Rennes Centre Travel Guide
Rennes
Visit Rennes Centre
Popular places to visit
Rennes Cathedral
Peruse the intriguing pictorial art and see rare marble from the Roman Forum in this Roman Catholic cathedral encompassing many styles.
Place des Lices
Watch the artists, florists and food sellers in this busy square that has been hosting market sellers since the late 15th century.
Parliament of Brittany
Inspect the marvelous array of 17th-century art displayed in this historic legislative building.
Musée de Bretagne
Discover the true facts behind an extraordinary treason case and browse fascinating items spanning centuries to learn about Brittany’s past.
Espace des Sciences
Help your child imagine the edge of the universe and beyond in the planetarium, after carrying out experiments that bring science to life.
Thabor Botanic Gardens
Examine the bulb flowers, camellias, roses and dahlias along the circular paths in this delightful part of Rennes’ central park.
Things to do
From Medieval Gates to Art Deco Waves: Audio Tour of Rennes
Escape game outdoor The Walking Dead in Rennes
Outdoor escape game By order of the Peaky Renners
Explore Rennes in 60 minutes with a Local
Rennes Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Top hotels in Rennes Centre
Mama Shelter Rennes
Very nice team and high ceiling in the room is impressive :)
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Le Saint-Antoine Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
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Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Campanile Rennes Centre - Gare
Bästa frukosten vi fått i Frankrike
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Balthazar Hotel & Spa Rennes - MGallery Collection
Staff were all very friendly and clearly very well trained
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Kyriad Rennes Centre Gare
Friendly staff, clean yet basic room. Breakfast room very small.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Le Nemours Rennes
The hotel needs renovation and updating especially on the 4th floor. The staff was very helpful and professional.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rennes Centre
Dinan - Saint-Malo
Dinan - Saint-Malo might not have many top sights, but Le Couvent des Jacobins and Place des Lices are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Colombier - Champ de Mars
Colombier - Champ de Mars is a destination travellers like for its spas, and you might hop aboard the metro at Charles de Gaulle Metro Station or Colombier Station to explore sights like Musée de Bretagne.
Bourg-l'Évêque
While Bourg-l'Évêque may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Place des Lices and Le Couvent des Jacobins.
Saint-Hélier
You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Saint-Hélier. Visitors recommend a visit to Place de la Gare, and you can get around town on the metro at Gares Station.
La Touche
Even though there aren't top sights in La Touche, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Place des Lices. Jump on the metro at Anatole France Metro Station to see more of the city.
Arsenal-Redon
Even though there aren't top sights in Arsenal-Redon, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Place des Lices. Jump on the metro at Mabilais Station to see more of the city.
