Old Lille
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Popular places to visit
Lille Cathedral
Lille Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.
Lille Grand Palais
Learn about the events happening at Lille Grand Palais during your trip to Lille. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Lille Grand Square
You can learn about the history of Lille when you stop by Lille Grand Square. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Euralille
During your visit to Lille, you can do some window-shopping at Euralille. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Rihour Square
You can learn about the history of Lille when you stop by Rihour Square. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Porte de Paris
Porte de Paris is just one of the places to see in Lille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Lille: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
Lille: 24, 48 or 72-Hour City Pass & 24-Hour Transportation
Lille Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Top hotels in Old Lille
Hotel Maison Louise Lille Centre - Handwritten Collection
"Amazing location, friendly staff and lovely clean rooms. Would highly recommend!"
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
Ibis Budget Lille Gares Vieux-Lille
"Budget hotel centrally located in Lille. Metro is 10 minutes walking. Old Lille is 15 minutes walking. Train station os 15 minutes walking. Rooms are tiny but have all the essentials. Bathrooms are comfortable. I recommend it as a good option to stay in Lille if simply looking for a place to crash ..."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Hotel Lille Europe
"Great location, 5 minutes to the main railway station, Lille Europ. Next to a large shopping centre section many restaurants, yet it was very quiet at night. The room is not huge, but all are neatly arranged staff are super kind and friendly."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Séjours & Affaires Lille Europe
"Great place for a few days in Lille - central location; close to the railway stations + subways, quiet at night even though in the town centre and had comfortable amenities. Only minus point was that the washroom could have been cleaner. Overall, nice experience and will recommend for a short ..."
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
OKKO Hotels Lille Centre
"Loved the Club. Like an airport lounge … available all day. Lovely food and great place for tea and coffee. Breakfast was also excellent. Service was top-notch and all staff were very helpful. Location was perfect for us … everything we wanted was in walking distance. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Lille
"The rooms were amazing, and the staff were friendly and helpful. My only two criticisms were that the eggs were pretty bad, and one of the lifts was out of order (which was a pain for us with a pushchair). Also: just give us teabags. The loose leaf kept coming out of the strainers leaving leaves ..."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Where to stay in Old Lille
Lille Centre Ville
Art galleries, museums, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Lille Centre Ville. Make a stop by Beffroi or Le Palais des Beaux Arts de Lille while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mairie de Lille Station or Rihour Station to get around town.
Le Marais
While there might not be top attractions in Le Marais, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Citadel of Lille and Cita-Parc.
Historic Center
Travelers choose Historic Center for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Rihour Station or Republique Beaux Arts Station and check out top sights like Rihour Square.
Résidence
While Résidence might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Auchan Villeneuve d'Ascq V2 and Lille Metropole Stadium.
Lomme
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Lomme. Top attractions like Planet Bowling and Tao et Lina are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bourg Station or Maison des Enfants Station to see more of the city.
