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Reims Tours & Things to Do
Discover the best Reims tours and things to do in the heart of Champagne, France: tour the great cellars of famous houses like Veuve Clicquot and Taittinger, taste the world’s finest bubbly among the vineyards, marvel at the Gothic Notre-Dame de Reims coronation cathedral, day-trip to Épernay’s Avenue de Champagne, and explore WWI battlefields. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Sunset tours in Reims
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Reims
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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Whatever brings you to Reims — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
What to see
Top attractions in Reims
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Reims Cathedral
Coronation church.
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Champagne Cellars
Chalk caves.
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Champagne Vineyards
Rolling vines.
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Épernay
Avenue de Champagne.
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Champagne Houses
Famous labels.
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Palace of Tau
Royal palace.
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Vineyard Tastings
Small growers.
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Champagne Country
Green hills.
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30 min awayÉpernay
Avenue de Champagne.
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Region awayVineyards
Rolling vines.
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City awayChampagne Cellars
Chalk caves.
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City awayReims Cathedral
Coronation church.
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Region awaySmall Growers
Family tastings.
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Region awayChampagne Country
Green hills.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Reims visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Mild and green — lovely among the vines.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Warm and lively, ideal for vineyard tours.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Harvest season — the best time for champagne.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Cold and quiet, cosy for cellar visits.
For the harvest
September brings the grape harvest.
Best overall
May, June and September for fine weather.
One day
The cathedral and a champagne cellar.
Two days
Add vineyard tours and Épernay.
Three days
Add small growers and WWI battlefields.
For champagne
Cellars, vineyards and Épernay.
For culture
The cathedral and Palace of Tau.
For history
The WWI battlefields nearby.
On foot
The centre and cathedral are walkable.
Tours & transfers
Tours reach the vineyards and Épernay.
By train
Fast trains link Reims to the capital in 45 min.
By car
A car is handy for the champagne villages.
Where to stay
Stay near the cathedral in the centre.
Euro
France uses the euro; cards widely accepted.
Cellar tours
Book champagne house tours ahead.
Cathedral
Free to enter; tours add the history.
Vineyards
Visit small growers for a personal tasting.
Épernay
Add the Avenue de Champagne to your trip.
Tastings
Most tours include several champagne tastings.
Book a driver
Let a tour drive so everyone can taste.
Cellar tours
Champagne house tours fill up — book ahead.
Vineyard tours
Small-group tours fill up — reserve early.
Épernay trips
Day trips fill up — book ahead.
Trips from the capital
Day trips fill up — reserve early.
WWI tours
Battlefield tours fill up — book ahead.
Harvest season
September is busiest — book well ahead.
Champagne tour
Around €90–150 for a half-day champagne tour.
Cellar tasting
About €35–70 for a cellar visit and tasting.
Cathedral tour
Roughly €20–40 for a guided cathedral tour.
Épernay trip
Around €120–200 for an Épernay day trip.
Vineyard tour
About €90–160 for a small-grower vineyard tour.
How to save
Join group tours to save over private ones.
When to visit
Reims through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Apr–Jun
- Best for
- Vines & city.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Jul–Aug
- Best for
- Vineyard tours.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Warm.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Sep–Oct
- Best for
- The harvest.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Peak.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Nov–Mar
- Best for
- Cellar visits.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Quiet.
People also ask
Reims travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Reims?
The highest-rated experiences are a champagne cellar tour, a vineyard tasting, the coronation cathedral, and an Épernay day trip.
What should I book in advance in Reims?
Reserve cellar tours, vineyard tours and Épernay trips ahead, especially during the September harvest.
How many days do I need in Reims?
One day covers the highlights, and two to three let you add vineyards, Épernay and battlefields.
Is Reims worth visiting?
Yes — as the capital of Champagne it pairs world-famous bubbly with a magnificent cathedral.
When is the best time to visit Reims?
May, June and September, with the harvest in September.
Which champagne houses can you visit?
Famous houses like Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger and Pommery.
Is Reims good for a day trip?
Yes — fast trains make it an easy champagne day trip.
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