10 TOP Things to Do in Hauts-de-France (2026 Activity Guide)

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Arras showing heritage elements, night scenes and street scenes

Grand Place showing heritage elements, street scenes and a house

Place des Heros which includes heritage elements and night scenes

Saint-Vulfran Cathedral which includes heritage elements, interior views and heritage architecture

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Parc Astérix

Have a fun-filled day at Parc Astérix and find out why this is a popular amusement park in Plailly. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Chateau de Chantilly which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

Château de Chantilly

Browse the paintings in one of the world’s finest galleries and then take a leisurely stroll through the French landscape garden.

Nausicaá National Sea Center

Take the family to visit the sea life at Nausicaá National Sea Center during your travels in Boulogne-sur-Mer. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Cap Gris-Nez

Explore the great outdoors at Cap Gris-Nez, a lovely green space in Audinghen. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Cap Blanc-Nez

Explore the great outdoors at Cap Blanc-Nez, a lovely green space in Sangatte. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its charming coffeehouses.

Grand Place

Walk along the majestic colonnades of historic structures surrounding a market square. Its secret tunnels were used in World War I.

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 trendy area.

Notre Dame Cathedral

See beautiful statues and stained-glass windows and learn about the rich history of this stunning Roman Catholic cathedral in Arras.

Lille Grand Palais

Learn about the events happening at Lille Grand Palais during your trip to Lille. While in this trendy area, find time to visit its shops.

Areas of Hauts-de-France

Lille Centre Ville

Art galleries, museums, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Lille Centre Ville. Make a stop by Porte de Paris 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.

Old Lille

Shopping, historic sites, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about Old Lille. Check out Le Musée de la Maison Natale de Charles de Gaulle or Hospice Comtesse while you're exploring the area.

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.

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.

Malo-les-Bains

Travelers like the beaches in Malo-les-Bains, and Malo-les-Bains Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Zoo Lille.

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