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The best of La Rochelle

12 experiences you shouldn't miss — the most beautiful places, attractions, markets and hidden gems.

Vieux-Port & the Medieval Towers Gateway to eight centuries
Vieux-Port & the Medieval Towers
Marché Central des Halles Oysters at nine in the morning
Marché Central des Halles
Tour de la Lanterne Rooftop Terrace Highest view in the city
Tour de la Lanterne Rooftop Terrace
André Restaurant — Seafood Institution Since 1947 Lobster where locals celebrate
André Restaurant — Seafood Institution Since 1947
Quartier Saint-Nicolas Arcaded Streets Arcades hiding in plain sight
Quartier Saint-Nicolas Arcaded Streets
Île de Ré by Bicycle Cycling through salt and vines
Île de Ré by Bicycle
Vieux-Port & the Twin Towers Medieval gatekeepers of the sea
Vieux-Port & the Twin Towers
Marché Central des Halles The city's tastiest morning ritual
Marché Central des Halles
Quartier du Gabut Fishermen's huts turned hip hangout
Quartier du Gabut
Tour de la Lanterne Rooftop 360° views above the rooftops
Tour de la Lanterne Rooftop
Les Flots Restaurant Oysters with a harbour-front view
Les Flots Restaurant
Île de Ré Salt Marshes & Cycling Routes Pedal through pink salt pans
Île de Ré Salt Marshes & Cycling Routes
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