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Brest: Historic Walking Tour with Cable Car Tour

New To The Site! Brest, France

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1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Immerse yourself in the history of Brest on a guided walking tour full of surprises. Meet your guide at the cable car station and enjoy a 360° view of the city from 72 meters above sea level. Then explore the Capuchin Workshops, former naval hangars where the Emperor’s Canoe, built for Napoleon I, sits. Discover Pontaniou Prison, witness to the French Revolution, then stroll down Rue Saint-Malo, one of the oldest streets in Brest. Walk through the authentic Recouvrance district, once a fishing village, and admire the city from the Jardin des Explorers, which pays homage to Bougainville and the great Brest navigators. Finish with the port, medieval castle and an immersive experience at the Tanguy Tower with headphones. An exciting journey between heritage, sea and adventure stories.

What's Included

  • Cableway charges
  • Guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Boulevard Jean Moulin
29200 Brest, France

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End point

Square Pierre Péron
29200 Brest, France

What To Expect

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Meet your guide at the Cable Car station and start your tour. The journey takes 3 minutes and reaches an altitude of 72 metres. From the cabin you will enjoy spectacular 360° views of the city.Then visit Les Ateliers des Capucins, which was originally a boat repair shed.Continue to Pontaniou Prison, a former prison used during the French Revolution. Take a stroll along Rue Saint-Malo and admire the views of the city.Discover the district of Recouvrance, formerly called Sainte-Catherine. In the 17th century, it was a small isolated village of Brest, populated by fishermen and artisans.Then head to the Jardin des Explorers and discover the history of the most famous Brest explorers, such as Bougainville.Discover the port and admire Brest Castle.End your visit to Tanguy Tower with an immersive headphones experience.
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1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Brest: Historic Walking Tour with Cable Car Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Cableway charges
  • Guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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