What to see and do in Nantes as a family
Visiting Nantes as a family is child's play: the City of the Dukes is packed with activities for all ages!
Built in the 15th century in the heart of the city of Nantes, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne is a must-see site that lends itself perfectly to a family visit. What child isn't fascinated by a castle with impressive turrets? What's more, the courtyard, moat gardens and ramparts are open to the public free of charge!
The Château des Ducs de Bretagne is also home to the Nantes History Museum. Guided tours and workshops are available for families (programme available on the website). A special family kit is also available from the museum reception desk.
With its 7 hectares of greenery in the heart of Nantes, the Jardin des Plantes is the perfect place for a family nature break. There are two play areas for children under 6 and over 6: a swing, a wooden hut, an emotions panel, a seal game and a gravel pit...
On the Île de Nantes, just twenty minutes from the city centre, you'll find a fantastic, poetic world populated by huge mechanical animals. Special mention should be made of the Grand Éléphant, which you can climb on for a 30-minute ride around the Île de Nantes. Younger visitors will also enjoy a ride on the Carrousel des Mondes Marins, on the banks of the Loire.
For your family holiday in Nantes, choose the Novella Centre Gare hotel! It's ideally located less than five minutes' walk from the Château des Ducs de Bretagne and the Jardin des Plantes. There are also two tram stops nearby (lines 1 and 4).
The advantage: you won't need your car!
The family rooms in our two-star hotel in the centre of Nantes can accommodate up to 4 people (2 adults and 2 children), plus a baby in a cot (no supplement). Discover also our copious breakfast which can be served in your room for more privacy.
Don't hesitate any longer and book our Novella Centre Gare hotel for your next family holiday in Nantes!
Visiting Nantes as a family without a car
The Château des Ducs de Bretagne
Built in the 15th century in the heart of the city of Nantes, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne is a must-see site that lends itself perfectly to a family visit. What child isn't fascinated by a castle with impressive turrets? What's more, the courtyard, moat gardens and ramparts are open to the public free of charge!
The Château des Ducs de Bretagne is also home to the Nantes History Museum. Guided tours and workshops are available for families (programme available on the website). A special family kit is also available from the museum reception desk.
The Jardin des Plantes
With its 7 hectares of greenery in the heart of Nantes, the Jardin des Plantes is the perfect place for a family nature break. There are two play areas for children under 6 and over 6: a swing, a wooden hut, an emotions panel, a seal game and a gravel pit...
The Machines de l'Île
On the Île de Nantes, just twenty minutes from the city centre, you'll find a fantastic, poetic world populated by huge mechanical animals. Special mention should be made of the Grand Éléphant, which you can climb on for a 30-minute ride around the Île de Nantes. Younger visitors will also enjoy a ride on the Carrousel des Mondes Marins, on the banks of the Loire.
Your hotel in Nantes city centre
For your family holiday in Nantes, choose the Novella Centre Gare hotel! It's ideally located less than five minutes' walk from the Château des Ducs de Bretagne and the Jardin des Plantes. There are also two tram stops nearby (lines 1 and 4).
The advantage: you won't need your car!
The family rooms in our two-star hotel in the centre of Nantes can accommodate up to 4 people (2 adults and 2 children), plus a baby in a cot (no supplement). Discover also our copious breakfast which can be served in your room for more privacy.
Don't hesitate any longer and book our Novella Centre Gare hotel for your next family holiday in Nantes!
