What to Do in Lille in 4 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

Maison natale de Charles de Gaulle

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,10:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 5 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Hours

Location: 9 Rue Princesse， 59000 Lille

Charles de Gaulle was a famous patriotic general in France during World War II, and later became the president of France. De Gaulle was born in Lille, grew up in Paris, and slept in Colombe, and this inconspicuous house in Lille was de Gaulle in November 1890. Born on the 22nd of the month. De Gaulle was born into a family of teachers who believed in Catholicism for generations. This former residence museum has a collection of photos and memorabilia about him, including the furniture in the original house, as well as the robe he wore at his baptism, his childhood cradle, and more.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Maison natale de Charles de Gaulle, you can head to Grand'Place, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Grand'Place

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Place du Général de Gaulle, 59800 Lille

Place Charles de Gaulle, also known as the Grand Place, is located next to the Old Stock Exchange. This square is the dividing line between the old city of Lille and the new city. To the north of the square is the old city. Place de Gaulle is very big, with fountains and statues on the square. Usually, many foreign tourists come here to hang out and take pictures. There are also many commercial areas near the square.

Day 1 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Grand'Place, Montreuil Appart Holidays Sas nearby is the best place to stay.

Montreuil Appart Holidays Sas

With a stay at this apartment in Montreuil-sur-Mer, you'll be a 1-minute walk from St. Saulve Cathedral and 7 minutes by foot from Montreuil-sur-Mer Citadel. This apartment is 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from Baie de Somme and 26.5 mi (42.7 km) from Nausicaá National Sea Center. Guests will find features like an airport shuttle. Make yourself comfortable in your apartment.

Day 2 | Morning

Palais Rihour

Location: 42 Pl. Rihour, 59800 Lille, France

The Rioul Palace is a Gothic building built in the middle and late 15th century. It has a beautiful window and an octagonal brick tower on the front. The guard hall in the palace adopts a pointed arch and an ancient stone staircase. The office of the Tourist Office of Lille is also located here.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Palais Rihour, you can head to Palais des Beaux Arts, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Palais des Beaux Arts

Opening Hours: Open on Mon,2:00pm-6:00pm;Closed on Tue;Open on Wed-Thu,Sat-Sun,10:00am-6:00pm;Open on Fri,10:00am-7:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 18 Bis Rue de Valmy | Place de la Republique, 59000, Lille, France

The Lille Art Museum was built at the end of the 19th century. It is a beautiful palace-style building. It houses many famous paintings, sculptures and pottery works from the 15th century to the 20th century. You can admire Donatello, Goya, Lu Works by Bens, David (Jacques-Louis David), Monet and others.

Day 2 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Palais des Beaux Arts? Le Chat Qui Dort - Suites is one of your top choices.

Le Chat Qui Dort - Suites

The Le Chat Qui Dort - Suites is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Le Chat Qui Dort - Suites offers a pleasant stay in Lille for those traveling for business or leisure.

With Gare S.N.C.F. Lille Flandres just 1km away and Lille Airport only 12km away, transportation is very convenient. Guests will find AviaSim Lille, Furet du Nord and Église Saint-Étienne just a short distance from the hotel.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.

When it comes to Lille hotels, the Le Chat Qui Dort - Suites is highly regarded for its excellent facilities.

Day 3 | Morning

La basilique-Cathedral Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille de Lille

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Place Gilleson, 59800 Lille

Lille Cathedral is located in the center of Lille, its full name is "The Cathedral of Our Lady of Terrell", is a Roman Catholic church. The exterior of Lille Cathedral is simple and old, full of history, and the atmosphere inside is solemn and solemn. You can see a miniature model of a church in the church, and you will find that the architectural style of this church is actually very different.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Vieux-Lille nearby is the top choice before you leave La basilique-Cathedral Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille de Lille and hit the road.

Vieux-Lille

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Est de Lille Star Fort

The old city of Lille is the historical and cultural center of Lille. Its scope includes the Rioul Square, Charles de Gaulle Square and its surrounding old buildings, theater square, Grand River Embankment and other blocks. In addition to the old buildings in the style, there are many bars, restaurants and shops.

Day 3 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Vieux-Lille? Clarance Hotel Lille is one of your top choices.

Clarance Hotel Lille

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Clarance Hotel Lille offers accommodation in Lille, 400 metres from Printemps Gallery. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Private parking is available on site. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. The rooms include a private bathroom. Extras include bath robes and free toiletries. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire. Grand Place Lille is 500 metres from Clarance Hotel Lille, while The Old Lille District is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 8 km from Clarance Hotel Lille.

Day 4 | Morning

Vieille Bourse

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Place du Général de Gaulle, Lille, France

The old stock exchange was built in 1653. It is a Lille-style building with a rough stone wall. There are many huge columns and reliefs outside the building, which looks heavy and solemn. It used to be a place to compete with the stock exchanges of the big Dutch cities, and the more than two dozen houses surrounding the yard were once business houses, and are now a haven for used booksellers, flower sellers and chess players.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Hospice Comtesse Museum nearby is the top choice before you leave Vieille Bourse and hit the road.

Hospice Comtesse Museum

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Fri,Sun,10:00am-6:00pm;Open on Mon,2:00pm-6:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 32 Rue de la Monnaie, 59800 Lille, France

The Countess Workhouse Museum was formerly a workhouse built by the Countess of Flanders in 1236. It has been converted into a museum since 1969. It mainly displays a variety of pottery, glazed tiles and 17th-century sculptures. painting. In addition, the museum displays paintings from the Flemish period and about northern France, and there are regular art exhibitions here.

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