Strasbourg Travelers Recommend

Strasbourg’s water-ringed Grande Île is the heart of the historic city and the best way to get around is on foot, so kick off your trip with a walking tour of the city’s top attractions. Start out with a walk around La Petite France, a historic district full of medieval half-timbered houses and winding canal ways, then make a beeline for the imposing Cathedral of Notre Dame, which boasts the best views in the city. Soak up the sights from the water with a boat ride along the River Ill, cruising around the Grand Île, exploring the city’s scenic canal ways and passing landmarks like the Covered Bridges and the Vauban Dam. Back on dry land, tuck into some traditional Alsace food like Tarte flambée (local-style pizza) or Choucroute (sauerkraut) for lunch, then escape to the tranquil Orangerie Park, where you’ll find a network of walking trails, a boating lake and even a small zoo.