Rennes Centre Travel Guide
Rennes
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Popular places to visit
Rennes Cathedral
Peruse the intriguing pictorial art and see rare marble from the Roman Forum in this Roman Catholic cathedral encompassing many styles.
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.
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.
Thabor Botanic Gardens
Examine the bulb flowers, camellias, roses and dahlias along the circular paths in this delightful part of Rennes’ central park.
Top hotels in Rennes Centre
Le Saint-Antoine Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
L’hôtel est joli le staff est sympa . La chambre est moderne et épurée avec une belle vue en hauteur dégagée. Juste un problème de tuyauterie en continu dans la chambre un peu gênant pour dormir , je l’ai signalé en partant le réceptionniste semblait déjà au courant . Spa joli , belle piscine . Il ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Mama Shelter Rennes
Clean and modern room, liked the funky and tasteful decoration. Welcoming and understanding stuff.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Balthazar Hotel & Spa Rennes - MGallery Collection
Clean room, excellent staff and amenities
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Le Nemours Rennes
Good breakfast, and clean room. I will use this hotel again if I visit Rennes in the future.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Campanile Rennes Centre - Gare
Do not accept room 210. Be sure to ask the desk to turn in the heat or your room will be chilly. Breakfast is good... good variety and very fresh. Everyone speaks English if you like that sort of thing.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Kyriad Rennes Centre Gare
Staff is amazing, special thanks to Nadeem at reception, who was very efficient and friendly. He also gave me a roo. Facing the train station as requested
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rennes Centre
Dinan - Saint-Malo
Dinan - Saint-Malo might not have many top sights, but Le Couvent des Jacobins and Place des Lices are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Bourg-l'Évêque
While Bourg-l'Évêque may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Place des Lices and Le Couvent des Jacobins.
Saint-Hélier
You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Saint-Hélier. Visitors recommend a visit to Place de la Gare, and you can get around town on the metro at Gares Station.
La Touche
Even though there aren't top sights in La Touche, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Place des Lices. Jump on the metro at Anatole France Metro Station to see more of the city.
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.
