Discovering atypical places in Nantes
Take advantage of your stay in our hotel in the centre of Nantes to discover the city from a new angle
Would you like to visit the city in a different way during your stay at the Best Western Hôtel Graslin*** in Nantes? Discover the most atypical and original places not to be missed!
Atypical places in Nantes
The Île de Versailles
10 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Embark on a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun during a walk on the Ile de Versailles. Located in the heart of the city, this artificial island created in 1831 is home to a magnificent Japanese garden.
You will find waterfalls, a Zen garden, buildings inspired by traditional Japanese architecture and much more!
The Jardin Extraordinaire
10 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Located in a former quarry, the Jardin extraordinaire de Nantes is part of an ambitious project led by the city: the Arbre aux Hérons.
The garden invites you to discover all sorts of exotic plants: banana trees, lotuses and papyrus. A 25-metre high waterfall completes the landscape.
The Butte Sainte-Anne
10 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Take a step up after your visit to the Jardin extraordinaire with the Butte Sainte-Anne! Climb the 177 steps that connect them thanks to the staircase built along one of the cliffs of the quarry.
You will be able to admire the Jardin extraordinaire from another angle, but also enjoy the view of the Île de Nantes thanks to the Promenade des Belvédères.
The Banana Shed
10 minutes by public transport from the hotel
This is one of the most atypical and popular places in Nantes. Located on former shipyards, the Hangar à Banane is home to bars, restaurants, a discotheque and an art gallery. An exceptional setting on the banks of the Loire.
The village of Trentemoult
15 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Head for an old fishing village south of the city. The village is made up of old, colourful houses that give Trentemoult an enchanting atmosphere. There are many cafés and restaurants where you can sit and enjoy the surroundings.
