Picardy

Travel Guide

Chateau de Chantilly which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements
Saint-Vulfran Cathedral which includes heritage elements, a church or cathedral and a statue or sculpture
Saint-Vulfran Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Chateau de Chantilly featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements
Saint-Vulfran Cathedral showing heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Whether you like history, art, gastronomy, hiking or theme parks, Picardy has a thousand things to offer.

Known as the birthplace of France, Picardy boasts six cathedrals, medieval towns, castles, famous museums, the Asterix amusement park, outstanding nature sites, forest trails, unique culinary specialities and even its own language: Picard.

Amiens is home to the largest cathedral in France, a Gothic monument listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the House of Jules Verne. The cathedrals of Soissons, Noyon, Laon, Senlis and Beauvais are also beautiful examples of Gothic architecture.

Lose yourself in the narrow cobbled streets of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, a pretty medieval town with a pleasure port and a traditional mariners’ quarter.

Chantilly, famous for its whipped cream, is worth a visit for its estate, made up of the castle, which houses the second largest collection of ancient paintings after the Louvre, the Grandes Écuries, and its park.

Saint-Quentin has a flamboyant Gothic-style town hall and a rich Art Deco heritage.

Compiègne, a royal and imperial city, is laden with history. Visit its town hall, its churches and its Imperial Palace.

If you are travelling as a family, spend a day at Parc Astérix.

Nature lovers can go hiking and discover the Marais d’Isle nature reserve, home to rare birds, or the Somme Bay, which houses the largest colony of harbour seals in France.

History buffs can follow the Battle of the Somme Remembrance Trail.

During your stay, why not enjoy a beer and taste the many local specialities, such as Maroilles cheese, a Flamiche leek tart or Amiens macarons.

Start your holiday in Picardy by flying into Beauvais Airport, or travel by car or train through the Channel Tunnel. Shuttle buses run from the main transport hubs to cities such as Amiens and Saint-Quentin.

Gothic or art nouveau architecture, local gastronomy or large green spaces: Picardy caters to all tastes.

Where to stay in Picardy

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Centre Ville

If you're spending some time in Centre Ville, Gambetta Square and Musée de l'Hotel de Berny are top sights worth seeing.

Centre Ville
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Saint-Jacques - Saint-Roch

Though Saint-Jacques - Saint-Roch might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zenith Amiens and Amiens Cathedral.

Saint-Jacques - Saint-Roch
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Amiens Nord

While there might not be top attractions in Amiens Nord, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hortillonnages Floating Gardens and The Floating gardens Park.

Amiens Nord

Centre Ville

Centre Ville is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Compiegne Hotel de Ville and Musée de la Figurine Historique.

Centre Ville
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Saint-Honoré - Jeanne d'Arc

Though Saint-Honoré - Jeanne d'Arc might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zenith Amiens and Stade de la Licorne.

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Sainte-Anne - Faubourg Noyon

Though Sainte-Anne - Faubourg Noyon might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jules Verne House and Amiens Cathedral.

Sainte-Anne - Faubourg Noyon
The Originals Boutique Hôtel Amiens Sud

The Originals Boutique Hôtel Amiens Sud

3 out of 5
73 Avenue Valery Giscard d'Estaing, Amiens, Somme
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Amiens. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
"Great family 1 bedroom studio, all very new and the staff were great"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

The Originals Boutique Hôtel Amiens Sud
Moxy Amiens

Moxy Amiens

3 out of 5
29/33 Rue Paul Tellier, Amiens, Somme
The price is P4,560 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P4,560
P5,235 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Amiens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tour Perret and Berny's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (725 reviews)
"This is a great hotel to stay at. Its location makes it convenient to the train station and many of the attractions in Amiens. It is a walkable city with some lovely parks. Staff were pleasant rather than friendly but helpful when needed. This is our second stay at this hotel and we would stay again ..."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Moxy Amiens
Holiday Inn Express Amiens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Amiens by IHG

3 out of 5
10 Boulevard D'alsace Lorraine, Amiens, Somme
The price is P4,078 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P4,078
P5,487 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Amiens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (817 reviews)
Nice quick stay
"Comfy bed and good breakfast"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Amiens by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Appart'City Confort Amiens Gare

Appart'City Confort Amiens Gare

3 out of 5
80 Boulevard d'Alsace-Lorraine, Amiens, Somme
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Amiens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Floating gardens ...
7.6/10 Good! (963 reviews)
"Big, clean and airy, excellent breakfast"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Appart'City Confort Amiens Gare
Nemea Appart Hotel Coliseum Amiens Centre

Nemea Appart Hotel Coliseum Amiens Centre

3 out of 5
25 Rue Frédéric Petit, Amiens, Somme
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Amiens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
"Good simple accommodation in walking distance to all the main sites of Amiens. Very friendly staff and simple accommodation."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Nemea Appart Hotel Coliseum Amiens Centre
Village Belle Dune Pierre & Vacances

Village Belle Dune Pierre & Vacances

3 out of 5
Promenade du Marquenterre, Fort-Mahon-Plage
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified residence in Fort-Mahon-Plage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Belle Dune Golf Club ...
8/10 Very Good! (275 reviews)
Could be better
"The apartment itself was a good size there was only the two of us, but I think would be cramped for 6 people. The apartment had everything we needed. The swimming pool complex is under construction which we were aware of before we booked, however the restaurants have limited service We went to buy ..."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023

Village Belle Dune Pierre & Vacances
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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