Lille Flandres stationLille Flandres station
©Lille Flandres station|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille

Escapades in Lille Ideas for itineraries to better appreciate the city

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What’s a typical day or weekend in the heart of Flanders’ capital? Follow our recommendations to discover the city and its many opportunities. Put on your shoes, we’ll take you for a stroll!

Ideas for exits

The Lille Tourist Office has put together a list of the best places to go and things to do in Lille and the surrounding area. Get ready to spend your happiest moments with us!

Grand PlaceLille Centre Ville Laurent Javoy 8 Min
©Grand Place|Laurent Javoy - Hello lille
Lille in 1 day
Lille is a city overflowing with things to see and do. It’s hard to know where to start… Fortunately, we’ve put together a handy guide to help you make the...
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Mosaic GardenMosaic Garden
©Mosaic Garden|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Lille in 2 days
Are you spending the weekend in Lille and don’t know where to start? With so many museums, sensational exhibitions and events every day, it’s hard to get bored!
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Goddess columnGoddess column
©Goddess column|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Lille in 3 days
The perfect destination for long weekends, Lille is packed with things to see and do. Take advantage of its gastronomy by sampling a number of local specialties, its culture by...
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The essentials Live this experience

Where to sleep? Find the accommodation of your dreams

There are those who prefer to be close to everything, those who prefer to be in the middle of nature, or even those who prefer to have complete accommodation. Whatever your preference, there’s sure to be accommodation to suit you in Lille and the surrounding area.

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Guided tour of Old Lille A must-do without hesitation

The city’s oldest district attracts crowds with its remarkable rehabilitation and picturesque architecture. Take a stroll through Vieux-Lille and let us tell you all about its history.

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Get the best advice for peace of mind

Need ideas for outings? Lille Tourist Office has all the answers! Our tourist advisors can recommend the best places to go, depending on what you’re looking for.

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Experience Lille through our tours and activities

Explore Lille and its many facets

Musée Lam de Villeneuve d'AscqMusée Lam de Villeneuve d'Ascq
©Lam Museum|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
LaM, museum of modern art
Place du Général de Gaulle or Grand PlacePlace du Général de Gaulle or Grand Place
©Place du Général de Gaulle or Grand Place|Lille Tourisme
Must-see places
Brioches from SylvanaBrioches from Sylvana
©Brioches from Sylvana|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Sweet treats
Palace of Fine ArtsPalace of Fine Arts
©Palace of Fine Arts|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Cultural routes to follow
Sculptures at the foot of the town hall belfrySculptures at the foot of the town hall belfry
©Sculptures at the foot of the town hall belfry|Lille Tourisme
The history of Lille
Platter of fried mussels and a beerMussels and French fries
©Mussels and French fries|Laurent Ghesquiere - Lille Tourisme
Eating well and enjoying
Citadel ramparts in AutumnCitadel ramparts in Autumn
©Citadel ramparts in Autumn|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
La Citadelle, the work of Vauban
City Tour bus in front of Palais RihourCity Tour Bus in front of Palais Rihour
©City Tour|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Unmissable experiences
Mosaic GardenMosaic Garden
©Mosaic Garden|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Lille in 2 days
Braderie De Lille 2023Braderie De Lille
©Braderie De Lille|Laurent Javoy - Hello Lille
Calendar of major events
Convent of the Visitation in RoubaixConvent of the Visitation
©Convent of the Visitation|Lille Tourisme
Alternative locations
Wazemmes marketWazemmes market
©Wazemmes market|Maxime Dufour Photographies - Lille Tourisme
Market appointments