Besancon Old Town Travel Guide

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Besancon Old Town

Popular places to visit

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Besancon Citadel

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Besancon when you spend time at Besancon Citadel. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Besancon Citadel
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University of Franche-Comte

Explore the campus of University of Franche-Comte during your travels in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

University of Franche-Comte
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Besancon Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Besancon with a trip to Besancon Cathedral. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Besancon Cathedral
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Citadel of Besancon

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Besancon with a stop at Citadel of Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Citadel of Besancon
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Hotel de Ville

After visiting Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Hotel de Ville
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Musee des Beaux-Arts

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Musee des Beaux-Arts during your travels in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Musee des Beaux-Arts

Activities

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Besancon: Private Guided Walking Tour

NZ$505
Per adult
Besancon: Private Guided Walking Tour
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Besancon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

NZ$400
Per adult
Besancon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Our pick of the best Besancon Old Town Hotel Deals

Hôtel du Nord
Hôtel du Nord
2 out of 5
8, rue Moncey, Besancon
The price is NZ$124 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
NZ$124
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Besancon. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Time museum of Besançon and Fortifications ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
Overnight in Besancon
"Right in the middle of Besançon, amongst all the old buildings. All the staff were lovely & very helpful. Parking was a short walk away in a secure garage."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Hôtel du Nord
Hôtel de Paris
Hôtel de Paris
3 out of 5
33 Rue Des Granges, Adresse parking :16 rue de la République, Besancon
The price is NZ$170 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$170
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (389 reviews)
"The room was beautiful, parking was easy - I reserved ahead of time and the front desk was personable and welcoming."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Hôtel de Paris
Best Western Citadelle
Best Western Citadelle
3 out of 5
13 Rue General Lecourbe, Besancon, Doubs
The price is NZ$149 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
NZ$149
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Besancon Citadel and Horloge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (598 reviews)
Pleasant stay
"Great hotel. Would definitely come back for a stay during my next visit to Besancon."

Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2023

Best Western Citadelle
ibis Besancon Centre Ville
ibis Besancon Centre Ville
3 out of 5
21 Rue Gambetta, Besancon, Doubs
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$142 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
NZ$142
per night
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museum of Fine ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (300 reviews)
"Excellent and helpful staff, nice breakfast, and convenient to a variety of cafes and restaurants bb"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2023

ibis Besancon Centre Ville
Hotel Vauban
Hotel Vauban
9 quai Vauban, Besancon, Doubs
The price is NZ$177 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$177
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
"Excellent location, lovely staff, and very comfortable (firm) beds. Lots of great restaurants and shops around."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2024

Hotel Vauban
Nice T2 located in the heart of downtown Besançon
Nice T2 located in the heart of downtown Besançon
Besançon
The price is NZ$165 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$165
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this apartment in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology of Besancon and Hotel ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Appartement "bien" placé
"Nous avons passé un agréable séjour à Besançon, l'appartement est bien placé mais attention il y a des bars juste en dessous qui sont ouverts jusqu'à 2 heures du matin. L'appartement étant au premier étage il faut avoir conscience du fait que ce sera bruyant. À part ça l'appartement est ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2023

Nice T2 located in the heart of downtown Besançon
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Besancon Old Town Travel Guide

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