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2 days in Rennes
Day 1
- MorningWalk among the crooked half-timbered houses around the Place Sainte-Anne and the Rue du Chapitre.
- AfternoonVisit the Parlement de Bretagne with its gilded ceilings, then stroll through the Thabor gardens.
- EveningHave dinner and cider in a crêperie on the Rue Saint-Georges.
Day 2
Visit the Saturday Marché des Lices, one of France's biggest markets, or Saint-Malo by train.
What to eat
Galette saucisse, a sausage wrapped in a buckwheat pancake, and Breton cider.
Local tips
Make the most of Rennes
Beat the crowds
The old centre is busiest on Saturday mornings during the big market.
Best photo spot
The colourful half-timbered houses in the old town around Place Sainte-Anne.
Getting there
Fast trains from Paris take about 1.5 hours. The metro is easy.
Don't miss nearby
Mont-Saint-Michel and Saint-Malo are both about an hour away.
Good to know
The Saturday market at Place des Lices is one of the biggest in France. Try a galette, the savoury buckwheat crêpe.
Secret spots
2 secret spots near Rennes
Our most hidden places around Rennes: fewer people, same wow. Unlock them with a route in Google Maps and a PDF guide of Rennes to take with you.
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Getting to Rennes
Getting there
- Rennes Airport (RNS)7 km away
- Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)105 km away
- Nantes100 km away
The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.
Weather this week
Best time to visit: All year
At a glance
Questions
Rennes: good to know
Is Rennes worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. Brittany's capital, with crooked half-timbered houses.
How many days do you need in Rennes?
Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.
When is the best time to visit Rennes?
You can visit all year. The old centre is busiest on Saturday mornings during the big market.
How do you get to Rennes?
The nearest airport is Rennes Airport (RNS), about 7 km away. Fast trains from Paris take about 1.5 hours. The metro is easy.
What is there to see near Rennes?
Nearby hidden places include Mont Saint-Michel (59 km), Saint-Malo (64 km) and Nantes (100 km).