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What to do and see in Carcassonne, France: The Best Places and Tips
Carcassonne in France, from Europe region, is best know for Wineries & Vineyards. Discover best things to do in Carcassonne with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
Restaurants in Carcassonne
1. O'Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5 based on 380 reviews
PACKAGE for TWO GUESTS: Luxurious double room, Winery-Vineyard visit, Dinner and Breakfast! Fine Wines, Delicious meals, Fabulous views, Rooms in the middle of the vines! .... Winery visit & Wine tasting with the winemaker himself! No snobs allowed!... You can walk around the winery and vineyard to learn how we make our wines, all with a glass in your hand... Nestled in the vines on the highest point of the Thou foothills, Domaine O'Vineyards overlooks the Medieval castle ramparts of Carcassonne and features a gorgeous view of La Montagne Noire....About 10 minutes from Carcassonne's airport......
Reviewed By 957markc957 - Willingham, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Wonderful evening spent here with fantastic food and wine in a relaxed environment where any question is a good question and a wine you like the taste of is a good wine!
Great hosts. Felt like going to see your friends at home. Very informative too. 15 minute taxi from Carcassone. Lots of different wine tastings with explanations as to why there are differences. You do not need to be a wine buff here, just enjoy the company, the good food and the great wine.
2. Cathar Castles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 704 reviews
Reviewed By Paul S - Jersey, United Kingdom
I had arranged a personalised guided tour since we were only in Carcassonne for 2 days. It was a 3 hour tour and I suggest that anyone visiting should do this as so much can be missed by just strolling around on your own. I hadn't realised the ancient history went back to Neolithic times and the 6th century BC. From 100 BC to 460 AD it was under the control of the Roman Empire. There is so much to see in the whole area surrounding Carcassone that a week would be more rewarding for the history-phile.
3. Carcassonne Medieval City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Linda J - Bacup, United Kingdom
Always wanted to come here after Reading the Kate Mosse books and it didn't disappoint, the construction is so impressive, would be amazing to go back in time and see it being built, some nice restaurants and shops but quite a few selling tat but kids love the wooden swords etc.
4. CHATEAU ET REMPARTS DE LA CITE DE Carcassonne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Carcassonne was settled as early as the 6th century BC and later became an important Roman town. It was fortified in the 4th century and was a strategic site in the Middle Ages. It took on its definitive shape in the 13th century with the king’s decision to construct the distinctive double-walled ramparts and extend the castle. The city was restored by Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century and is a testimony to 1,000 years of military architecture and 2,600 years of history. See a 12-minute film combining 3-D images and close-up footage; walk along the galleries, the fortified walls and the north ramparts; discover the museum of masonry and many other attractions. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open: > April to September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. > October to March: from 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By soul_man_dave - Bude, United Kingdom
Very interesting and with brilliant views from the wall walks. I would recommend getting the "passport" from the tourist office. It costs €4, but you get €2 reduction here (normal admission price is €9) and €1 reduction at many other local sites.
There's three parts to the visit - the chateau, the medieval western ramparts, and the Gallo-Roman northern ramparts. All are worth visiting, but beware of the lunch-time closing times for the rampart walks.
5. Chateau Comtal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 667 reviews
Reviewed By JohnofHalifax - Halifax, United Kingdom
Anyone visiting Carcassonne simply should pay the entrance fee and spend a leisurely couple of hours in here. The charge puts off some people, but please don't let it deter you, it is money very well spent, especially if you have any interest whatsoever in history.
If you time you trip carefully, then you will avoid large crowds and the incessant clicking of cameras.
The restoration is in the historic period of Louis IX and in my non-expert opinion works very well, even with the slate roof tiles rather than terracotta. There could have been more interpretation boards in English, especially towards the end of the recommended route, but it didn't spoil the visit.
You can easily spend two or three hours wandering around, sitting and taking it all in at strategic locations - and the views from the battlements are simply breathtaking.
Final tip: buy your tickets in advance to save queues at the entrance.
6. Le Pont Vieux (The Old Bridge)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By jeanann1485 - Newark-on-Trent, United Kingdom
I loved walking across this amazing bridge. The view of the old city is lovely from the bridge and there are some well maintained and pretty Gardens on one side. The little chapel at the beginning of the bridge is beautiful and has a lovely atmosphere.
7. School Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By Mikey1304 - Yorkshire, United Kingdom
This little museum is well worth the modest entry fee. On view is a wealth of textbooks, original exercise books, registers, reports, school furniture, and teaching equipment. Notwithstanding that it represents the French education system around the late 19th and early 20th centuries, there is plenty to appeal to anyone of any nationality, who is partial to a little nostalgia and a sense of history.
The exhibits are only labelled in French, but an information sheet in English, is available, it has a basic description of each room, but there is much to see and admire, even if you do not know any of the language.
An hour is enough time to enjoy your visit.
8. Basilica of Saint-Nazaire
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By thevontrapps - St Helens, United Kingdom
The basilica is a beautiful Gothic style edifice. I loved the gargoyles, quite unique to any I'd seen before...and the 750-year old stained glass window was magnificent. Sadly whilst we were there it was currently undergoing renovation work so the chancel end was blocked off...but they have a perpsex screen up so the windows are still visible. Altogether a lovely stop off on our meander around the beautiful city.
9. Lac de la Cavayere
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 447 reviews
Reviewed By Nath74370 - Guildford, United Kingdom
Fairly disappointed in lake where water wasfar from clear and places in shade difficult to find. Nice walkaround the lake though but not very tempted to jump in in spite of heat.
10. Gouffre geant de Cabrespine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 365 reviews
Reviewed By rosemary9378 - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Fabulous experience. Jaw droppingly spectacular cavern with good English language on screen guide. Easy access , good value.
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