From the former shipyards to the creative quarter: preserved industrial past, daring architecture and the Machines de l'Île.
- Duration
- 2h
- Full rate
- €20
- Reduced rate
- €15
- Group
- Small group
- Starting point
- Museum of People and Techniques
- Languages
- EN · FR
- Cancellation
- Free up to 48 h before
The route
From industrial wasteland to urban laboratory of creative Nantes: explore the most modern quarter of Nantes! Between the former shipyards, the monumental street art, the daring architecture of the new buildings and of course the amazing mechanical Elephant, this route tells the successful metamorphosis of a territory.
📍 Start: Batiment du musée des Hommes et des Techniques
🏁 End: Grue Titan Jaune
🗣 Languages: English and French
What you will see on the Île de Nantes tour
- The Museum of People and Techniques building, the starting point, on the site of the former shipyards
- The Machines de l'Île and the mechanical Elephant
- Monumental street art
- The daring architecture of the island's new buildings
- The yellow Titan crane, a witness of the shipyards, where the tour ends
Before you come, read the story of the Machines de l'Île and the Great Elephant on my blog.
Who is this tour for?
This guided walking tour of Nantes is for small groups, in English or French. The route is flat and wide: perfect with a pushchair. Children are welcome: free under 6, reduced rate from 6 to 17. For families, friends or colleagues, I also run private tours and group tours tailored to you.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a ticket for the Machines de l'Île?
Not for the guided tour, which takes place outdoors. Riding the Great Elephant or visiting the Galerie des Machines costs extra: book them separately if you wish.
Is the Île de Nantes tour good for children?
Yes, it is the most family-friendly one: flat route, the mechanical Elephant and giant cranes. Free under 6, reduced rate from 6 to 17.
Can I book a private tour?
Yes: for a family, a group of friends, a hen or stag party or a company, I adapt the route, length and theme. Ask for a quote on the Groups and team building page.
Book this tour
Pick your date in the calendar, choose how many places at the full and reduced rates, and pay online. Your confirmation is emailed to you as soon as payment goes through.
🗓 Book this tourFree cancellation up to 48 hours before. Tours go ahead in the rain.
At weekends, some dates run on a pay-what-you-want basis: see the free walking tour of Nantes.
