France · LA ROCHELLE TOURS
The 14 best la rochelle tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
2h10 boat cruise from La Rochelle to Fort Boyard with guided tour, island views, and QR audio. Pets free, $25 per person.
Enjoy a 2-hour La Rochelle sunset sailing cruise on a 16-meter maxi-catamaran, with engines off for real sail time and harbor views.
“This is the cruise to go on! Everything was perfect. I would recommend the sunset cruise while in La Rochelle!”
Planet Exotica in La Rochelle-area Royan is a family reptile and dinosaur park with tropical greenhouses, Japanese gardens, and kid-friendly extras.
“Very impressed. The reptiles are so well cared for, all enclosures very well kept and clean. The grounds are beautiful. We went out of season so there weren't any shows or talks about the animals but there was still plenty to do. There are free go karts and trampolines, however we visited on a very hot day with two young children so we didn't use them. There are plenty of trees around so you can find shade whenever needed. The Sunset restaurant was lovely and shaded. The farm animals were very cute, and again very well looked after. There is so much to see and learn. The dinosaur part was…”
Relaxing La Rochelle catamaran cruise along the coastline, with sail time, included water, and French crew stories for $40.
“Sortie au top ! Équipage très sympathique 😉! À faire et à refaire 😉!”
2-hour catamaran sail in La Rochelle’s bay with sail power, views of Fort Boyard, and crew stories. $33 per person.
“vent et soleil et bonne ambiance. tout ce qu'il fallait pour se sentir bien.😃”
A 75-minute small-boat ride in La Rochelle’s bay, passing the old harbor, Les Minimes marina, and the 1627 Richelieu Tower.
“c'était fabuleux, la météo au top et les 2 responsable adorables”
A 2-hour guided walk in La Rochelle that connects towers, port history, gates, and food stops, with smart local tips from John.
“A great introduction to La Rochelle with a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Some good tips given for our stay, much appreciated.”
A self-guided pirate treasure hunt in La Rochelle, with Templar-themed puzzles, subtle traps, and a fun debrief at Quai Valin.
“Très belle façon de visiter La Rochelle. Permet de voir des recoins à côté desquels on passerait autrement. Sympa à faire en famille.”
3-hour sail on La Rochelle's Columbus from the old port. See Richelieu Tower and Bout du Monde lighthouse, feel the wind.
“Un cadre d’exception, un bateau de caractère, un équipage pro, arrangeant, engageant et généreux. On y retourne !”
2-hour guided boat trip from La Rochelle Old Port to legendary Fort Boyard, with English translation and scenic views of Aix, Ré, and Oléron.
“it was self directed. boarded the boat independently. was very interesting and a nice evening. the commentary was in French and English which was good. was a nice way to spend the evening”
2 hour English walking tour of La Rochelle with John: rebellious port history, key sights, and possible pineau tasting, $47.
“John was the perfect guide, knowledgeable and humorous. We were a small group which made it even more interesting.”
An outdoor escape game in La Rochelle with Mermaid Ariesea and a Kraken plotline. Walk the old port, solve puzzles, have fun.
“le fait que ce soit entièrement digital ne m'a pas trop plu”
A private, customizable 2-3 hour walking tour of La Rochelle with a local guide, port sights, towers, market, cathedral, and tips.
“Our guide Celine was very charming and made our day most enjoyable. We learned about the history of La Rochelle and she told stories of the people that made the city into what it is today. She also helped in guiding us to places we should visit during the rest of our stay in La Rochelle. Highly recommended.”
3-hour La Rochelle food walk with 7 tastings, lunch and drinks included, small group in English with guide John.
“This was such an awesome experience! John was a great guide and we throughly enjoyed being immersed in to the town via tne food. Somewhere we definitely plan to revisit!!!”
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