Dijon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Dijon which includes street scenes and heritage elements as well as a small group of people
See churches, palaces and remnants from the Roman Empire in the birthplace of a world-famous mustard.

Dijon is a city in eastern France, most famous worldwide from Dijon mustard. As a former Roman settlement, the region contains preserved ruins from the empire. In the Middle Ages, the city became a hub of culture and art. Enjoy varied and intriguing architecture built by several ruling dynasties over the centuries.

Local chef Jean Naigeon created Dijon mustard in 1856 by replacing vinegar, typically used in other mustards, with verjuice, an acidic juice from unripe grapes.

See the Church of Notre Dame, perhaps the most recognizable icon in the Dijon skyline. The 13th-century church’s gothic design features towering spires, intricate windows and arches. Marvel at 51 grotesque gargoyles, some functioning as water fountains. Make a wish at the Owl of Notre Dame. It is sculpted into a wall, but has lost its shape over time from the tradition of stroking it with your left hand while wishing.

Visit the Dijon Cathedral, dating back to 1016, to inspect its gothic architecture and castle-like design. Enjoy the calm atmosphere inside the majestic structure. An impressive organ instrument is mounted above the entrance and stained-glass windows fill the walls. Explore the Romanesque Crypt and its sculptures from a millennium ago.

Stroll around Liberation Square in the middle of the city’s historic center. Shaped as a semi-circle, it contains a statue of Louis XIV on horseback. Enjoy the oasis of calm and splendor in the city center which dates back to 1686.

The plaza contains the Palace of the Dukes, a 14th-century structure of gothic design. It is now used as the City Hall of Dijon. Take a guided tour in English of the palace. Climb the Philippe le Bon Tower for an unobstructed view of the city, the Saone River and the surrounding vineyards.

Attend the Gastronomic Fair, which takes place in autumn every year. Dijon is a popular attraction on the route from Paris to Lyon, two of the largest cities in France.

Where to stay in Dijon

Church of Notre Dame featuring a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Dijon Centre Ville

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Unique features of Dijon Centre Ville include the gardens and historical sites. Make a stop by Liberation Square or Museum of Fine Arts while you're exploring the area.

Dijon Centre Ville
Dijon showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city

Old Town Dijon

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Old Town Dijon. You might want to make time for a stop at Church of Notre Dame or Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy.

Old Town Dijon
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Faubourg North

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Faubourg North, you might make a stop by sights like Dijon Congrexpo and Darcy Square.

Faubourg North
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Faubourg Sud

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Faubourg Sud, Hôtels Particuliers and Parks & Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Faubourg Sud
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Centre Sud

While visiting Centre Sud, you might make a stop by sights like Liberation Square and Museum of Fine Arts.

Centre Sud

Faubourg-Raines

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Faubourg-Raines, Port du Canal Park and Arquebuse Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Faubourg-Raines
Hôtel des Ducs
Hôtel des Ducs
3 out of 5
5 Rue Lamonnoye, Dijon, Cote-d'Or
The price is ₹7,088 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹7,088
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
"Hotel was amazing."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Hôtel des Ducs
Holiday Inn Dijon, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Dijon, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Place Marie de Bourgogne, Parc de La Toison D'or, Dijon, Cote-d'Or
The price is ₹9,098 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
₹9,098
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dijon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (961 reviews)
"Great stop through hotel on drive down through France."

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2024

Holiday Inn Dijon, an IHG Hotel
Mama Shelter Dijon
Mama Shelter Dijon
4 out of 5
8 rue du Docteur Maret, Dijon
The price is ₹8,704 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹8,704
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dijon. Enjoy breakfast, on-site parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dijon Cathedral and Musée Archéologique are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Cool vibe and comfortable"

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2024

Mama Shelter Dijon
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Access Dijon République
Aparthotel Adagio Access Dijon République
3 out of 5
33 Rue De Mulhouse, Dijon, Cote-d'Or
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Dijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Popular attractions Dijon Congrexpo and Maison des Cariatides are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (414 reviews)
Basic but nice
"Basic hotel on edge of old part of Dijon. Very nice people at front desk."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2023

Aparthotel Adagio Access Dijon République
Odalys City Dijon Les Cordeliers
Odalys City Dijon Les Cordeliers
4 out of 5
3 et 5 rue Turgot, Dijon, Cote-d'Or
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a steam room. Our guests praise the breakfast in their reviews. Popular attractions Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (775 reviews)
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2024

Odalys City Dijon Les Cordeliers
Adonis Dijon Maison Internationale
Adonis Dijon Maison Internationale
7, Avenue Alain Savary, Dijon
Stay at this aparthotel in Dijon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Gaston Gerard Stadium and Quétigny Golf are located nearby. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
"Nice stopover for a long journey. Parking wasn't very easy, we weren't sure where we were or weren't permitted to park on the University campus. I thought the towels were a bit hard, and it would have been nice to have had some instant coffee, teabags and cartons of milk as we arrived quite ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2023

Adonis Dijon Maison Internationale
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Dijon

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
19 Jan 2020

Dijon is well worth a visit, but I would stay somewhere else next time.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
25 Oct 2019

Yes a nice place for a day trip.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Oct 2019

Dijon is a wonderful place to visit. If art and design is your thing there are some amazing shops.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
15 Sep 2019

Dijon is a wonderful city and a delight to spend a few days visiting but beware many restaurants and shops are closed on Sunday and Monday

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
14 Sep 2019

Just an overnight stop so we didn’t see much

5/5 - Excellent

Alex
23 Aug 2019

Amazing city