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 Strasbourg, 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
Strasbourg Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg between History and Curiosities
Immersive guided tour of Strasbourg in the 15th century
Discover Marvelous Strasbourg with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Strasbourg Historic Center Walking Tour With A Guide
Strasbourg Historic Two-Hour Walking Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Vauban
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
Rooms were spatious
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
Nice hotel but we were disappointed that that the pool costs extra 15 euros per person and no kids allowed after 5 pm, as we specifically looked for a hotel with pool access for kids.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Hotel Hannong
Great book in. Well located hotel. Great room
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Origami
We stayed 6 years ago here at the hotel and loved everything about it. From the staff to the room, cleanliness and how convenient it is to get to the city center. So this time in 2025, we were coming to Strasbourg and we booked immediately with Origami again! We were so pleasantly surprised! The ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel Victoria
The staff are amazing, breakfast amazing,room very clean
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Ile
The staff was outstanding! The pillows were the best! The room was a bit of a walk to get to but we got used to it
Reviewed on 6 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 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.
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.
