Overview
Amiens, nicknamed the Little Venice of the North, is full of historical and cultural treasures. In one day, explore the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the largest in France, and be seduced by the charming houses of Amiens. Discover the world of Jules Verne in his house, stroll through the Saint-Leu district, and admire the belfry listed as World Heritage. This tour will immerse you in the history and culture of this unique city, while allowing you to enjoy its green spaces such as hortiillonages. Explore 27 emblematic places of interest in Amiens - Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Discover the house of Jules Verne and its literary heritage - Enjoy a pleasant walk along the hortiillonages, unique floating gardens in Amiens
What's included
- ✓Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
- ✓27 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
- ✓Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
- ✓Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
- ✓3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
- ✓Text transcripts of all audio content
- ✓Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
- ✓Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...
- ✕Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
- ✕Headphones or headphones (optional)
What you'll do
- 1
The construction of this church is explained by the development of the railway line, which is right next door and which isolated this district called the Valley district.
- 2
So typical of the city that they are called Amiens, the terraced houses of Amiens have a well-recognized style: built in red brick, tile, cast iron and iron, they date from the 19th century to the time of the Industrial Revolution to accommodate workers and employees of textile, industry, glassware or locksmith.
- 3
With its height of 52 meters, the belfry of Amiens is part of the history of the city and the region. Belfry are particularly present in the cities of Northern France and Belgium and contain communal bells.
- 4
Here you are in front of the most visible building in Amiens, with the cathedral of course. From the top of its 110 meters, the Perret Tower is 10 km around! At the end of its construction, it was considered the tallest skyscraper in France, and even in all of Western Europe!
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Place René Goblet is named after this former Amiens lawyer, who became Attorney General, Member of Parliament for the Somme and then President of the Trip Tip of Ministers between 1886 and 1887. There are amazing houses with singular architecture, typical of Amiens, but above all an imposing monument on your left,
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You're now walking down Hostage Street. By the time I get to the next point of interest, let me tell you the rich history of the city. You are walking here on a street that already existed in Roman times, since it was part of Via Agrippa, a road built in the 1st century BC. C. to connect Amiens to Lyon.
Availability & pricing
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Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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