Grenoble City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Grenoble City Centre
Popular places to visit
Grenoble-Bastille Cable Car
One of Grenoble’s most popular tourist attractions, this unique ride takes visitors high over the city to a dramatic hilltop overlooking the scenery below.
Fort de la Bastille
Towering over Grenoble, this ancient hilltop site is one of the city’s most important and prominent landmarks.
Jardin de Ville
An oasis of peaceful greenery in the center of the city, this public garden is the site of one of Grenoble’s biggest festivals every summer.
Museum of Grenoble
See one of France’s most prestigious art museums, with an outstanding collection that holds works by Matisse, Chagall, Picasso and other masters.
Place Notre Dame
Go for a stroll or relax at an outdoor café in this busy square, home to several of Grenoble’s most important historic sites.
Museum of Resistance and Deportation
This museum explores the poignant story of deportation of “undesirables” during World War II and the role of Grenoble and the Isère region in France’s Resistance movement.
Activities
Canyoning Ecouges lower part - Vercors/Grenoble
Infernet sport canyoning in Chartreuse - Grenoble
Canyoning sports day in the Furon en Vercors - Grenoble
Our pick of the best Grenoble City Centre Hotel Deals
Residhotel Grenette
Le Grand Hôtel Grenoble, BW Premier Collection by Best Western
"All good."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
OKKO Hotels Grenoble Centre
"Great hotel."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
RockyPop Grenoble Hotel
Hôtel d'Angleterre Grenoble Hyper-Centre
"Perfect location from where explore and enjoy the city. Don’t use the hotel parking though: it is well minded but ultimately a hassle."
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Ibis Grenoble Centre Bastille
"The hotel is close to a tram stop, which is very convenient. The property looks newer. Everything was clean. Our stay was for 3 people and the room was large for our needs. The breakfast was extensive."
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Grenoble City Centre
- Quartier Hyper-Centre
- Secteur 1
- Grenoble Old Town
- Quartier Chorier-Berriat
- Quartier Exposition-Bajatière
Quartier Hyper-Centre
While you're in Quartier Hyper-Centre, take in top sights like Grenoble-Bastille Cable Car or Grenoble Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hubert Dubedout-Maison du Tourisme Tram Stop or Victor Hugo Tram Stop.
Secteur 1
Secteur 1 is a destination travellers like for its mountain views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cite Internationale Tram Stop or Palais de Justice Tram Stop to explore sights like WTC Grenoble.
Grenoble Old Town
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Grenoble Old Town. Top attractions like Place Notre Dame and Museum of Grenoble are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sainte-Claire Les Halles Tram Stop or Hubert Dubedout-Maison du Tourisme Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Quartier Chorier-Berriat
When in Quartier Chorier-Berriat and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like WTC Grenoble or La Caserne de Bonne and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint-Bruno Tram Stop or Berriat-Le Magasin Tram Stop.
Quartier Exposition-Bajatière
While you're in Quartier Exposition-Bajatière, take in top sights like Paul Mistral Park or Alps Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Albert 1er de Belgique Tram Stop or Mounier Tram Stop.
