Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral

Visit Lille's most charming district and admire its architecture, shops, and museums on a 2-hour guided walk. Learn about the old town's heritage and history from your guide as you pass Vieux Lille's landmarks and monuments. Some of the attractions you’ll see include the Palais Rihour, the main square, the Old Stock Exchange, the Opera House, the Chamber of Commerce, and Notre-Dame de la Treille Cathedral. The tour will conclude near the Hospice Comtesse. Founded in 1237 by Jeanne de Flandre, the Hospice features a display of works from Lille's past including objects from everyday life, wooden sculptures, earthenware, furniture, and paintings.

Choose to start your 2-hour Segway tour of Lille by getting picked up from your accommodation or meeting your guide at the starting point. Wander along the walls of the well-preserved Citadelle and get acquainted with 17th-century military architecture. Then, head to the heart of the Old Town and soak in the elegant atmosphere of "le Vieux-Lille" in front of the neo-Gothic Notre-Dame de la Treille. From there, wander on to reach the oldest monument in Lille: the Hospice Comtesse. Originally used as a hospital, the Hospice Comtesse today hosts a historical museum that immerses you in the lifestyle and historical events of previous centuries. Next, ride along the Rue de Gand, taking time to appreciate its collection of typical "estaminets" (combination cafe-pub-restaurants). Leap back into the 21st century with a stop in Euralille, the modern commercial center that shows how the capital city of Flanders has changed with the times. Finally, arrive at La Place du Théâtre and La Grand Place to check out the Opera and the famous Vieille Bourse, the old stock exchange that stands today as one of the city's most important monuments.

Discover the highlights of Lille with an immersive smartphone app on this self-guided scavenger hunt and walking tour. Walk around the city solving location-based riddles and puzzles, and learn about each attraction along the way. See 10 of the most important landmarks of Lille. Uncover clues at each attraction to get to the next point. Visit the Republic square, explore the narrow streets, admire medieval gates like Porte De Paris and feel the vibes of La Vieille Bourse. Receive interesting facts and information about the places you visit through the app. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to finish the game. A challenging puzzle awaits you at the exterior of each attraction. You can pause or resume the tour whenever you want. Explore the city at your own pace and stop to click pictures on the way. Feel the thrill as you crack each clue and hop from one landmark to another. The game-tour begins at Beffroi de Lille and ends at Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille. You will also visit Porte de Paris Palais des Beaux Arts Republic Square Paroisse Saint Maurice Memorial Pl. du Général de Gaulle La Vieille Bourse Beffroi de la Chambre de Commerce