrale St. Andre showing heritage architecture

Cote des Basques showing a house and rugged coastline

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Tour to the French Basque Country Biarritz Bayonne and San Juan de Luz

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Chateau du Taillan and Park including Wine Tasting Tour

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Professional - Bordeaux Wine and Cheese Tasting with a walking tour

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Concarneau: guided tour of the town centre, walled city, history & landscap...

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Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé

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What to do in French Atlantic Coast

Popular places to visit

Arcachon Bay

Europe’s largest sand dune, beaches and an island filled with birds await you at this beautiful bay on France’s southwest coast.

Cité du Vin

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cité du Vin during your travels in Bordeaux. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Bordeaux showing street scenes and a city

Rue Sainte-Catherine

If you love to shop, this French street has great appeal. People watch as you have a drink or meal. The street seems to have a life of its own.

Cote des Basques

Considered the birthplace of European surfing, this picturesque bay of golden sand is backed by rugged cliffs and lined with beachfront cafés.

Place de la Bourse

Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.

Place des Quinconces

The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.

Vieux Port

Explore the waterfront in La Rochelle with a trip to Vieux Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Minimes Beach

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

St-Martin Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Saint-Martin-de-Re with a trip to St-Martin Harbor. You'll find more to see and do in this trendy area.

Areas of French Atlantic Coast

Bordeaux City Centre

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Travellers choose Bordeaux City Centre for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Gambetta Tram Station or Grand Theatre Tram Station and check out top sights like Place Gambetta.

Biarritz City Centre

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

Biarritz City Centre is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Casino Barriere or Biarritz City Hall.

La Rochelle City Centre

4.5/5(59 area reviews)

La Rochelle City Centre is popular for its waterfront views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Vieux Port or La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.

Nantes which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Nantes Centre

4.5/5(59 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Nantes Centre for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Place du Commerce and Place Royale. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Commerce Tram Stop.

Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces

If you're spending time in Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces, check out sights like Grand Theatre of Bordeaux or Place de la Comédie and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Grand Theatre Tram Station or Gambetta Tram Station.

Quartier du Lac

4/5(23 area reviews)

Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Quartier du Lac. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Matmut Atlantique Stadium are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.