Calais City Self Guided Walking Tour with an App

Highlights

Inclusions

Itinerary

1. Marvel at the Grand Théâtre de Calais a Belle Époque gem with ornate arches, statues, and Parisian flair. Built in 1905 on a former cemetery, it now dazzles with music, drama, and velvet charm.

   Passes by

2. Wander through shady plane trees, charming 19th-century facades, and cozy cafés. Smell fresh bread, spot vibrant street art, and step back into Calais’ golden age of trams and lacework charm.

   5 min

3. Behold Calais’ Town Hall a fairytale marvel of red brick, pale stone, and a soaring 75m clock tower. Its Flemish Renaissance style and Gothic windows are a breathtaking ode to timeless elegance.

   10 min

4. The Belfry of Calais’ Town Hall is a UNESCO World Heritage gem, symbolizing civic pride. Its stunning design is part of a historic network of belfries across France and Belgium.

   10 min

5. The Monument aux Morts honors Calais’ fallen heroes with a towering tribute of Victory, a grieving France, and a brave soldier. Unveiled in 1904, it immortalizes sacrifice, courage, and patriotism.

   10 min

6. Saint-Pierre Park, a lush escape since 1863, features tree-lined paths, floral art, sculptures, and the iconic Three Graces Fountain marking Calais’ first fresh water from the Guînes Canal.

   5 min

7. Spot the maroon facade of Calais’ Tourist Office your go-to for maps, tips, and friendly advice. Step inside for souvenirs or to plan your perfect Calais adventure with local insights.

   5 min

8. Richelieu Park blends nature and history with 7 acres of trails, a fish-filled waterfall, and a Churchill–De Gaulle statue honoring unity and offering calm in the heart of Calais.

   5 min

9. Just steps from Richelieu Park, Calais Museum of Fine Arts showcases Flemish masters, Rodin, Picasso, and 400,000 lace pieces blending fine art and fashion in a true cultural gem.

   15 minAdmission included

10. Rue Royale charms with cozy shops, local treats, and post-war resilience. Rebuilt in brick after WWII, it’s a relaxed stroll full of hidden gems, inviting scents, and everyday French life.

    5 min

11. Église Notre-Dame de Calais blends Tudor and Gothic styles, wartime scars, royal weddings, and Rubens’ art. Beneath it lie ancient crypts adding mystery to this historic and resilient landmark.

    20 min

12. Place d’Armes blends history and charm from its 13th-century watchtower to lively markets and cafés. Once a medieval hub, now a vibrant square full of life, flavor, and timeless Calais spirit.

    5 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Arras

• Its from-price is 97% below the median of the 33 experiences we list in Arras.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Arras

Arras, in northern France, is known for two grand arcaded squares of Flemish-style gabled houses, a tall belfry and its First World War history.

Arras sits in the chalk country of Artois, in northern France, and has been a centre of trade and cloth since the Middle Ages, when its woven hangings were so celebrated that the word arras came to mean a wall hanging in English. The Grand'Place and the Place des Héros, two linked squares, are lined with arcades and tall gabled houses in the Flemish Baroque style, rebuilt faithfully after the First World War.

Top-ranked sights in Arras: Wellington Quarry (Carrière Wellington).

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