Lille Old Town & Grand Place Walking Tours
Explore Lille’s handsome old town: the grand Flemish-Baroque Grand Place (Place du Général de Gaulle) with the Vieille Bourse, the cobbled lanes and 17th-century brick houses of Vieux Lille, the cathedral, the opera and the belfry. A walking tour reveals the Flemish soul of this lively northern French city.
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Old Town & Grand Place in Lille — FAQ
What is there to see in Lille old town?
Highlights include the grand Flemish Grand Place with the ornate Vieille Bourse, the cobbled lanes and brick houses of Vieux Lille, the cathedral, the opera, the belfry and the cosy estaminet taverns.
What is the Grand Place in Lille?
The Grand Place (officially Place du Général de Gaulle) is Lille’s central square, framed by ornate Flemish-Baroque buildings including the beautiful Vieille Bourse (old stock exchange) — the lively heart of the city.
Is a Lille walking tour worth it?
Yes — a guided walk brings to life Lille’s Flemish Grand Place, the charming lanes of Vieux Lille and its rich history, the best way to discover the capital of French Flanders.