Lille Old Town (Vieux Lille)
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Lille Old Town (Vieux Lille)
Lille Old Town (Vieux Lille)

Lille Old Town (Vieux Lille)

Free admission
Lille

The Basics

The atmospheric Old Town (Vieux-Lille) is rich in 16th- and 17th-century architecture. Walk its cobblestoned streets and see Flemish-influenced, red-brick buildings as you wander. There's no shortage of things to do in the neighborhood that's home to top attractions such as Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral, Hospice Comtesse Museum, the Birthplace of Charles de Gaulle, Grand Place, and Vieille Bourse (Old Stock Exchange). For ease, discover history-saturated Vieux-Lille on a walking, biking, or driving tour.

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Unique Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV - 1h00
Unique Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV - 1h00
$49.89 per adult
Traveler Favorite
Amazing tour!
Lovely experience, highly recommend only in the warmer weather though it was a great way to see all of Lille. 😊
Rita_Z, Nov 2022

Recent reviews from experiences in Lille

star-5
Great tour
Angela_H, Jul 2022
Unique Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV - 1h00
Great introduction to the city. Our driver showed us the main sites, which we visited on foot later. The car is small enough to go through the narrower streets. Interesting facts about the city. So much better than reading a guidebook.
star-4
2cv fun
Lars_T, Apr 2022
Unique Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV - 1h00
Good tour guide, fun experience with 2 CV. Lots of detailed information about the city. Very enjoyable.
star-5
Amazing
Aytem_E, Dec 2021
30-Minutes Private Guided Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV
It was amazing, our guide did it with full a passion and knowledge. Being in the 2CV was more than nostalgic. Look forward to next time.
star-5
Great Experience to feel the city
Shirin_N, Apr 2022
Unique Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV - 1h00
Me and my husband took the tour. Or tour guide was a very kind history student who knew a lot about the city and explained us the history behind different monuments and parts of the city. Touring the city with 2CV was also very exciting and unique.
star-5
Awesome 4some with Charles & Marie
NiniG, Mar 2022
Unique Tour of Lille by Convertible 2CV - 1h00
Great overview of Lille. Our guides, Charles & Marie were very knowledgeable. Both were also very courteous & genuinely loved to share Lille’s stories. Our tour was a bit delayed because the second car arrived late & was out of gas. But Charles patiently entertained our group with a little bit history while waiting. Thank you, Charles!
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Things to Know Before You Go

  • Located just adjacent to the neighborhood, the star-shaped Citadelle de Lille, a hilltop fortification, is a highlight, and is home to a zoo and walking trails.

  • Vieux-Lille was once surrounded by fortification walls; venture to the Porte de Gand—a listed Historic Monument—to see one of the area’s centuries-old entryways.

  • To admire some of Vieux-Lille’s oldest buildings, head to the neighborhood’s Place aux Oignons (Onions Square) and the surrounding streets.

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How to Get There

Located just a quick stroll from Lille’s two major train stations—the Gare de Lille Flandres and Gare de Lille Europe—Vieux-Lille is an easy-to-access neighborhood. It is also served by the Lille Metro, as well as numerous bus lines, including the dedicated Vieux-Lille Shuttle.

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When to Get There

There’s never a bad time to visit Vieux-Lille. By day, its historic architecture is picture-perfect and its monuments are ready to explore, while its bars and restaurants come alive after dark.

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The Marché du Concert

Want to mingle with locals and see how the Lillois live (and dine)? Venture to the Place du Concert from from early morning to early afternoon on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays to browse its lively, gourmet food market.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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