
The southeast of France attracts for its immaculate sunshine, varied gastronomy, and colorful markets. When visiting the Drôme, stop by the charming city of Valence and enjoy its city center, flowery gardens, numerous gourmet restaurants, and lovely open-air markets. Enjoy your stay by putting down your suitcases in a modern hotel, close to all amenities and tourist attractions.
The Drôme is a region well-known for its endless lavender fields. This very rich southern territory, considered the gateway to the South of France, has something to surprise and enchant you. With its many restaurants to taste local specialties. Here are some ideas for visits and tours in Valence during your stay:
Valence is a city of water. It has no less than 17 kilometers of main canals, and 40 kilometers if you count the secondary ones. By strolling near the canals, discover hidden treasures and places, vestiges of a resolved era: wash houses, fountains and footbridges, or hydraulic works. Many magnificent places to discover under the Provençal sun. Guided tours can be done from the Tourist Office.
It is one of the oldest monuments in the city. Dating from the 11th century, it was destroyed during the Wars of Religion, to be rebuilt in the 17th century. In Romanesque architectural style, it is a must-see in Valence.
Located just 5 minutes from the old city center of Valence, this beautiful 7-hectare park on the banks of the Rhône is worth a visit. You will have a magnificent view of the Crussol castle and the massif in addition to being able to visit the arboretum to perfect your botanical knowledge.
Among the many museums of Valence, you will find an archeology museum that gathers more than 20,000 works of art on an area of 5750 m2. In addition to these works that take you on a journey through history, you can have a superb 360° view of Valence from the Belvedere.
Near Place des Clercs, another famous place in the historic center of Valence, take advantage of the proximity to discover the House of Heads. Built in the 16th century, this former private mansion perfectly represents the transition from Gothic to Renaissance style through its architecture. It is now a place that hosts a permanent exhibition on the history of Valence entitled "Valence, City of Art and History". You can see many sculpted heads that adorn the facade.
To visit the city center of Valence in complete tranquility, put down your suitcases in the best hotels in the city. At B&B HOTELS, we offer hotels in Valence located next to interesting neighborhoods, and major centers of interest and places of life.