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Between your tablet, laptop and smartphone, you don’t spend a lot of time enjoying the good old days. Well, all that’ll change when you jet off to Nantes, France. Check out quirky art installations on the street, chill out on the Loire River and explore days of yore at castles and cathedrals dating back to the 13th century.

Nantes hotels have all the luxury you’d expect from the home sweet home of dukes and duchesses. Look towards the city centre for lots of options along the river and near top sights. The French capital is a half-day’s train ride away, so book accommodation in Paris and add “the City of Lights” to your tour de France.

Things to Do in Nantes

The Nantes skyline includes a castle, a bridge with rainbow light rings, and a giant elephant.

Yes, we said elephant.

Obviously, you have to start at the sculpture you’ll never forget (or one that will never forget you) at the Machines de l'Ile—a museum dedicated to the industrial history of Nantes, located south of the Loire. By the way, the elephant’s trunk shoots water, so bring your shampoo. #justkidding

Across the bridge, check out some impressive windjammers—aka huge tallships—including the faithful Belem, which took its maiden voyage in 1896. Don’t dally in the galley, though, because that castle doesn’t wait for anyone.

In the city centre district, aptly named Centre-Ville, amble where the region’s nobles used to ramble at the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany. When the sun goes down, make a quick costume change in one of the best hotels in Nantes and hit up the local club scene.

Getting to and Around Nantes

Touch down at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE), located about 11km south of the city centre. Public transport is readily available, from trams to buses and bikes.

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