La Madeleine Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit La Madeleine
Popular places to visit
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.
Rennes Cathedral
Peruse the intriguing pictorial art and see rare marble from the Roman Forum in this Roman Catholic cathedral encompassing many styles.
Thabor Botanic Gardens
Examine the bulb flowers, camellias, roses and dahlias along the circular paths in this delightful part of Rennes’ central park.
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.
Activities
Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Rennes
Escape game outdoor The Walking Dead in Rennes
Rennes: Magic Team Escape Game in the City
Our pick of the best La Madeleine Hotel Deals
Mama Shelter Rennes
Clean and modern room, liked the funky and tasteful decoration. Welcoming and understanding stuff.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Le Saint-Antoine Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
Very quiet room and the staff was kind and discreet
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Brit Hotel Ker Lann Aeroport - Parc Expo
Appart Hotel Odalys City Rennes Lorgeril
The spotless and the staff wonderfull will definitely go again
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Isidore
Campanile Rennes Centre - Gare
Oui le personnel est très courtois et très professionnel.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Madeleine
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.
Cleunay
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Cleunay, and hop on the metro at Cleunay Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
La Courrouze
Travellers enjoy La Courrouze for its restaurants, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Saint-Jacques - Gaîté Station.
Sud-Gare
While you're strolling through Sud-Gare, you may want to check out the restaurants and historical sites. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Clemenceau Station or Jacques Cartier Station.
Bréquigny
Bréquigny is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Musée de Bretagne and Place de la Gare while you're in town.
