Your digital welcome book in Nantes

Welcome to Nantes, the Venice of the West

Hey, welcome to Nantes! This is a city where everything is happening: culture, history, the banks of the Loire and great vibes all round. With StyQR, give your guests a real head start for exploring the city with a digital welcome book that is easy and fun to use!

Discover every side of Nantes

Whether you are here for a weekend or a longer stay, Nantes is full of surprises! From the classics such as the Château des Ducs de Bretagne or the famous Machines de l’Île, to little finds well off the beaten track, every street corner has something in store. A museum lover? You will adore Nantes! There is the Musée d’Arts for fans of classical and contemporary art, or the Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle for a family outing packed with discoveries.

Local recommendations for a proper feast

Do you love good food? So do we! Nantes is bursting with great places to eat, whatever your taste and whatever your budget. For a quick but tasty lunch, head for one of the city’s many food trucks, such as La Cantine du Voyage down on the quays. For a cosier dinner, make your way to La Cigale, a brasserie with an incredible setting that takes you straight back to the Nantes of days gone by.

Fancy a drink outside? Try the Café du Musée for a quiet aperitif, or drop by Lulu Rouget for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. There really is something for everyone! Add all your local recommendations to your Nantes welcome book so your guests can eat well throughout their stay.

The shopping is here too!

Whether you are a dedicated shopper or simply after a little souvenir, Nantes has plenty to offer. Around Commerce and the Galeries Lafayette, or in the small boutiques of the Passage Pommeraye, you are bound to find something you love. For a more modern atmosphere, head to the Atlantis shopping centre, a must for anyone hooked on shopping. Big-name brands or small local shops: you will be spoilt for choice!

See you at La Folle Journée and Le Voyage à Nantes!

If you are here at the right time of year, do not miss the city’s flagship events! La Folle Journée is a classical music festival that draws visitors from all over the world, while Le Voyage à Nantes transforms the city every summer with art installations and unusual trails. The Machines de l’Île, with their Grand Éléphant and Carrousel des Mondes Marins, are unmissable as well. With or without children, the magic works every single time!

Our little tour of Nantes ends here, but this is only the beginning! There is so much more to discover, so pick up your Nantes welcome book and go exploring. For inspiration, or simply for the pleasure of it, the StyQR team has created a special Nantes welcome book. Do go and have a look, it is well worth it!