[Walking Tour] Discover the Best of Brest in 2 hours
Overview
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Brest, France's westernmost city, is wildly different from what you would expect to see in a French city. Vastly destroyed during the war, it takes pride in its special position at the "end of the land" and its lively, quirky people. During this 2 hour tour, we'll go find the culture and the hidden gems that make our city so special.
From the Town Hall Plaza to the urban cable cars, we'll be walking through Brest's culture, past and present. We'll learn about its architecture and history, and get a nice introduction to the culture and history of Brittany.
It will depart at 10.30am from the Multiplexe Liberté, which is a cinema on the main square (tram stop: Liberté). If you are coming from a cruise, you'll be dropped right in front of the square, the cinema is the rusty looking building on the right. I will be the girl with the little hulahoops on my back!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for people who have difficulties standing and walking for a couple of hours, we'll be walking less than 3 km over 2 hours, at a leisurely pace.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Rue de Siam
Brest’s shopping quarters, it is named after a Siamese delegation (modern day Thailand) that passed by in 1686, that left the onlookers durably amazed.
National Maritime Museum
Brest Castle. From the Roman castellum to Vauban's citadel, its history spans over 1700 years. It is to this day still a military fortress at a highly strategic location, and hosts the National Museum of Navy.
What‘s Included
English and French guides
Ticket for the ride back on the Cable cars
Food and Drink
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In English
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En français
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Reviews
100 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Nantes
F6600EBval riel,,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this very interesting visit which allowed us to discover a city that deserves a little more than just a stopover. The good humor and kindness of our guide is a plus for the success of this experience.
Nice visit to Brest...
AnneetJacques M,,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful visit of Brest in an atmosphere where humor was never far but very informative about the life of the city.
The story of brest.
CHRISTOPHE G,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Despite the few monuments to see, a big hat to the guide who told us the story of brest and all its adventures. A beautiful history course on the city of brest Christophe
Great visit, Caroline is great!
Aigonus78,,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Superb visit with Caroline at the top, go without hesitation to understand the history and architecture of this atypical and endearing. The spirit of the place and the Brestois is very well rendered by Caroline.
Back to basics
Gil P,,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed learning a little more about my birthplace! I came back to Brest after 60 years having left this city at the age of 1! I recognized in what Caroline, our guide, told us a lot of things that our mom (born and lived in Brest) told me when I was a child. A big thank you to Caroline! Gil
Visit of Brest
Caroline D,,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A visit to Brest in color (despite the granite very gray 😃) and humor. Thanks to Caroline who made us discover her city with passion.
You want to visit Brest: ask Caroline or Captain glitter you will not be disappointed with the trip.
h l neg862,,Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide, who knew perfectly put glitter in our eyes despite the grayness of the city of Brest. Had Caroline not been there, we wouldn’t necessarily have seen the most notable elements of the city. Thank you Caroline for your dynamism, your sense of humor, your positive energy. You took us into the history of your city with a lot of spontaneity.
Impressive
819aurer,,Sep 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathalie and I loved this sparkling and dynamic performance! Thank you Caroline What knowledge about your city that has many secrets to discover
Reviews of the Brest walking tour
W9764LPdianep,,Aug 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Caroline introduced us to Brest with enthusiasm and contagious good humor. Whether you are tourists or brestois, you will learn a lot about the city and its history. The guided tour was both very interesting and informative, offering a new perspective on Brest. A great time that I highly recommend!
An excellent time
Trip18795062945,,Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Is there anything to do with Brest? Actually side old stones is not great, but Brest has a history and remarkable sites that Caroline introduces you and tells with humor and good humor. A great time!
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