Strasbourg Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital and largest city of Grand Est, located in the historical region of Alsace
About Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the ninth largest city in France with nearly half a million inhabitants in a metropolitan area spanning across the river into theGermancity ofKehl, on the eastern bank of the Rhine. The city is the seat of the Council of Europe, the European Court of Human Rights, the European Ombudsman, the Eurocorps, the European Audiovisual Observatory and, most famously, theEuropean Parliament, which also holds sessions inBrussels. Strasbourg is a popular tourist destination primarily thanks to the beautifully preserved and pedestrian friendly city centre, which can be explored on foot or bicycle in a few days. Don't forget that Strasbourg's appeal now brings tourists to the city throughout the year, with large tour groups especially frequent during the summer months and during the annual
Top Attractions in Strasbourg
Explore the best things to see and do in Strasbourg:
- ★Archeological Museum
- ★ARTE Television headquarters
- ★Barrage Vauban
- ★B-line tramway terminus at Hoenheim
- ★Cathédrale Notre Dame
- ★Council of Europe's seat
- ★European Court of Human Rights
- ★European Parliament
Where to Eat in Strasbourg
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Al Boustane
- 🍴Au Brasseur
- 🍴Au Crocodile
- 🍴Au Dauphin
- 🍴Au Petit Bois Vert
- 🍴Brasserie Des Haras
Where to Stay in Strasbourg
- 🏨Auberge de Jeunesse HI Strasbourg
- 🏨Auberge de Jeunesse René Cassin
- 🏨Cardinal de Rohan
- 🏨Château de Pourtalès
- 🏨CIARUS
- 🏨Hôtel Cathédrale
Strasbourg Travel Guide Sections
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