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 Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
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.
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.
Rohan Palace
Examine historical artifacts and artworks in the museums of this 18th-century palace, which once hosted Louis XV and Marie Antoinette.
Port of Strasbourg
Explore the waterfront in Neudorf - Port du Rhin with a trip to Port of Strasbourg. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Secrets Tour - Explore Strasbourg & Miss Nothing
Alsace Full-Day Wine Tour From Strasbourg
Strasbourg Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
TOP Strasbourg : Private guided tour with your mobile
Strasbourg Audioguided walking tour 2h40 and 32 reviews
Top hotels in Vauban
ibis Strasbourg Sud La Vigie
"Very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
"Well located with helpful staff."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
"Clean room, staff friendly. air conditioning didn’t work much, minimum it hot was 24C… Good breakfast, but for being France i expected more. Where are the fromage options? They don’t mention within the Expedia app that the pool is closed for kids at 5pm."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Hannong
"The hotel is in a great location. Just a 5 minute walk to Petite France and 10 minutes from the train station. The staff was excellent and made many great recommendations. The breakfast was delicious with a great variety of selections."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hôtel Les Haras By Stay Collection
"Wonderful place to stay. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
"Close to train station and nice walk to old town. No ice machine or refrigerator. Low level alarm buzzard sound ringing every 10 minutes at night from around 10:30pm onward. Don’t know the reason for it, may be mechanical, a low level sound. Annoying to have to listen to it. Make it hard to fall ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
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 Strasbourg Zoological Museum and Botanical Gardens.
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 Meinau Stadium 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. Alsatian Museum 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.
Port du Rhin
While you're in Port du Rhin, take in top sights like Europe Bridge or Rhine, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Port du Rhin Tram Station or Starcoop Tram Station.
