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15 Best Things to Do in Tours (France)

It’s no mystery that Tours is a favourite base for people discovering the Loire Valley’s exalted châteaux.

Villandry, Chenonceau and Amboise are moments by car, and with the help of the Loire à Vélo network you can visit them on two wheels with ease.

But you may find that if you delve a little more into Tours’ history and attractions, it could be difficult to leave the city at all.

In the centre are timber houses and renaissance mansions on car-free streets, and museums that draw you into the city’s medieval past.

There are vineyards welcoming inquisitive oenophiles in the countryside and both the waters and banks of the Loire invite you to go wherever your sense of curiosity leads.

Lets explore the best things to do in Tours :

1. Tours Cathedral

Even by the glacial speed of construction in the middle ages, Tours Cathedral took a long time to be completed.

Building began in 1170 and wouldn’t be finished until 1547, but this means we’re met with a perfect summary of the evolution of gothic art.

The ensemble of original 13th-century stained glass windows in the ambulatory chapels and above the choir is one of the finest in France, and seems to generate its own light.

The cathedral has information panels giving you the meaning behind each image.

The marble renaissance tombs of King Charles VIII and Anne of Brittany’s children are also moving, as both died in infancy.

2. Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours

The riches from Cardinal Richelieu’s 17th-century campaign against the Huguenots and the art seized from abbeys during the Revolution all ended up at Tours’ stellar museum of fine art.

Because of their religious source there’s a good body of Italian gothic primitives from the 14th and 15th centuries, while the two renaissance paintings by Andrea Mentegna are regarded as masterpieces.

You’ve got over a thousand artworks to get through, with sculpture by Rodin, Flemish and Dutch painting by Rembrandt and Rubens, and Impressionism by Monet and Degas.

3. Tours Botanical Garden

The city’s municipal garden has a bit of a troublesome setting, between the Loire and Cher, which made it susceptible to flooding in the past, with two devastating inundations in the mid-19th century that filled the greenhouses with two metres of water.

Even after being hit by bombs in the Second World War there isn’t the slightest hint of a troubled past at these serene gardens.

On your walk you may notice some trees you haven’t seen before, like the Chinese empress tree, ginkgo biloba and the endangered dawn redwood.

The animal park is from 1863 and has farm animals for kids to bond with, as well as more exotic species like wallabies.

4. Le Vieux Tours

Like all the best historic city centres the historic buildings on the pedestrian streets around Place Plumereau aren’t sterile museum pieces but vibrant cornerstones of local life, used as shops, restaurants and bars.

Place de Plumereau is at the nerve centre of one of the largest conservation areas in Europe, with renaissance mansions boasting sculpted reliefs or cantilevered timber houses, going strong for hundreds of years.

If you’re OK with everybody knowing you’re a tourist, jump aboard the little train that departs every hour from Place Plumereau in summer.

5. Musée du Compagnonnage

In the 16th-century Dormitory at the former Abbey of Saint-Julien is a museum devoted to a French workers’ movement that dates back to medieval times.

Roughly, the Compagnons du Tour de France is like a guild of journeymen that preserves historic trades and educates young people about them as part of an apprenticeship.

To complete the apprenticeship and become a “companion” a craftsman had to create a masterpiece for whatever discipline he worked in.

And these dumbfounding creations are presented at the museum, in all kinds of different disciplines, like metalwork, tailoring, shoemaking and woodcarving.

6. Hôtel Goüin

What may be the most beautiful of Tours’ many old building has just come through a long restoration and is open to the public once more.

Hôtel Goüin is an early-renaissance palace on Rue du Commerce, with a balustraded porch and the sort of loggia in which you might expect to see Juliet calling for Romeo.

During the restoration they unearthed fragments of an older building from the 1100s, with four arches and a well, which are on show.

You might just want to stop for a photo of that magnificent facade, but there’s an archaeological museum inside with artefacts from Roman times up to the 1800s.

7. Halles de Tours

Billed as the “Belly of Tours” (ventre de Tours), the city’s indoor market may not be France’s largest, but it’s a gastronome’s idea of heaven.

You may even want to bring your camera or have your phone at the ready, because the cheese, charcuterie, seafood and in-season fruit and vegetable counters are presented with real flair.

If you’re stuck for gift ideas then markets like this tick the box as they’re stocked with all the best from the region.

At Tours that entails wine from the Loire Valley and luxury chocolate.

The city is one of France’s chocolate capitals, and every years holds the Salon du Chocolat de Tours at the Centre de Congrès Vinci.

Come for lunch too: The oyster bar shucks your oyster as you go.

8. Jardin des Prébendes d’Oé

During the French Second Empire from the mid-1800s English-style parks like this one popped up in provincial cities across France.

This was a spot for urban families to take promenades, kids to play and for the city to put on outdoor concerts at the park’s gazebo.

There’s less of the formality of French parterres, as paths weave through tulip flowerbeds and  copses of lime, plane, cedar, chestnut and lofty redwood trees.

So if you could do with a moment of repose take a wander by the pond and pause for a tea or coffee at the kiosk.

On warmer days you could load up on cheese and charcuterie at the market and have the perfect French picnic.

9. Église Saint-Julien de Tours

The predecessors of this  12th-century abbey were wrecked by the Normans in the 9th century and then in a war between the feudal houses of Blois and Anjou in the 10th century.

But miraculously the building that followed has survived everything from the French Revolution to the Second World War.

It was part of a long-gone abbey, and the garden next to the church is where the cloister used to be, while the Musée de Compagnonnage occupies the old dormitory.

10. “Toue” River Cruises

Commercial craft floated along the Loire and Cher since antiquity, hauling people, wine, silk, lumber, salt and all sorts of other cargo up and down these rivers.

Because the waterways can get very shallow they used flat-bottomed sailboats called “toues”, and you can too! Toues can carry between 12 and 30 passengers for hour-long trips, or even romantic dinner cruises in the evening.

Their skippers know these waters and banks like the backs of their hands: And with the deck as your balcony, they’ll shed light on the Tours’ river trade, its many colourful characters and perils.

11. Loire à Vélo

If you had to picture some quintessentially French holiday activities, a bike ride next to the Loire with a backdrop of gentle vine-striped hills and châteaux must be one of the first that comes to mind.

About 150km of the of the Loire à Vélo cycle trail’s totalling 800km are in the Touraine region.

The route is clearly-marked, easy -going because it never leaves the riverside and convenient as there are dozens of hire stations along the way.

You could give yourself set destinations like Amboise or Villandry, which are both reachable in about an hour.

Or make more of an adventure of it by going further afield and spending the night at the inns on the route that are happy to accommodate cyclists.

12. Guinguette sur Loire

On the left bank of the Loire, just by Pont Wilson, is where Tours’ “Guinguette” takes place from May to September.

It isn’t officially summer in Tours until this outdoor café by the river is bustling every evening with locals and tourists at the bar terrace, taking part in dance lessons, enjoying concerts or watching movies at the outdoor cinema.

Tours is a student city so the atmosphere is always warm and energetic.

The location is wonderful, under willow trees and string lights, with the river rolling past.

And every year there Guinguette has something new on the schedule.

13. Wine and Gastronmic Visits

If you’re a wine-lover you’ve come to the right place.

There’s an absurd amount of AOCs nearby: A dozen within an hour, and five bordering the city.

The diversity will make your head spin more than the wine itself, with the reds of Touraine-Chenonceau, the whites of Touraine Sauvignon and rosés made in Touraine noble joué.

When it comes to precious foodstuffs there’s a saffron market in Preuilly-sur-Claise and a seasonal truffle market at Marigny-Marmande.

The local cheese, Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine is known to all for its cylindrical shape and the straw that pierces it through the centre.

To know more, pay a visit to the dairy at Les Passerelles or the child-friendly goat farm, Cabri au Lait, which makes Sainte-Maure but also has a petting zoo for the little guys and girls.

14. Château de Villandry

It would be criminal to visit Tours and not call in at one of the abundant château in the region.

Tours is touted as a gateway for these sensational pieces of French royal or noble heritage.

You can reach Villandry in 20 minutes, and it’s one of the finest.

The gardens are the showstopper at this château.

They were restored at the turn of the century by the Spanish doctor Joachim Carvallo.

He conceived several terraces of renaissance gardens, all with precisely trimmed boxwood hedges in joyous geometric configurations.

There’s a water garden, labyrinth, sun garden, ornamental garden with high hedges, but the most astounding is the formal medieval kitchen garden, all in neat plots.

15. Château d’Amboise

The home of Francis I and most of the French royalty in the 16th century is a 20-minute car or train ride to the east.

The château had its heyday in the renaissance period after Charles VIII turned it from a fortress into the Loire valley’s first Italian-style palace in the late-1400s.

In 1516 Francis I invited Leonardo da Vinci to live and work in Amboise, and the polymath’s home at Clos Lucé was actually connected to the Château d’Amboise by underground passageways that you can discover today by prior arrangement.

Da Vinci died here in 1519 and is buried at the Chapel of Saint-Hubert at the Château.

The gardens are embellished with spherical topiaries and the views from this spur above the Loire are divine.

15 Best Things to Do in Tours (France):

• Tours Cathedral
• Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
• Tours Botanical Garden
• Le Vieux Tours
• Musée du Compagnonnage
• Hôtel Goüin
• Halles de Tours
• Jardin des Prébendes d'Oé
• Église Saint-Julien de Tours
• "Toue" River Cruises
• Loire à Vélo
• Guinguette sur Loire
• Wine and Gastronmic Visits
• Château de Villandry
• Château d'Amboise

A Guide to the Best Things to do in Tours, Loire Valley

By: Author Sophie Nadeau

Posted on Last updated: 13th March 2023

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Last Updated on 13th March 2023 by Sophie Nadeau

Nestled in the heart of the Loire valley, a region of France well known for its many historic châteaux, the town of Tours has kept many vestiges of its medieval past. Here’s a guide to the best things to do in Tours , as well as what to know before you go.

What is Tours known for?

Tours cathedral, château de tours, musée des beaux arts de tours, relax in the park prébendes d’oé garden, enjoy the cherry blossom, harry potter store (les trois sorciers), musée du compagnonnage, walk along the river loire , take a boat ride , flood level, get a drink at place plumereau , charlemagne tower , clock tower, basilica , christmas market, take a day trip to amboise, take a day trip to the loire valley château, boll n roll, where to stay in tours.

Tours is a city located in the Loire Valley region of central France, known for its rich history, architecture, and cultural attractions. Among them are the Château de Tours and the Cathedral of Saint Gatien.

The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours is another notable attraction, featuring a collection of over 12,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts.

The city also boasts the picturesque Place Plumereau, a popular spot for dining and socialising surrounded by medieval half-timbered buildings, and Les Halles de Tours, a bustling indoor market.

Tours is also known as the gateway to the Loire Valley, home to numerous historic châteaux, including Château de Chenonceau, Château de Chambord , and Château de Villandry, making it a popular destination for history, culture, and food enthusiasts. For more inspiration, check out our suggested Loire Valley itinerary .

Things to do in Tours

Truth be told, one of the best things to do in Tours is to stroll around the old town, which is characterised by its little lanes and timber-framed architecture.

Old Tours makes up the streets surrounding Place Plumereau. Largely pedestrianised, the little cobbled lanes are perfect for snapping stunning medieval-esque photos.

Widely regarded to be one of the most beautiful cathedrals in France , Tours Cathedral is officially known as Cathédrale Saint-Gatien and was constructed between the 12th and 16th-centuries.

Today, highlights of the Gothic ecclesiastical building include original 13th-century stained glass windows and several ornate stone-carved tombs of the children of Anne of Brittany.

As is the case with many medieval towns, Tours boasts its own Château with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The Château de Tours was constructed in the 11th-century and was once home to the  Lords of France. Today, the castle can be visited for a small fee.

Those who wish to enjoy some of the finest paintings held in the Loire Valley need to look no further than the Museum of Fine Arts. Highlights of the art museum, which is set against the backdrop of the bishop’s former palace, include fine Italian paintings and two paintings by Andrea Mantegna.

One of the most beautiful places to visit in Tours is the park of Prébendes d’Oé, which is a beautiful green space that is centred around a central lake teeming with ducks. When the weather is warm, it’s a great spot to people watch and sit on a bench in the sunshine.

If you happen to be visiting Tours in the summertime, then one of the best places to soak up some summer sunshine is at Guinguette Tours (official name Guinguette de Tours sur Loire), which is an open-air terrace along the banks of the River Loire from the late Spring to early Autumn.

It may surprise many, but Tours is actually a fantastic place to enjoy gorgeous cherry blossoms during the springtime. The best places to enjoy cherry blossom in Tours is along rue Constantine, on the adjacent rue du commerce, and around the train station.

Please note that the pink cherry blossom around the train station is slightly later blooming than that in the centre of town, which tends to bloom in the last couple of weeks of March. If you visit during the last week of March then you will be sure to see at least a few trees in bloom!

One of the more unusual shopping experiences to have in Tours is to head to the wizarding store along  Rue du Commerce. Head in at any given moment and you’ll soon find a wide selection of magical collectibles and clothing inspired by the Harry Potter series.

Set against the backdrop of a former abbey dedicated to Saint-Julien, yet another museum in Tours which is worth checking out is the Musée du Compagnonnage, which is all about trade-guild history.

One of the most famous rivers in France is the Loire, and this is what gives the area its name. As well as being the 171st longest river in the world, the Loire is the longest river in France and the 3rd longest in Europe.

One of the most gentle and relaxing ways to get a different view of the Loire Valley is by taking a boat ride along the River Loire. One agency that proposes tours down the river in a flat-bottomed wooden river boat is the Boutavant Association. Find more details here.

If you’re looking for a unique hidden gem of Tours that’s a little off the beaten path, then you can head to the flood level marker that lies along the banks of the River Loire. The marker details all recent flooding levels, as well as more historic ones.

The very beating heart of Tours is Place Plumereau, which is a big open square with sprawling cafés, restaurants, and eateries. While the brasseries on the square are not of the best quality, it’s one of the best spots in the city to grab a drink and people watch when the sun is shining.

One of the more historic buildings you’ll see when wandering around town is the Charlemagne Tower. This is known as the tower of Charles the Great in English and is now all that remains of the original Basilica of St. Martin of Tours. Local legend suggests that it was in this basilica or close by that Charlemagne interred his wife.

Known as the Tour de l’Horloge in French, the clock tower is situated in the vieux-ville portion of Tours and dates back to the 11th-century, though much of what you see today was added in the 16th-century.

Tours Cathedral is not the only important ecclesiastical building in Tours. There is also the Basilica of Saint Martin (known as the Basilique Saint Martin in French) which was constructed to replace an earlier one of which the Charlemagne Tower is the only remaining remnant. Today, a visit to the interior of Basilica is free and open every day of the week.

Visitors who frequent the ancient settlement during the winter will soon discover the Tours Christmas Market, which takes place on an annual basis. For more inspiration, be sure to check out our Tours Christmas Market guide .

Tours is the gateway city to the Loire Valley, making it a great place to base yourself from which to explore the wider region. One of the most delightful towns near Tours is Amboise, which is where there’s a wonderful château and medieval town.

Of course, history buffs will be well aware that the Loire Valley is best-known for its amazing Châteaux. Some of the most famous Châteaux in the region are Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau.

The easiest way to get to the Loire Valley Châteaux is by car as many of the castles are not served by public transport. Alternatively, if you want all of the transportation details taken care of for you, then you can book a guided tour like this one.

Where to eat 

In the French countryside outside of Paris, it can be hard to find vegetarian options and any vegan offerings are even harder to find still. One particular favourite of mine when it comes to somewhat healthy fast food in Tours is Boll n Roll, where there are several meat-free options on the menu.

Thanks to its fairly large size and popularity, there are a number of different places to stay in Tours to suit almost any budget and taste. Here are some of the best places to stay in Tours based on web-reviews and location:

Budget: One of the most affordable and yet cosy places to stay in Tours is The People. This chic hostel offers private rooms as well as mixed-gender and female-only dorms. There’s a bar onsite with a terrace. Check prices and availability here.

Mid-range: Those in search of an affordable luxury option when it comes to staying in Tours can check out this cosy little hotel. Amenities include air conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a fairly central location. Check prices and availability here.

Luxury: For the ultimate luxury experience during your time in Tours, consider booking yourself a stay at this four-star hotel. Highlights include a pool and spa, as well as a fitness centre. Check prices and availability here.

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7 things to do in Tours in the Loire Valley

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There’s a whole lot to see and do in Tours in the heart of the Loire Valley. It’s easy to reach from Paris by train and provides a great base to visit the area. There are several of the major Loire Valley Chateaux nearby and you can organise a tour by coach or mini bus from here (check at the tourist office for details). And in fact you can even take a train from Tours to Blois , Chambord and Chenonceau if you don’t want to drive. Here are some of my favourite things to do in Tours in the Loire Valley:

Visit the old town and wander the cobbled streets to admire the ancient half-timbered houses. Follow the historic Circuit Saint Martin in the footsteps of Saint Martin to discover the main monuments relating to his heritage. The pilgrimage of Tours is one of the oldest of Christendom among those of Rome, Jerusalem and Santiago de Compostela.

Marvellous museums

And, for museum lovers, head to the quirky Musée du Compagnonnage . It’s the only one of its kind in the world, dedicated to trades guilds, it’s located in the former monks dormitory of the Benedictine Abbey of Saint Julien (13th-18th century). UNESCO listed (Intangible Cultural Heritage) Compagnonnage dates back from the end of the Middle Ages. It is made up of societies of young workers aspiring to ‘professional and moral development by means of a journey through France’ called “tour de France”. You’ll discover thousands of exhibits from tools to engravings, woodwork and even food displays. It really is a fascinating place.

There are several other museums including Fine Arts.

Centre de Création Contemporaine Olivier Debré – if you’re a fan of modern art, don’t miss this one.

Take me to the River

Take a river cruise. Rest your feet by taking a boat ride on a traditional flat-bottomed boat, known as a ‘Toue’. You’ll enjoy great views of the town from the river.

Wine and Dine

Leave time to enjoy the local gastronomy and wines. Head to Place Plumereau ( top photo) to hang out with the locals at apero time. See our review of restaurants and gourmet shops the locals love: Where to eat out in Tours

To market you should go

Les Halles de Tours is more than 150 years old and open 7 days a week. Known as the belly of Tours – this is the place to go for fabulous fresh produce from pastries to chocolate and cheese, vegetables, wine and a whole lot more.

Garden glory

The botanical gardens are the largest and oldest gardens in the city. The beautiful tranquil grounds house an orangery, an exhibition greenhouse and pools containing hundreds of beautiful waterlilies. With over 5 hectares of greenery and more than 2000 plants, trees and shrubs to take in, this is a great for a picnic (with that delicious produce you just bought from the market!).

Cathedral of Tours

Practical Information for Tours

Tram & bus service . You can buy a rechargeable bus/tram ticket from a bus driver (including the first journey), which can be recharged at major bus/tram stops. These machines take cards and change, but not notes. Simply tap the card on a reader to pay for a journey once on the bus. It’s cheap and easy.

Top tip : Book tours of chateaux from the tourist office. Many of the greats are easily accessible from here, Chenonceau, Villandry and Chambord to mention just a few.

Get there : The train from Paris takes from 1 hour and 17 minutes.

What to see nearby : Chateau de Chenonceau, the castle of flowers which you can reach by train. You can also take a train to  Amboise  and Blois from here…

For more information   on what to see and do in Tours  visit the tourist office: 78-82 Rue Bernard Palissy  www.tours-tourism.co.uk

For more information on what to do in the Loire Valley  see: www.loirevalley-france.co.uk;  uk.france.fr

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Walking Tour Montorgueil / Les Halles

Walking through the neighborhood of Montorgueil (2nd arrondissement), it is above all dive into the old and rich history of Les Halles , huge market that fed Paris and the Parisians for 8 centuries before leaving permanently to Rungis in 1969 .

Inseparable from les Halles, “Montorgueil” grew in accordance with the successive transformations of the market, making this area both a popular and modern district, atmosphere that you can still feel today.

This walk will take you so into the history of this neighborhood, one of the oldest in Paris, exploring its various developments. You’ll also enjoy the currently pleasant atmosphere of pedestrian village full of shops and restaurants.

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• Start the walk at St. Eustache Church . Built in the early 16th century on the site of a small chapel to accommodate a population increasingly important, this beautiful church is a mixture of Gothic and Renaissance styles.

• The large dome that you see from the entrance of the church is the former wheat market (trading flour, barley, oats, beans, etc …), today « Bourse de Commerce » (trading exchange).

Unending place of changing, Les Halles are until 2015, again, renovated.

• Go next rue Montorgueil. This pedestrian street is the commercial heart of the neighborhood , and some stores are part of the oldest in Paris. At the n° 38 for example is “L’Escargot Montorgueil » favorite kitchen in the 20th century of Guitry, Proust, Dali … By the way, the ceiling of the entrance was Sarah Bernhardt dining room’ one she gave to the restaurant before her death !
• Continue straight on. Crossing the rue Etienne Marcel, you go outside of the Paris of the 13th century, when the city was protected by the «  Philippe Auguste wall  », only surrounding wall remains still visible in Paris (one is 20 rue Etienne Marcel : la Tour Jean Sans-Peur ).
• At 51 rue Montorgueil is the Bakery « Stohrer », the oldest patisserie in Paris. Stohrer was the pastry chef of Marie Leszczynska, wife of King Louis XV (1710-1774).
• In front of the pastry is the rue Marie Stuart . King Saint-Louis (1214 – 1270) promulgated in 1256 a law prohibiting prostitution within the city, pushing the prostitutes outside the walls. In the district of Les Halles, many will go rue Marie Stuart and rue Dussoubs, then called rue Gratte-Cul (« itchy-ass street ») and rue Tire-Boudin (screw-ugly-lady street) !
• Continue straight ahead until the end of rue Montorgueil .
• Rue d’Aboukir, t urn right and walk as far as place du Caire . Here was the most important « Cour des Miracles » in Paris (among the dozen of the city), place in Paris were the tramps and thieves and disabled people got together and somewhat lived. 
• The name « Cour des Miracles » (courtyard of miracles) has been given because at night, or pursued by the police, the disabled people found back, as if by magic, all their physical abilities….
• Note at the n° 2 the Egyptian amazing front of the building.
• Take rue du Caire then turn right rue Dussoubs. At n°23 , the Mansion was one of the most famous brothel of the 18th century. Here was « practising » the Comtesse du Barry before becoming the scandalous mistress of King Louis XV.
• Continue straight to the Passage du Grand Cerf, very nice little covered passage of Paris (closed Sunday).
• At the end of the passage, you get rue Saint-Denis , another main street of Montorgueil district. Turn right and walk down rue Saint-Denis to the place Joachim du Bellay, rather commonly known as « Place des Innocents ».
• Walking to this place and further, you will come across many street with names of trades. They get their names from new streets created in 1553 around Les Halles to welcome new merchants. Thus, each street was given the name of the new business.
• Rue des prêcheurs (preachers street), rue aux Ours (“Ours”= “bear”, was in fact “Oies” = “Goose”), rue de la Cossonnerie (poultry and game market in the Middle Ages). Further, you will also find rue de la Verrerie (glassware street), rue de la ferronnerie (ironwork Street) or rue des Lombards (pawnbrokers and bankers).
• Place des Innocents was the cemetery of Les Halles. After a macabre collapse in 1780, it was decided that cemeteries will be outside of the city (hence the construction of the Pere Lachaise, Montmartre and Montparnasse cemeteries). All bones of the cemetery were moved into an underground quarry, now the catacombs of Paris .
• End the walk at the level of 6, rue de la Ferronnerie (nearby “café Coeur Couronné”). You can see on the ground a memorial stone. Indeed, here as been killed King Henri IV on May 14th of 1610.

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• 1 Understand
• 2.1 By plane
• 2.2.1 From the United Kingdom
• 2.2.2 From Paris
• 2.2.3 From elsewhere in France
• 3.1 By public transport: bus, tram, train
• 3.2 By bike
• 3.3 On foot
• 4.1 Visitor attractions
• 4.2.1 Vieux Tours ( the Old Town )
• 4.2.2 Quartier de la Cathédrale
• 4.2.3 Quartier des Prébendes
• 7.1 Brand shopping
• 7.2 Souvenirs and crafts
• 7.3.1 Supermarkets
• 7.3.2 Artisan food stores
• 7.4 Markets
• 8.2 Mid-range
• 8.3 Splurge
• 11 Stay safe

Tours (with a silent s ) is an important city in the Loire Valley of west-central France .

Understand [ edit ]

With a city population of 137,000, and 360,000 in the agglomeration (2020), Tours is the largest city in Centre-Val de Loire , though the status of regional capital is held by Orléans . Tours sits on both the river Loire and on its large tributary the Cher, with the city centre located between the two. The city has a number of attractions, including two cathedrals, a number of interesting museums and great local cuisine. Furthermore, Tours is excellently placed to serve as a base from which to explore the countless châteaux of the Loire Valley. The administrative department of Indre-et-Loire, of which Tours is the prefecture, is known almost exclusively to residents by its much older name of the Touraine , and is renowned for its wines and for the supposed perfection of its local spoken French.

Get in [ edit ]

By plane [ edit ].

• Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport ( CDG  IATA ) receives by far the largest number of international flights into France. TGV trains run direct from the airport to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps (see below), from where you can pick up a shuttle train into central Tours. The journey time is approximately two hours. If you're hiring a car, the journey time via the A3, Paris ring road ( boulevard Périphérique ), A6B and A10 is about three hours in good traffic.
• Paris Orly Airport ( ORY  IATA ) is closer to Tours than CDG, but harder to get to using public transport. You will have to take a combination of local services to get to Paris Montparnasse railway station, in order to catch the TGV to Tours. Otherwise, by car, the journey is relatively straightforward once you pick up the A10 motorway, and should take between two and three hours in good traffic.
• Nantes ( NTE  IATA ) is another airport that can be used to reach Tours. It serves a decent number of European destinations. By car, Nantes Airport can be reach in under 2 hr. By train, expect a journey lasting between 1.5 and 2.5 hours.

By train [ edit ]

From the united kingdom [ edit ].

Eurostar from London St Pancras takes around 6 hours to Tours, changing to the French national network in either Lille Europe (transfer to another train from this station or from Flandres station, depending on which service you're booked on - check your ticket) or Paris.

You have to catch the Metro from Gare du Nord, where the Eurostar terminates, to Montparnasse-Bienvenüe, close to Gare Montparnasse where the TGV to Tours departs. This journey can be made in around 30 min via Line 4 of the Metro, and though not included in your train ticket, only costs a couple of euros for a single fare.

From Paris [ edit ]

SNCF is the French national rail operator. The high-speed TGV is the fastest way to get to Tours from Paris and costs about €50 each way. The journey from Paris Montparnasse (to Tours central station) takes just over 1 hour, while you can reach Tours from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport in 2 hours (via Saint-Pierre-des-Corps). You could also take the slower Intercités train from Paris Austerlitz which passes Orléans and Blois too, taking a little over 2 hours. Tickets can be bought for about €25 each way.

From elsewhere in France [ edit ]

Tours receives direct trains from Blois , Bourges , Caen , Dijon , La Rochelle , Le Mans , Lyon -Perrache, Orléans and Poitiers as well as numerous smaller regional destinations.

• Saint-Pierre-des-Corps , located on the eastern edge of Tours, is a hub of the national railway network. The station is at the junction of the north–south LGV Atlantique high speed line, the east–west line along the Loire Valley, and several radial routes around the region. Visitors arriving from the directions of Angers , Bordeaux , Lille , Nantes and Strasbourg will need to change here for the fast and frequent shuttle train into Tours proper.

By car [ edit ]

Tours is at the centre of a highway crossroads: the A10 between Paris and Bordeaux (where it connects to the A63 from Spain ), the A85 from Nantes and Bourges , and the A28 from Le Mans and Normandy , including the English Channel ports of Cherbourg , Dieppe and Le Havre . The A10 passes between Tours and Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, and Boulevard Heurteloup links junction 21 to the city centre.

Get around [ edit ]

By public transport: bus, tram, train [ edit ]

Fil Bleu is the authority responsible for all public transport in Tours and the agglomeration. They operate:

• A comprehensive network of buses throughout the urban area, including several high-frequency routes and one bus rapid transit line ( Tempo 2 ), which connects the north and north-east of Tours and the airport with the city centre, the south of Tours and the suburban town of Chambray-lès-Tours. The most important routes operate at between every 2-to-5 and every 10-to-15 minutes, with less important routes following a significantly less frequent timetable
• A single tram line ( Tram A ) which connects the north of Tours near the airport with the city centre, the L'Heure Tranquille shopping and entertainment complex and the suburban town of Joué-lès-Tours. Trams operate every 4-to-8 minutes during the day and early evening, and about every 10-to-20 minutes in the late evening
• An SNCF / Fil Bleu shuttle train ( Navette ), which runs between Tours and Saint-Pierre-des-Corps railway stations at regular intervals throughout the day and evening. Its travel time of 5 minutes is considerably faster than the equivalent bus journey

Buses and trams generally operate between 05:00 and 01:00 every day of the week, though services are often reduced early mornings and late evenings, and on Sundays and bank holidays. The website offers timetables for every route [dead link] and an electronic journey planner .

A single Fil Bleu fare costs €1.50 and can be used for up to an hour on any route, including changes. The fare for two journeys is €2.70 and a day pass costs 3 €3.70. There are numerous other fares available for families, concessions, groups and other types of journey, the details of which can be reviewed on their website [dead link] . Tickets can be purchased and recharged on board any bus (from the driver) and at every tram stop (using the machines on the platform), as well as at the Fil Bleu information centre on rue Charles Gille and in certain newsagents around Tours. You must validate your ticket or pass each time you board a bus or tram, even when making transfers, by pressing the ticket or pass to one of the blue touchscreens on board. There are frequent inspections on the network and if you are found to be travelling with a ticket or pass which hasn't been validated, you will be treated the same as a fare-evader and may be given an on-the-spot fine.

Maps of the Fil Bleu network can be downloaded from their website .

By bike [ edit ]

Cycling is one of the best ways to see the city; Tours lies at the heart of the Loire à Vélo project which has made the entire Loire Valley cyclable, and there are numerous bike rental stores.

Vélociti is the municipal bike hire scheme provided by Fil Bleu. Those staying several months in Tours may rent a bike for €5 per month from the Fil Bleu travel centre at 9, rue Michelet.

On foot [ edit ]

Central Tours is compact and very pedestrian friendly so walking is usually the easiest and most pleasant way to get around, particularly as many of the city centre streets are so narrow that the public transport network doesn't directly serve some of the major attractions. A visitors' guide with a recommended walking route can be picked up for free at the tourist office [dead link] on the corner of rue Bernard Palissy / boulevard Heurteloup. In the See section of this article, you can read about interesting neighbourhoods that can be explored on foot.

Tours is compact enough that you will generally not need your car to get around town. A car would, however, be useful if you plan on exploring the towns, châteaux and countryside outside of Tours, though many sites of interest can be reached by public transport and by bike.

Beware that although Tours is easily driveable and not often congested, the many pedestrianised and limited-access streets in the city centre may mean your desired address isn't directly accessible to cars, though there will always be nearby on- or off-street parking.

There are numerous underground car parks in the city, such as at place du Général Leclerc (underneath the large square in front of the railway station), place des Halles (underneath the Halles market hall, ideal for visiting the old town), and at place Anatole France (easy access to the shops on rue Nationale).

See [ edit ]

Visitor attractions [ edit ]

Museum buffs will want to invest in a Carte Multi-visites , which for €10 allows you access to the Fine Arts, Natural History and Compagnonnage Museums, as well as (from 2017) the Saint Martin Museum and the Olivier Debré Centre. This can be purchased from any of the participating museums, or from the city's tourist office.

• 47.39298 0.68296 1 Basilique de Saint Martin de Tours ( Basilica of Saint Martin of Tours ), Rue Baleschoux ( Entrance on Rue Descartes ), ☏ +33 2 47 05 63 87 . Open all day for visitors and worshippers . Built between 1886 and 1924 on the site of a much earlier basilica (whose two remaining towers, the Tour d'Horloge and Tour Charlemagne still stand next to the current edifice), this Romanesque church's dome stands proudly on the city's skyline. The main attraction within is the crypt which houses the tomb of St Martin of Tours. The basilica's nuns can be stern but are generally very welcoming to respectful visitors. Free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.395428 0.693786 2 Cathédrale Saint Gatien ( Tours Cathedral ), Rue Lavoisier / Place de la Cathédrale ( The pedestrian route from the railway station takes you via Rue Bernard Palissy and Place François Sicard, from where the cathedral is signposted. ). Open all day; cloister closes between 12:30 and 14:30 . A Gothic cathedral with a monolithic façade, spectacular flying buttresses and plenty of gargoyles, some of which have some rather rude appendages. The interior is no less impressive and there is very detailed information available on boards all around the cathedral. Adjoining is the Cloître de la Psallette , which may or may not be worth the small entrance fee depending on your level of interest. Cathedral: free; Cloisters: €3, some concessions free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.394004 0.69664 3 Centre Marie de l'Incarnation , 2, rue du Petit Pré , ☏ +33 2 47 20 01 68 . June–September M, Th–Sa: 10:00–12:00, 15:00–18:00. Closed W and Sa. Closed October–May. Good luck! . This is the convent of the Ursulines of Tours, a sect of nuns, whose most famous sister, Sainte Marie de l'Incarnation, travelled to Quebec in 1639 to spread the order to Canada. She eventually founded the first catholic school in North America. Learn all about the life and travels of the saint in the centre's tiny museum, which is housed in a 15th century room, and take time for contemplation or prayer in the adjacent chapel. Free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.396975 0.693389 4 Château de Tours ( Tours Castle ), 25 avenue André Malraux , ☏ +33 2 47 21 61 95 . Tu – Su 14:00–18:00 . Architecturally unimpressive by anybody's standards (especially if you've been spoilt by the likes of Chenonceau and Chambord), the castle nonetheless has an interesting history and hosts art exhibitions all year round. Adults €3, concessions €1.50 . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.390452 0.689365 5 Hôtel de Ville ( City Hall ), Place Jean Jaurès . This grand 19th-century municipal building stands proudly in front of the ever changing fountains on Tours' central square. If you happen to be there on a day where there is an exhibition inside, it would be worth paying the entrance fee just to see the lavishly-decorated ball room. ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.387145 0.666636 6 Jardin Botanique ( Botanical Garden ), 35 Boulevard Tonnellé ( Bus route 4 from Anatole France or route 15 from Gare de Tours / Jean Jaurès each take about 10 minutes and stop outside the garden. ), ☏ +33 2 47 21 62 67 , fax : +33 2 47 21 62 90 . Open daily, dawn until dusk. Greenhouse and petting farm times vary . This large botanical garden holds year-round interest, with extensive borders dedicated to different climate zones, a magnolia walk and a section tracing the natural history of plants, as well as a large medicinal herb garden and a rockery. In the middle of the garden sits a beautiful 150-year-old gingko tree. There are also tropical glasshouses, several animal enclosures, a children's petting farm and play area, and a lawn for picnicking. Each spring is the Printemps des Poètes , with poems displayed around the garden, and there are other events throughout the year. Free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.394752 0.693946 7 Musée des Beaux Arts ( Fine Arts Museum ), 18 place François Sicard ( Almost next to the cathedral ), ☏ +33 2 47 05 68 82 . W–M 09:00–12:45, 14:00–18:00; closed Tu . Inside the former Palace of the Archbishops of Tours, the Musée des Beaux Arts possesses a sizable collection, including paintings by Debré, Degas, Delacroix, Monet, Roslin and Van Goyen, sculpture by Rodin as well as antiquities, objets d'art, tapestry and medieval religious artwork. There is equally a regular cycle of temporary exhibitions and events. The gardens are popular in the summer months and include an enormous Lebanese cedar and a life-sized model of Fritz the elephant, one of Tours' less welcome visitors who went on a rampage after escaping the circus. Adults: €6; 12-18 year olds, students, over 65s, disabled, groups of 10 or more: €3; under 12s: free; first Sunday of each month free entry to all; gardens free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.396045 0.686694 8 Musée du Compagnonnage , 8 rue Nationale ( By Anatole France tram stop ), ☏ +33 2 47 21 62 20 . Open daily 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00 except Sep–Jun closed Tu . A most unusual museum depicting artifacts of various guilds of master craftsmen, including many masterpieces of tools, sculpture, bells, clothing, shoes, decorated cakes and the exhibition hall of the museum itself, whose roof is supported by tree trunk-sized wood beams. The museum is especially welcoming to children, with quizzes available and friendly staff on hand to inform and educate. Conspiracy theorists can have fun seeing how many masonic symbols they can spot. Adults: €5.50; 12-18 year olds, students, over 65s: €3.80; Under 12s: free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.394626 0.683902 9 Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle ( Natural History Museum ), 3 rue du Président Merville ( located between the Old and New Towns, it is well-signposted from the Rue Nationale ), ☏ +33 2 47 21 68 08 . Tu–F 10:00–12:00, 14:00–18:00; Sa Su 14:00–18:00 . Spread across four floors. Level 4, where the visit starts, is the natural history library. Level 3 focuses on the natural history of the Touraine, including many taxidermied specimens and geological artefacts. Level 2 is global natural history, including taxidermied specimens from the 5 inhabited continents, as well as live insects, spiders, snakes, fish, amphibians and reptiles. Level 1 has the reception, shop and temporary exhibitions, recent examples of which being snakes of the world and mammoths. Adults: €3.50; 12-18 year olds, students, over 65s, disabled: €1.80 €; under 12s: free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• 47.389339 0.6508 10 Prieuré de Saint Cosme ( Demeure de Ronsard / Pierre de Ronsard's home ), rue Ronsard, 37520 La Riche ( Although walking along the river bank from central Tours is possible, the 60 minute walking distance and non-signposted route may make it preferable to catch the bus or drive. Car park on site. Bus routes 3a and 3b depart from Gare de Tours / Jean Jaurès to La Pleiade. A map would be helpful as the 5 minute walk from here to the priory is not signposted. ), ☏ +33 2 47 37 32 70 , fax : +33 2 47 37 25 20 , [email protected] . 1 May–31 Aug 10:00–18:00; low season times vary, check website . A tranquil corner of suburban La Riche, this ruined priory is most noted for being the home and final resting place of Pierre de Ronsard, celebrated poet of the 16th century. Recent renovations have seen the restoration of the gardens and some of the buildings, the erection of new information boards in English and the addition of an interactive feature whereby visitors can listen to readings of Ronsard's poems within the walls of his former residence. Adults: €6; concessions: €4.50; Under 7s: free . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• Tours by night is just as spectacular as during the day, as most of the landmarks' façades, including the Basilica, Cathedral, City Hall and railway station are illuminated. The Pont Wilson looks especially brooding when the Loire is foggy.
• 47.39565 0.68525 11 Centre de Création contemporaine Olivier Debré , Jardin François 1er . Contemporary art gallery. €7 . ( updated Dec 2016 )
• Musée Saint Martin . Under refurbishment ( updated Dec 2016 )

Interesting neighbourhoods and parks [ edit ]

Vieux Tours ( the Old Town ) [ edit ]

This is the neighbourhood of mainly-pedestrianised medieval streets centred on lively Place Plumereau . Known to the locals as Place Plum , this square is bounded by timber-framed maisons à colombages , cafés and bars, whose seats colonise the entire space when the weather is fine. The commercial thoroughfares of Vieux Tours hum with people day and night, but even in this most buzzing of neighbourhoods you can find many quieter ruelles (side streets), quaint alleys and peaceful squares.

West of Place Plum', on and around rue de la Monnaie is the Quartier Artisanal where you can spot craftsmen busy in their workshops. Look out for the former hostel at 7, rue des Cérisiers , which was reportedly the inspiration for the Pension Vauquer in Tours native Honoré de Balzac's most celebrated work Le Père Goriot .

The Quartier Lamartine is in many ways a western continuation of the Old Town, albeit without the crowds (and, sadly, the pedestrianisation). As such there are many medieval buildings of note and traditional local businesses: boucheries , boulangeries and floristes . The Gothic church on rue Georges Courteline is worth a look.

Quartier de la Cathédrale [ edit ]

Unsurprisingly, the district around the cathedral. This well-heeled neighbourhood is mainly residential, with a mishmash of grand houses, and their frustratingly hidden gardens, from every century between the 13th and 19th. Particularly of note is Rue Colbert , as much for its brilliant restaurants as its interesting history. Joan of Arc's personal armourer and the site of public executions by guillotine are two highlights to look out for. A stroll down Rue de la Scellerie , stopping to browse its antiques shops and admire the imposing Grand Théâtre, will take you to the green oasis of Place François Sicard. Lined with handsome bourgeois homes, this is a pleasant park for picnics and is handy for the cathedral and fine arts museum.

East of the cathedral, you venture off the beaten track, meaning you usually get to walk in near-solitude. As you pass along rue des Ursulines, so named for the order of nuns occupying a convent here, listen out for the sound of young musicians perfecting their art in the Conservatoire de Musique. At the corner of rue des Ursulines and rue du Petit Cupidon, go through a walkway under an innocuous-looking block of flats; you'll find a hidden park! This is the Jardin des Vikings , which is something of a misnomer, since the park's main attraction is the last vestiges of the ancient Roman wall which once circled Tours. If you double back on yourself, the next left (rue François Clouet) will take you to the Jardin des Ursulines . Perhaps here you will bask under the mature trees, while your kids try the playground. Before you leave the area, don't miss the lovely Romanesque church at the top of rue de la Porte Rouline, or the tiny Musée de Sainte Marie de l'Incarnation (see above for listing) on rue du Petit Pré.

Quartier des Prébendes [ edit ]

Explore the quiet streets west of avenue de Grammont and you will be rewarded with elegant 19th century townhouses built in the typical Tourangeau style. Rue d'Entraigues and rue Roger Salengro are both good starting points from the main avenue, and the latter will take you directly to the main focus of the neighbourhood: the Jardin des Prébendes d'Oé . This much-loved municipal park dates from 1872, and was designed in the style of an English landscape garden. Among the park's admirers was Léopold Sédar Senghor, president of Senegal, and one of 20th-century Africa's great intellectuals, who wrote a poem for the garden while teaching in Tours in the 1930s. There are plenty of flowers and mature trees, and the giant sequoias are especially prized by locals. You will also find two music bandstands, a large pond with bridges, and fountains and statues dedicated to famous Tourangeaux, among them Pierre de Ronsard. As with the Botanical Gardens, the lawns are set aside for picnics and there is a play area for children.

Do [ edit ]

• Cycle , walk or jog along the Loire : Starting at Pont Wilson, on either bank of the river, you can walk or cycle for many miles up- or down-stream.
• Visit La Gloriette [dead link] , a public park south-west of the centre with an experimental vegetable garden and an adventure park, high in the trees. For Free!
• Le Petit Train de Tours ( road train ) ( Departs from boulevard Heurteloup in front of the tourist information centre ), ☏ +33 6 63 18 45 68 . May–Sep every day; Apr, Oct weekends only: departures every hour on the hour from 10:00 to 18:00, except 13:00 . A delightful little road train that follows a circular route through the city centre, passing by all the major landmarks on the way. Adults (13 and over) €6.50; disabled, children aged 3–12 €4.50; under 3s free. . ( updated May 2015 )
• La Calèche ( horse and carriage ride ), rue Bernard Palissy / place François Sicard ( The far end of rue Bernard Palissy from the tourist information centre. ), ☏ +33 2 47 66 70 70 . 1 May–30 Sep, Christmas holidays Tu–Sa 10:00, 11:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00; Su bank holidays 15:00, 16:00, 17:00 . See Tours in style, for a very attractive price. €1.50, free with a Fil Bleu monthly pass . ( updated May 2015 )

Learn [ edit ]

The Université Francois-Rabelais offers French courses for people of any level and from any country starting at the beginning of September and ending in May, costing between €1,000-€1,500. Classes are held at the Fromont campus west of the city centre in a quiet residential neighbourhood.

Buy [ edit ]

Brand shopping [ edit ].

There are several major shopping destinations in Tours. Most people who work in these shops are young so there is a large possibility that they will speak English. Never start speaking English with someone before asking politely: "Parlez-vous anglais?" (pronunciation: par-lay voo on-glay). It is also polite to start with "Bonjour" or "Bonsoir", depending on the time of day, before you say anything else.

• Rue Nationale is the beautifully-pedestrianised main shopping street in central Tours, where the only traffic is the occasional tram gliding past. Along with surrounding streets (west into the New Town around Place de la Résistance', and south past Place Jean Jaurès to Rue Bordeaux ), this is home to many high street brand names including a large Galéries Lafayette department store and is especially busy in the early evening. There is also a small indoor shopping mall halfway along Rue Nationale called Galéries Nationale which complements the main street rather well without taking away its business.
• L'Heure Tranquille ( L'Heure Tranquille tram stop is 15 minutes' ride from central Tours and just outside the centre. Driving not recommended, though if you do the first 90 minutes' parking are free. ). Open every day 10:00–20:00 . A new shopping and leisure centre that has a good selection of shops, as well as eating and entertainment facilities (cinema, bowling, laser tag) ( updated Jan 2016 )
• Les Atlantes , Avenue Jacques Duclos, 37700 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps ( Easily reachable in 10 minutes on the 3a / 3b bus from Jean Jaurès or in front of the railway station (Vinci end). Driving not recommended. ), ☏ +33 2 47 32 25 25 . M–Th 9:30–20:30; F Sa 8:30–21:30; Su closed . An out-of-town shopping centre with several large hypermarkets, notably Carrefour, IKEA and Toys 'R' Us, and lots of smaller chain stores. ( updated Jan 2016 )

Souvenirs and crafts [ edit ]

• The Old Town particularly has many tourist-oriented shops and is also home to the Quartier Artisanal, where you can purchase locally-made arts, crafts and other handmade œuvres
• Head to Rue de la Scellerie for the best collection of antiques stores in the Loire.
• The vast majority of newsagents and tobacconists (identified by a red diamond "TABAC" sign) in central Tours stock postcards and basic souvenirs such as fridge magnets.

Food shopping [ edit ]

Apart from the Halles covered market hall (more about that below), there are a few food shops and supermarkets which may be useful for your stay. Note that almost everything of this genre is shut on Sundays.

Supermarkets [ edit ]

• Monoprix , 63-65 Rue Nationale , ☏ +33 2 47 61 96 00 . 09:00–21:00 (last entry about 20:45, when security locks the entrance doors) . The largest and best supermarket in the city centre, with a large clothing section at the front and a food hall at the back. ( updated Jan 2016 )
• [dead link] Simply Market , Two locations: Place du Général Leclerc / Place Jean Jaurès ( Leclerc: in front of the station, next to Le Grand Hôtel / Jaurès: on the corner of Rue Victor Hugo ), ☏ +33 2 47 05 29 51 (Leclerc), +33 2 47 60 11 60 (Jaurès) . Leclerc: M–Sa 7:30–20:00 / Jaurès: M–Sa 9:00–19:30 . Medium-sized and well-priced supermarkets ( updated Jan 2016 )
• Intermarché Express , 13 bis - 17 Rue Charles Gille ( One block down from Rue de Bordeaux, between the station and Jean Jaurès ), ☏ +33 2 47 70 49 49 . M–Sa 09:00–20:00, Su 09:30–13:00 . The only central supermarket open on Sundays. ( updated Jan 2016 )
• 8 à Huit , 77 Rue Colbert . Despite its rather explicit name, M–Sa 8:30–13:30, 15:00–20:00; Closed Su . French version of a 7-11, albeit with shorter opening hours. ( updated Jan 2016 )
• Cocci Market , Rue Constantine ( On the corner of Rue du Commerce heading into the Old Town ). Open every day 8:45–22:00 . Small convenience store ( updated Jan 2016 )
• A tiny off-licence on Rue Colbert simply signed Alimentation Générale ("general foodstuffs") has a surprisingly good selection of tinned foods, confectionery and some fresh fruit as well as plenty of alcohol. Best of all, it's open well into the early hours, far later than any of the supermarkets. Great for after-hours drinks and snacks!

Artisan food stores [ edit ]

• Hardouin , Two locations: 70 Rue Bernard Palissy / Les Halles de Tours ( Palissy: Next to the Vinci Convention Centre / Halles: inside the covered market. ), ☏ +33 2 47 05 12 87 . "Charcuterie tourangelle de tradition" says it all really. Easily the best and most well-known charcutier (delicatessen) in the Touraine, serving dried and cured meats and saucisson, cheeses, and wonderful seasonal pastries, all using locally-sourced ingredients. ( updated Jan 2016 )
• Any one of the dozens of boulangeries / patisseries around town. No directions needed, there's one on practically every corner. While all are of good quality and sell roughly the same mix of bread, pastries and desserts, different shops specialise in different products; you may find the place that does your favourite baguettes may not sell the tastiest croissants, the best place for a cheeky quiche or tartine may not have the nicest selection of cakes, etc. So shop around, explore and enjoy!

Markets [ edit ]

Eat [ edit ].

Place Plumereau and Rue Colbert are arguably the best two places to eat in Tours. Rue Colbert has cuisines from all over the world including Iranian, Turkish, Arab, Japanese, previous French colonies and Italian.

Budget [ edit ]

There are many kebab (shawerma) restaurants all over.

• 47.394319 0.68529 1 Restaurant Le onze Tours , 11 Pl. de la Résistance . Brasserie ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.394271 0.682123 2 Au Maître Carré , 23 Rue de la Monnaie . French ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.394103 0.678618 3 Brasserie de la Victoire , 14 Pl. de la Victoire . ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.394062 0.690137 4 La Dînette , 3 Rue Corneille . ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.395748 0.693592 5 La Grange des Celtes , 22 Rue Lavoisier . Crêperie ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.396322 0.693116 6 Désir Des Mets , 134 Rue Colbert . Hamburgers ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.394034 0.681137 7 Mei-Wei , 14 Rue de la Rôtisserie . Hot pot ( updated Feb 2023 )

Mid-range [ edit ]

• 47.387257 0.690542 8 Restaurant Grill Le Twistin , 5 Rue Auguste Comte . French cuisine ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.395646 0.688101 9 Maison Colbert , 26 Rue Colbert . French cuisine. ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.395869 0.693543 10 L'Hédoniste , 16 Rue Lavoisier . French cuisine ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.395204 0.68532 11 Boll N Roll , 17 Rue du Commerce . Vegetarian ( updated Feb 2023 )

Splurge [ edit ]

• 47.392133 0.679864 12 La Maison des Halles , 19 Pl. des Halles . ( updated Feb 2023 )
• 47.387097 0.611675 13 Auberge De Port-Vallières , 195 Quai des Bateliers . ( updated Feb 2023 )

Drink [ edit ]

• L'Academie de la Biere Bar at the end of Rue Colbert with about 200 types of beer, along with a tiny dance area.
• Place Plumereau There are lots of places to drink in the old town around Place Plumereau. Many people go to the square at night and people just sit on chairs placed there belonging to restaurants surrounding the square, sometimes maybe not even knowing whose chairs they are.
• The Pale , 18 Place Foire le Roi . An Irish pub popular with Erasmus and American exchange students, a great place to go if you are feeling lost and don't speak any French as the clientele is about 75% Anglophone and all the staff are Irish.  
• Le Café Chaud , 33 Rue Briconnet . A nightclub aimed at 18-30s, cool bar area on ground level and downstairs club area with cheesy music, a dancefloor and another bar. Try a cocktail, they are very large and reasonably priced, the 'Malmaison' is popular. Entry is free, though they require you to buy a cocktail. Open every night.  
• Le G.I , 13 Rue Lavoisier . Tours' main gay club . Mostly gay men (with female friends) and lesbians, although anybody is admitted on the weekends. Expect to pay about €10-15 entry, but that price includes a drink ticket that can be redeemed at the bar. You need to ring the doorbell to get in, a safety procedure, but don't be put off by this as the door staff are welcoming. Almost nobody arrives before 1am.  
• ZooStation - huge out of town club on the north end of Tours, free parking with a car, however to avoid getting lost on the way it is advisable to jump into a taxi and say "Zoostation s'il vous plait", the driver will know where you mean and will cost about €10 each way. Drinks are pricy but the entrance fee is low, the music is mostly American and French R&B. Best enjoyed if there is a group of you as Saturday nights are busy and, like any large club, there may be some people who are out to pick a fight.
• L'Excalibur , 35 Rue Briconnet ( just next to Le Café Chaud ). It is very small but is the place to be for the "uber-cool" crowd.  
• Le Pyms . Another large club located along the Avenue de Grammont to the south of the town center. A bit out of the way, but very popular with students. The club includes two dance floors and has many theme nights.  

Sleep [ edit ]

• AJ du Vieux Tours 5 , Rue Bretonneau, is a cheap, safe and clean hostel with no curfew. Individual, long-stay rooms are ideal for international students in Tours as the staff speak English and is a great way to make friends quickly. Has communal bathroom facilities and meals are available to buy in the cafeteria area. Also has cooking facilities for making your own meals. Great location next to a couple of internet cafés and all the bars and pubs of Place Plumereau , and just across the road from the main campus of the Université Francois-Rabelais .

Stay safe [ edit ]

Tours is a very safe city in comparison to other French cities. But if you don't speak French, you might get intimidated by homeless people asking you something in French, most likely asking for spare change or a cigarette if they see you smoking.

Almost all areas in Tours are safe during the daytime. However, the quartiers to the southeast and east of the city are best avoided at night, and there are many high-rise low-rent apartment buildings. This goes double for the nearby suburb of Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, where the other major train station is located; avoid venturing too far from the station.

Connect [ edit ]

• Tours Val de Loire tourist office ( Office de Tourisme ), 78/82 rue Bernard Palissy ( Opposite the Centre Vinci ), ☏ +33 2 47 70 37 37 . April–September : M–Sa 8:30–19:00; Su, bank holidays 10:00–12:30, 14:30–17:00; October–March : M–Sa 9:00–12:30, 13:30–18:00; Su, bank holidays 10:00–13:00 . Good selection of brochures and leaflets and English-speaking advisors on hand. ( updated Dec 2016 )

Go next [ edit ]

• Angers Home of a chateau that houses the fantastic medieval Tapistries of the Apocalypse
• Orléans Famous through its historical association with Joan of Arc, Orleans is an interesting, cosmopolitan city
• Nantes A major city of the historic province of Brittany , sometimes called the Venice of the west
• Le Mans famous for 24 Heures du Mans, the world's oldest sports car race in endurance racing, held annually since 1923. Also has a unique and impressive cathedral.

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What a great find on a Tuesday morning! The best way to enjoy the Halles is to walk into it and take a whiff of every stand. Food is artfully highlighted. Beef, veal, poultry are respectfully displayed. Cheeses galore almost got me drunk just smelling them all! So now it's your turn to visit the halles in Tours and its surrounding..... It is quite a beautiful town!

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This market is great!! From its appearance I didn't think it was a market but I am very glad I went in anyway! There are lots of options: meat counters, desserts and pastries, boulangeries (bakeries), fresh produce! I went for lunch and got avocado and tomato from one counter and then sliced bread from another and had a very fresh and cheap lunch!

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The Les Halles Paris Food Tour is a special Food Tour because of its unique location. In effect, in the center of a French mind there is French Food. But at the center of Paris used to be a very large and bountiful market which was known as ‘les Halles’ – which stands for  ‘the Hallways’. Ten hallways of all types of foods, which as an ensemble were coined the Belly of Paris by Emile Zola. That story and much more about Parisian food culture, you will learn around this vibrant and very old neighbourhood of Paris. As you taste French onion soup and indulge in a plate of snails, you will also discover the quartier Montorgueil which hosts one of the oldest French Parisian bakeries still working, understand why some of the best cook shops are in this area (and know which ones to go to), learn about all the families of French cheeses. But you will also discover a small street where an icon of the new style of Parisian cooking, Bistronomy, also opened a wine bar where you will finish your tour with a much better appreciation for French Food and Culture – old and new.

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STEP 1:   Meet your guide in front of the Dehillerin cookware store in Paris and learn about the former Les Halles market, once known as the Belly of Paris.

STEP 2: Indulge yourself with a Choux à la crème en route to your next tasting.

STEP 3:   Explore the picturesque market streets around rue Montorgueil, where chefs and locals come to buy kitchen equipment and specialty ingredients.

STEP 4:  Learn the proper way to enjoy escargots at a restaurant that has been perfecting the recipe since 1832.  And enjoy Onion Soup with it too!

STEP 5:  Discover a street lined with beautiful food shops, some of them the oldest in Paris in their specialty.

STEP 6:   Sample just a few of France’s nearly 1,000 cheeses (and learn all about their history from your expert guide).

STEP 7:  Learn all about the modern chefs revitalizing Paris’ dining scene and discover a foodie street which captures it all, Rue du Nil.

STEP 8:   Finish things off with a glass of wine at one of Paris’ top wine bars.

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Where Are New York’s Best Acoustics? We Took a Listening Tour.

The composer Michael Gordon and members of Mantra Percussion tested the piece “Timber” in resonant spaces around the city. Here is what they learned.

By Joshua Barone

As three people struck wood with mallets under a viaduct in Queens during the morning rush hour one day in the fall, a man walked up and asked, “What do you call this music?” The players could have told him the title of the piece, Michael Gordon’s “Timber,” or given him some idea of the genre. But one, Caitlin Cawley, simply said, “Percussion.”

Cawley and her colleagues from the ensemble Mantra Percussion were at the viaduct, which runs along Queens Boulevard and under the 7 train, to test the sound of its vaulted ceiling. It was part of a project to perform “Timber,” an hourlong work from 2009, in man-made sites with idiosyncratic acoustics around New York City.

The result, called Resonant Spaces , begins on Sunday, with performances at three locations, followed by three more on April 21. In addition to the viaduct, they include Castle Clinton and Federal Hall in Lower Manhattan, and in Brooklyn, archways in Prospect Park and Dumbo, and a monument in Fort Greene Park. The free concerts will allow the public to hear New York the way percussionists do: as a limitless source of musical opportunity.

“Timber” was originally written for the Dutch group Slagwerk Den Haag. Six percussionists struck amplified two-by-fours — a take on simantras, planks of wood shaped to create specific tones, which have a history of being used in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

In the early performances of “Timber,” the simantras were made from pine, but Mantra Percussion has taken a different route. Michael McCurdy, a member, said that the score didn’t specify the wood. “When you are learning Xenakis , or anything,” he said, “when the composer says ‘wood block,’ the variety of sounds that can come from that instrument is vast.’”

For Resonant Spaces, “Timber” will be played with purpleheart — a wood so dense, McCurdy said, that the Mantra players exhausted and had to replace a circular saw for cutting the pieces. On that fall morning, he, Cawley and Joseph Bergen carried their boards and other equipment from location to location, on the subway and in rideshare cars, as they tested sites for the concerts to see where the piece would thrive.

They allowed me to join with a photographer, and to record audio at each stop.

Queens Boulevard Viaduct

Gordon described the viaduct’s grandly arched space as “really acoustically wild, almost fantastic.” As the players tested fragments of “Timber,” the sound ricocheted off the ceiling, shooting in all directions.

Under the Queens Boulevard viaduct

They tried different configurations — setting up their mounted boards close together, or far apart, in the center of the vaulted space or at the edge of it — as passers-by stopped to listen or interact with them. One woman wanted to give Cawley some cash.

Gordon was curious about a spot near the subway entrance, with a lower, flat ceiling. The sound wasn’t as spectacular, but the performance still caught the attention of a man who said with astonishment: “It’s wood. I’m walking over here wondering what’s going on, but it’s just wood. That’s astounding.”

After a brief pause, Gordon looked at him and, like any good New Yorker, said, “You know that you’re wearing a Red Sox hat, right?”

Endale Arch

After a car ride from Queens, the group arrived at the entrance of Prospect Park, and walked to the Endale Arch. The short tunnel, strikingly lined with alternating panels of pine and walnut, is one of the original architectural features from the park’s creation more than 150 years ago.

Under the Endale Arch

Under the arch, while runners, confused and frightened dogs, and school groups passed, Gordon and the Mantra players tried the most configurations of any location they visited that day. They found that the sound could be severe, but better if they let it reflect off one of the tunnel’s brick nooks, and best if they spaced out the instruments, especially at either entrance. McCurdy smiled as he asked the others whether they could hear overtones emerging from the resonance.

“It was a little harsh and loud,” Gordon said of the space. “It was amplifying the sound and also bringing out the bright overtones.” Milder, he added, was an area of Fort Greene Park in front of the Prison Ship Martyrs’ Monument, where the Mantra musicians had previously played “Timber.” (They will be back there on April 21). “That,” Gordon said, “is not particularly loud or reverberant, but it’s much more subtle and kind of beautiful.”

Federal Hall

The group then hauled its equipment onto the 2 train, getting out at the Wall Street stop to test the rotunda of Federal Hall, the first home of the U.S. Congress and the site of George Washington’s swearing in as president.

Inside Federal Hall

On the way, the percussionists played in the subway exit — a tinny corridor lined with tile — as well as in Kevin Roche’s postmodern lobby of 60 Wall Street (now closed for renovation and likely demolition), before arriving at Federal Hall. There was a school group visiting, and the children began to gather around the trio as they played. Afterward, the students asked to try for themselves, and took turns striking the wood.

Of the day’s stops, the rotunda was the most naturally reverberant. “It was so thick with reverb and delay that you could hardly make out what they were playing,” Gordon said. “The distinction was almost completely lost. The sound is bouncing off the walls and off the floor, and it just doesn’t stop. You’re just really drenched in sound.”

Bethesda Terrace

From there, it was back to the subway and up to the Upper West Side for a stop at Central Park, where the musicians made their way to the arcade under Bethesda Terrace. When they arrived, they had competition, not so much from the wedding party shuffling around for a photo shoot or the children’s entertainer making large bubbles, but from other musicians: Cover Story Doo-Wop , an ensemble of four vocalists and a bass player that had attracted a large audience.

Inside the Bethesda Terrace Arcade

But after being offered cash and cutting a deal for the Mantra players to be quick, Cover Story took a break and stood the side while the percussionists set up their instruments and got started. This heavily trafficked area of the park offered the most passers-by yet, but also the most indifferent ones; few stopped to listen, and no one stopped for conversation.

Gordon and the Mantra musicians decided not to perform in Central Park. It seemed chaotic, Gordon said, and he got the impression that they “were not going to get the feeling or the focus of people who actually showed up and wanted to hear it.”

AFTER A DAY of hearing “Timber” around New York, Gordon said that he didn’t think the spaces materially changed the music. “The piece is the piece,” he said. “I think it’s less about what places do to the piece as what it does to our awareness of the spaces we walk through.”

That’s what audience members, those who plan to attend or those who stumble across the performances, could get out of Resonant Spaces. “Walking through the viaduct is a phenomenal experience,” Gordon said. “But it’s one we all have. We go to the park and walk through a tunnel. Central Park is full of them. These places aren’t hidden. But their acoustical properties — those kind of are.”

Joshua Barone is the assistant classical music and dance editor on the Culture Desk and a contributing classical music critic. More about Joshua Barone

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SCU Campus Visit

We are excited to welcome you to SCU! Visiting our campus is one of the best ways to see for yourself why it’s a great time to be a Bronco. We offer a variety of opportunities to explore campus either in person or from home.  

Book Your Visit

Campus tours are offered Monday through Friday and most Saturdays during the academic year (October-May). 

Monday - Friday

9:00 AM Information Presentation and Campus Tour    1:00 PM Information Presentation and Campus Tour

Select Saturdays (available on select Saturdays October-May)

9:00 AM Information Presentation and Campus Tour     10:30 AM Information Presentation and Campus Tour

Additional Visits

There are times during the year where we will offer visits that are only an information session or only a tour. They will be noted as such on the calendar.  On dates students are not in session, guides may be limited and self-guided tours may be offered as an alternative. Self-guided campus tours are a great way for visitors to see the campus on their own time and at their own pace. Online registration will remain open until we reach our capacity; otherwise, online registration will close the day prior to the tour date. If your preferred date and time are at capacity, please call us at 408-554-4700. It is possible that we may have cancellations or may open extra spaces. 

Safety Protocols

The well-being and safety of our visitors and campus community are our top priority. During your visit, we will be following federal, state, and local public health orders ; as well as institutional policies, to minimize the spread of COVID-19.  Guests should plan to reschedule their visit if anyone in the party or household has tested positive for COVID-19 or displays symptoms of COVID-19. Additionally, should anyone in the party feel unwell, we ask that you reschedule your visit.  Please note: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public spaces where people are present. By attending our in-person information sessions, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.  Masks are recommended, but not required for vaccinated persons. Unvaccinated individuals are required to wear masks. Our campus visits are designed to be small. We have a limit of two guests per prospective student. Additionally, we ask that you limit your party to your immediate family only. Since space is limited, our tours will be first come, first served. We are unable to accommodate same day drop-in visits or larger, unauthorized group visits until further notice. Due to unforeseen circumstances surrounding COVID-19, poor air quality (based on an AQI of 150 or higher ), or other situations, the Undergraduate Admission Office may cancel your visit and will contact you via phone and email. 

Instructions

Choose an available date on the calendar below. Then click on the "Campus Visit" for the time that works best for you. Fill out the registration form and submit. You'll receive a confirmation email with details. If you are interested in joining us virtually, check out our calendar of virtual information sessions and LIVE virtual campus tours.

Grand logement de charme Vieux Tours #Halles

13 Rue de la Grosse Tour, 37000 Tours, France – Excellent location – show map

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• Entire apartment
• 366 ft² size
• Pet friendly
• Washing machine
• Free parking
• Non-smoking rooms

Grand logement de charme Vieux Tours #Halles is located in Tours, just 3.1 miles from Saint-Pierre-des-Corps Train Station and 10 miles from Château de Villandry. The property is around 1.8 miles from Chateau de Plessis-lès-Tours, 2.4 miles from Ronsard House, and 2.8 miles from Parc des Expositions Tours. The property is 500 yards from the city center and a 4-minute walk from Basilica of Saint Martin. With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Hotel Goüin Museum, Vinci International Congress Center, and Tours Train Station. The nearest airport is Tours Loire Valley Airport, 3.7 miles from Grand logement de charme Vieux Tours #Halles.

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Located in the real heart of Tours, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0!

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• Kitchenware
• Electric kettle
• Refrigerator
• Kitchenette
• Walk-in closet
• Toilet paper
• Dining area
• Sitting area
• Streaming service (like Netflix)
• Flat-screen TV
• Private entrance
• Tea/Coffee maker
• Private apartment in building
• Smoke-free property

Property practices

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From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to EUR 500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy .

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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 crib available on request.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy .

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Grand logement de charme Vieux Tours #Halles is 2,800 feet from the center of Tours. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Check-in at Grand logement de charme Vieux Tours #Halles is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

The Best of Tours

Convention centers.

• Parc des Expositions Tours
• Vinci International Congress Center
• Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
• Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre

Golf Courses

• Touraine Golf Course

Institutions

• Touraine Chamber of Commerce
• Tours Town Hall
• Tours High Court
• Indre-et-Loire Prefecture
• Chateau de Plessis-lès-Tours
• Tours Cathedral
• Basilica of Saint-Julien
• Château de Villandry
• Basilica of Saint Martin
• Château de Cinq Mars
• Château de Tours
• Hotel Goüin Museum
• Ronsard House
• Museum of Natural History of Tours
• Musée du Compagnonnage
• Prebendes d'Oe Gardens

Popular Areas

• Place Plumereau

Shopping Areas

• Les Halles de Tours Market
• Tours Loire Valley Airport (TUF) 3.4 miles
• Arnage Airport (LME) 44.4 miles
• Angers Loire Airport (ANE) 47.8 miles

Train Stations

• Saint-Pierre-des-Corps Train Station
• Tours Train Station

Most Popular Cities

• Chenonceaux
• Chambray-lès-Tours

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Visit the Museum

Back in 1968, two scientists, Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore founded Intel with a vision for semiconductor memory products. Since then, Intel has established a heritage of innovation that improves the life of every person on the planet. Visit the Intel Museum to learn more about Intel's history, the science behind the semiconductor industry and much more.

Plan Your Visit

Admission and parking are free of charge. Reservations are not required.

The Intel Museum and Intel Store are located at the Robert Noyce Building at 2200 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Call the Intel Museum at 408-765-5050 or email us at [email protected].

Intel Museum Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Intel Store Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Intel Museum will be closed: Friday, April 12 at Noon Thursday, April 18 until Noon Tuesday, April 30

Student and Youth Group Field Trips

Free Field Trips for Grades 2-12

Museum staff engage students and youth groups as they explore the complex world of silicon technology to help them understand how Intel is changing the way we live, work, and play. Students learn about Intel® microprocessor history, silicon chip design, chip fabrication, the clean room and more. Interactive exhibits encourage students to explore concepts in a fun and educational manner.

Field trip programs last two hours and are tailored for grades 2nd – 12th. Field trip programs include a hands-on class and a guided museum tour. Each field trip program can accommodate a group of up to 36 students plus required chaperones.

For school and youth groups with more than 36 students, please book 2 separate dates or select a self-guided visit.

Field trips will resume in May 2024.

Schedule a tour

Group Tours

Groups of up to 15 can schedule 30 or 60-minute tours by advance reservation.  Groups up to 30 can schedule staggered start times where there is availability.

Guided tours will resume in May 2024.

Self-Guided Visits

Self-paced visits are always welcome. Drop-in requests for guided tours will be accommodated, if possible. However, advance reservation is recommended.  We ask self-guided groups larger than 20 to provide advance notice to allow us to suggest the best time to visit.

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Take a virtual tour of the Intel Museum and learn about Intel’s history, hear from the founders, and explore the science behind the industry. Look inside an Intel fabrication facility (fab for short) and learn how Intel builds the world’s tiniest, most complex machines: processors, memory and other silicon chips.

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View our timeline to learn more about Intel history and the people who have changed the world.  Explore the people, places, products and advertising of Intel.

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Take a deeper dive into Intel history with stories from the Intel Corporate Archives on the products, places and people that have shaped the future of technology.

Read the Company Overview

Intel’s technology has been at the heart of computing breakthroughs since the company was founded in 1968. We are an industry leader, creating world-changing technology that enables global progress and enriches lives.

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Go behind the scenes in the high-tech world of California’s famed Silicon Valley. See what it’s like inside an ultra-clean, highly automated silicon chip factory, and connect with technologies that give us new ways to work, learn, play, and communicate.

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Deep Purple announces 2024 tour with Yes. Get tickets today

In 1972, Deep Purple released the iconic “Smoke On The Water.”

Now, 52 years (!) later, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will celebrate their mega hit on their ‘1 More Time Tour’ with fellow Rock Hall inductees Yes all summer long.

Along the way, Ian Gillan and co. are scheduled to make five New York and New Jersey stops.

First, the heavy hitmakers drop into Camden, NJ’s Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on Friday, Aug. 30.

After that, the London natives swoop into Holmdel, NJ’s PNC Bank Arts Center on Aug. 31, Wantagh, NY’s Jones Beach Theater on Sept. 1 and Saratoga Springs, NY’s Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Sept. 4.

Deep Purple closes their NY run at Bethel’s Bethel Woods Center For The Arts on Sept. 6.

For fans that can’t wait to rock out to “Hush,” “Highway Star,” “Space Truckin'” — and of course “Smoke On The Water” — tickets for all North American concerts can be picked up as soon as today.

Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, April 12, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.

Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.

A complete calendar including all North American tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.

The band closed the North American leg of their 2023 tour in Orlando on Feb. 21.

According to Set List FM , here’s what Deep Purple performed — including guitar, keyboard and bass solos — that evening:

01.) “Highway Star”

02.) “Pictures of Home”

03.) “No Need to Shout”

04.) “Nothing at All”

05.) “Guitar Solo”

06.) “Uncommon Man”

07.) “Lazy”

08.) “When a Blind Man Cries”

09.) “Anya”

10.) “Keyboard Solo”

11.) “Perfect Strangers”

12.) “Space Truckin'”

13.) “Smoke on the Water”

14.) “Hush” (Joe South cover)

15.) “Bass Solo”

16.) “Black Night”

Being together for 56 years doesn’t mean Deep Purple doesn’t have more to give to the world.

In 2022, the band reached deep into their archives and dug out “ Extras: The Infinite B Sides and Bonus Songs”  which is a must for any Purple superfan.

However, what we found most interesting was the band’s latest record of original music, 2021’s bluesy, New Orleans-y  “Turning To Crime.”

Featuring epic rock (“7 and 7 Is”) as well as lively party startin’ tunes (“Rockin’ Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu”) and covers from B.B. King (“Let the Good Times Roll”) and Cream (“White Room”), the album is certainly a departure from the hard rockers’ heavy fare they’re famous for.

Still, for our money, the best track on the record is the Southern-fried rock and roll number “Oh Well.”

We’ve been listening to it on repeat all day.

You can hear the jubilant  “Turning To Crime” album in its entirety here .

After over 50 years together — they formed in 1968 — the core of Deep Purple remains the same.

Should you attend a show, here’s who you’ll likely see take the stage:

Ian Gillan lead vocals, harmonica, percussion (1969–1973, 1984–1989, 1992–present)

Roger Glover bass, keyboards, occasional backing vocals (1969–1973, 1984–present)

Ian Paice drums (1968–1976, 1984–present)

Don Airey keyboards (2002–present)

Simon McBride guitars, backing vocals (2022–present)

This tour is a twofer.

Joining Deep Purple on the road are fellow Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Yes.

The long-running prog band is known for their hits like “Owner of A Lonely Heart,” “Roundabout,” “I’ve Seen All Good People” and many, many more.

If you want to dive into their deep catalog, you can find all of Yes’ music here .

It’s hard to believe the ’60s were over 50 years ago now.

Still, many acts that defined the sound of the groundbreaking musical era are still kicking it and on the road this year.

Here are just five of our favorite acts that have been rocking out since Nixon was in office that you can see live in the next few months.

•  Rolling Stones

•  Robert Plant with Allison Krauss

•  Bob Dylan with Willie Nelson

•  Ringo Starr

•  Graham Nash

Need even more classic rock in your life? We’ve got you covered. Check out our list of the  52 biggest classic rockers on tour in 2024 here to find out.

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Explore SCU's campus by using the multiple resources our community has put together. We know traveling can be difficult, so tell us if you plan to visit.

We will stop offering tours starting Dec 12 and resume on January 9. You are more than welcomed to come visit campus and do a self-guided tour.  

Book your visit to Santa Clara University. The tour begins with a presentation with an admission counselor and is followed with a campus tour with one of SCU's own student ambassadors .

Unable to make the trip to SCU? We offer virtual sessions and events with admission counselors, current students, staff and faculty.

Join us to experience what's happening at the School of Engineering! We are excited to offer small, virtual and in-person tours to prospective high school or transfer students and families, led by our undergraduate engineering students

Specific for users with an IOS device. Once you download the Mobile SCU app, navigate over to the Visitor's Guide in the app for our tour. 

Specific for users that use Google Play store. Once you download the Mobile SCU app, navigate over to the Visitor's Guide in the app for our tour. 

Download for directions to our campus check-in and parking.

Visitor Resources

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Covid 19 Updates

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Take a look inside of the 9 housing options at SCU.

Franklin Square Shops, services, and restaurants including Mio Vicino, Jasmine Thai, Taplands, and the Saturday Farmers Market. Santana Row The Rodeo Drive of Silicon Valley. High-end shopping, trendy apparel, dining and treats. Westfield Valley Fair Upscale shopping mall. 250 retailers and restaurants, 2.2 million square feet of retail space. Santa Clara Town Center Sprouts Market, Target, Habit Burger, China Stix, Chipotle, Peet’s Coffee, Panera Bread, and Mission City Grill. San Jose Market Center Large shopping center for anything you need. Target, Trader Joe’s, Office Max.

San Pedro Square Market Downtown San Jose’s vibrant hot spot. Local food and drinks, patio dining, live entertainment.

San Jose Municipal Rose Garden Named “America’s Best Rose Garden” with 3,500 plantings and almost 200 varieties. The Tech Museum This hands-on museum also features an IMAX movie theater San Jose Museum of Art Modern and contemporary art museum in downtown San Jose Villa Montalvo A scenic, tree-themed park filled with gardens Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Games and rides on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach.

Santa Clara Farmers Market Open every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

The Hut(BBQ) 3200 The Alameda, Santa Clara

Jasmine Thai 1211 Franklin Mall, Santa Clara

Ike’s Sandwiches 2235 The Alameda, Santa Clara

Taqueria La Veracruzana 1510 Jackson St, Santa Clara

Achilles Mediterranean 2521 Newhall St, Santa Clara

Park Station Hashery 1701 Park Ave, San Jose

Kenji Sushi 385 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

Pizza Antica 334 Santana Row #1065, San Jose In-N-Out Burger In-N-Out Burger, 550 Newhall Dr, San Jose

Almaden Quicksilver County Park County park with a history of mining offers hiking,  biking & equestrian trails amid wild flowers. Alum Rock Park Spacious park featuring hiking & biking trails,  mineral springs & several picnic areas. St. Joseph’s Hill Preserve This 270-acre site welcomes dogs & provides challenging trails for hikers, bikers & equestrians. Castle Rock State Park Park offers 32 miles of hiking & horseback riding trails among redwoods & other regional trees.

Mission Peak Regional Preserve Vast mountain preserve popular for biking, hiking, horseback riding, R/C flying and hang-gliding.

Tour Questions

Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission for any questions. 

Front Desk: 408-554-4700 Email: [email protected]

Book your group visit to Santa Clara University. Group visits are only available for groups of 10-60. 

Aerosmith will be playing TD Garden on New Years Eve. Here's what to know.

Aerosmith is set to let the music to do the talking after posting their rescheduled "Peace Out" farewell tour dates on social media, which include a New Year's Eve show in Boston.

This launch comes after health issues for frontman Steven Tyler  caused the band to delay the start of the tour over seven months ago.

"We’re thrilled to announce new dates for our 2024 PEACE OUT Tour," the rock mainstays wrote on their social media. "All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled shows."

Aerosmith is expected to play 40 shows, including TD Garden in Boston on New Year’s Eve.

The tour kicks off in Pittsburgh, Penn., in September and finishes in Buffalo, N.Y., in February.

The full story on the postponement: Injury to Aerosmith's Steven Tyler forces postponement of remaining 2023 tour dates

How to get tickets to Aerosmith at TD Garden

Tickets for the  rescheduled dates and newly added concerts are on sale now on Ticketmaster. Find them here.

What to know about Aerosmith's MA connections

Originating in Boston, Aerosmith formed in 1970 and played their first concert at what is now called Miscoe Hill Middle School in Mendon.

They have collected several Grammys and other music awards, performed at the Super Bowl and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.

Tyler and his bandmates have all called the South Shore home. Guitarist  Joe Perry  sold his Duxbury mansion in 2022. At one point, Tyler, Kramer and Whitford all lived in Marshfield. Bassist Tom Hamilton was the outlier, living in Boston and Cape Cod. Tyler and Perry even owned a music club, Mount Blue, in Norwell in 1997.

Tyler is still a part-time Marshfield resident.

Rin Velasco is a trending reporter. She can be reached at [email protected] .