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Top things to do in Nantes

18 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

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Museum d'Histoire Naturelle de Nantes

366 reviews

Discover natural history exhibits, from dinosaurs to local wildlife, at the Museum d'Histoire Naturelle de Nantes in France.

Mojito Royal

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What is the most visited attraction in Nantes?

Museum d'Histoire Naturelle de Nantes draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Nantes, with 366 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Nantes do visitors rate highest?

Mojito Royal holds the highest rating in Nantes among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 84 reviews. It is less busy than Museum d'Histoire Naturelle de Nantes, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Mojito Royal

84 reviews

A cozy cocktail bar in central Nantes known for its inventive mojito variations and lively atmosphere.

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Statue General Cambronne

54 reviews

A bronze statue of General Pierre Cambronne in Nantes, commemorating the Napoleonic Wars commander and his legendary defiance at Waterloo.

Château des Ducs de Bretagne
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Château des Ducs de Bretagne

A 15th-century fortified castle that once housed the Dukes of Brittany, now home to the Nantes History Museum.

Jules Verne Museum
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Jules Verne Museum

A museum in Nantes dedicated to the life and works of science fiction writer Jules Verne, who was born here.

Le Lieu Unique
Entertainment

Le Lieu Unique

A former biscuit factory turned into a vibrant cultural hub with contemporary art, performances, and a quirky bar.

Jardin des Plantes
Park & nature

Jardin des Plantes

One of France's largest botanical gardens, featuring diverse plant collections, greenhouses, and a picturesque orangerie.

Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery
Landmark

Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery

A powerful underground memorial in Nantes dedicated to the abolition of slavery, the largest such site in the world.

Place Royale
Landmark

Place Royale

An elegant 18th-century square with a grand fountain celebrating Nantes' river and maritime history.

Museum
Museum

Musée d'Arts de Nantes

A major art museum in Nantes showcasing over 12,000 works from the 13th century to the present, housed in a striking modern building.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Les Machines de l'île

An artistic project featuring giant mechanical animals, including a 12-meter-tall Grand Elephant that you can ride.

Muséum d'histoire naturelle
Museum

Muséum d'histoire naturelle

A classic natural history museum with diverse collections including zoology, earth sciences, and a vivarium.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Parc de Procé

A large, scenic park in Nantes with a manor house, ponds, and diverse plant collections, perfect for relaxation and nature walks.

Passage Pommeraye
Landmark

Passage Pommeraye

A stunning 19th-century covered shopping arcade in Nantes, renowned for its neoclassical architecture and intricate sculptures across three levels.

Île de Versailles
Park & nature

Île de Versailles

A tranquil Japanese-inspired garden on a small island in the Erdre River, offering a peaceful escape in the heart of Nantes.

Religious site
Religious site

Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Nantes

A majestic Gothic cathedral in Nantes, known for its stunning white stone facade and as the final resting place of Francis II, Duke of Brittany.

Tour Bretagne
Landmark

Tour Bretagne

A 37-story skyscraper in downtown Nantes that previously offered panoramic views of the city.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood

Bouffay District

The medieval heart of Nantes, with narrow pedestrian streets, half-timbered houses, and a lively bar and restaurant scene.