La Rochelle Tourist Map
Explore the official city center map of La Rochelle, perfect for discovering the city on foot. It highlights the main tourist attractions, museums, historical monuments, parking areas, and useful services such as the train station, tourist office, and bus lines. A practical guide to help you make the most of your stay at Hotel Champlain.
Inter Îles
Since 1988, the Compagnie Interîles has been offering trips from La Rochelle, the Ile de Ré (Saint-Martin-de-Ré), the Ile d’Oléron (Boyardville and St-Denis-d’Oléron) and La Tranche-sur-Mer.
For a few hours or the whole day, you can set off to explore Fort Boyard and the islands of Charente-Maritime (Île d’Aix, Île de Ré, Île d’Oléron).
Cr des Dames, 17000 La Rochelle
05 46 50 55 54
www.inter-iles.com
La Rochelle Aquarium
The La Rochelle Aquarium is one of the largest private aquariums in Europe. It is located not far from the Vieux-Port just after the Gabut district.
It exhibits 12,000 marine animals of 600 species in 82 aquariums. It is also a center for study and preservation.
Quai Louis Prunier, 17000 La Rochelle
05 46 34 00 00
www.aquarium-larochelle.com
The Ferris Wheel of La Rochelle
Take to the skies aboard the Grande Roue de La Rochelle for a moment of relaxation and contemplation! Enjoy a 360-degree panorama of the city, the old port and the ocean.
Pl. du Commandant de la Motte Rouge, 17000 La Rochelle
06 09 55 57 36
www.lagranderoue-larochelle.fr
Museum of Natural History
Located in the heart of the city, the Natural History Museum of La Rochelle, completely renovated in 2007 and labeled “Musée de France”, is a tool for understanding the territory in its natural and cultural dimension.
28 Rue Albert 1er, 17000 La Rochelle
05 46 41 18 25
www.museum.larochelle.fr
Le Bunker Museum in La Rochelle
Visit this incredible bunker, headquarters of the U-boat officers during the Second World War.
Built in the city center in the utmost secrecy in 1941, it is now open to the public!
8 Rue des Dames, 17000 La Rochelle
05 46 42 52 89
www.bunkerlarochelle.com
Maritime Museum of La Rochelle
Enter under the colorful flags of the museum and discover the various exhibition spaces that retrace the maritime history of La Rochelle.
Pl. Bernard Moitessier, 17000 La Rochelle
05 46 28 03 00
museemaritime.larochelle.fr
The Temple
A unique concept offering fun experiences and a bar with board games.
12 Rue Alfred Kastler, 17000 La Rochelle
05 86 58 01 42
www.temple17.fr
Escape Yourself La Rochelle
Escape Yourself is an escape game venue. It’s up to you to discover all the hidden clues that will enable you to solve the puzzle within the time limit.
The cohesion of your team will be the key.
114 Rue des Gonthières, 17000 La Rochelle
05 16 85 37 93
larochelle.escapeyourself.fr
Charles-Édouard Beltrémieux Wildlife Park
A lovely animal park where you can take a stroll. Admission is free. Located in Charruyer Park.
Pl. du 8 Mai, 17000 La Rochelle
05 46 51 51 51
larochelle.fr
Old Market of La Rochelle
The 19th-century market halls are just a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Open every morning, this market welcomes you on its outdoor square and under the market halls.
On Wednesday and Saturday mornings, from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the market extends into the surrounding streets with food and non-food products.
The Three Towers of La Rochelle
Visit the three towers of La Rochelle and climb to the top to appreciate the city from a different angle.
The Tour St Nicolas, the Tour de la Chaîne and the Tour de la Lanterne are genuine vestiges of the medieval maritime fortifications.