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Are you planning to visit Strasbourg<\/strong> for a weekend or during your holidays? Whatever the length of your stay in Alsace, enjoy a unique experience by discovering Strasbourg by VTC. Drive me Driver organizes customized tours for you. You will be able to better enjoy the must-see places and activities in Strasbourg. Go on an excursion rich in discoveries with your private driver! <\/p>\n\n

Visit Strasbourg by VTC: 5 must-see places<\/h2>\n\n

The date of the stay is set, the hotel is booked, all you have to do is schedule your visits. What if you really enjoyed your Alsatian holidays by letting us organize your tourist tours<\/strong> ? Here’s a little sneak peek at what’s in store for you. <\/p>\n\n

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The Grande \u00cele, the historic centre of Strasbourg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Notre-Dame Cathedral, symbol of the city of Strasbourg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n

Notre-Dame Cathedral, symbol of the city of Strasbourg<\/h3>\n\n

Start your visit to Strasbourg with an architectural masterpiece. The famous Notre Dame Cathedral<\/strong> overlooks the city with its 142-meter-high spire. The symbol of Strasbourg, Notre-Dame is the oldest Gothic cathedral in the world. <\/p>\n\n

You can admire its superb fa\u00e7ade decorated with a multitude of characters. Inside the cathedral you will find historical wonders<\/strong> : the astronomical clock, the large rose window and its great organ. Finally, take the time to climb the 330 steps that lead you to the platform of the cathedral. The view of the city is breathtaking. <\/p>\n\n

The Grande \u00cele, the historic centre of Strasbourg<\/h3>\n\n

After your visit to the cathedral, set off to explore its neighborhood. The Big Island, classified as a World Heritage Site<\/strong> by UNESCO, can be visited on foot. You can stroll through its narrow streets and stroll from square to square. Stop at the Place du Ch\u00e2teau to visit the Palais Rohan. Walk through the famous Place Kl\u00e9ber, which hosts the Christmas Market and the Big Christmas Tree every year. <\/p>\n\n

The Petite France, the emblematic district of Strasbourg<\/h3>\n\n

Nicknamed Little Venice, Petite France is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the city<\/strong>. Crossed from one side to the other by the Ill, this district is to be visited on foot or by bike. After crossing the Ill by the covered bridges, you will enter another century. You will be greeted by picturesque half-timbered houses, including the superb Tanners’ House. Walk along the quays of the island to the Pont Tournant and don’t leave without visiting the Vauban dam. <\/p>\n\n

The Neustadt, the imperial district of the city of Strasbourg<\/h3>\n\n

If you like architecture, be sure to visit the Neustadt. This district of Strasbourg was built by the Prussian Empire in the nineteenth century. You will discover a truculent architectural mix<\/strong>. From the Italian Neo-Renaissance to Art Nouveau, huge mansions stand majestically throughout the district. The H\u00f4tel des Postes, the University Palace, the municipal baths and the Egyptian house are all must-sees in the district. <\/p>\n\n

Strasbourg’s European Quarter, a jewel in the crown of modern architecture<\/h3>\n\n

The European quarter is home to the institutions that make Strasbourg the European capital<\/strong>. You will discover: the Human Rights Palace, the Palace of Europe or the Place of Europe. End your guided tour with one of the most famous buildings in Strasbourg: the European Parliament. The ship-shaped building impresses with its disproportionate dimensions. At the end of the day, it lights up and sublimates the site. <\/p>\n\n

Visit Strasbourg: activities and tours not to be missed<\/h2>\n\n

After touring the most beautiful places in Strasbourg<\/strong>, the city still offers you a multitude of surprises.<\/p>\n\n

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The Alsace Wine Route from Strasbourg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Guided tour of Strasbourg by riverboat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n

The Alsace Wine Route from Strasbourg<\/h3>\n\n

Take advantage of your trip to take a tasting tour from Strasbourg<\/strong>. Discover the wines of Alsace and its history as you pass through the most beautiful villages in France, including the beautiful city of Colmar. <\/p>\n\n

Guided tour of Strasbourg by riverboat<\/h3>\n\n

Taking the riverboat<\/strong> is a very pleasant way to learn about the history of the city while admiring its beautiful architecture. The voice of your guide will accompany you from the Big Island to the European Parliament. You can also rent a small boat to visit Strasbourg at your leisure. <\/p>\n\n

Visit Strasbourg through the city’s museums<\/h3>\n\n

There’s nothing like a museum visit to discover the history<\/strong> of a city. Here are some must-visit museums during your trip. <\/p>\n\n