Guided tour: Tranchée neighbourhood

Duration: 1h30 - Price: from7€ Why not cross the Loire to discover another side of Tours? Head to Sainte-Radegonde, a neighborhood whose history also tells the story of the city’s expansion! Long an independent municipality, Sainte-Radegonde didn’t become part of Tours until 1964, at the same time as its neighbor, Saint-Symphorien. This was a major milestone in the city’s evolution, which has gradually expanded over the centuries—from its ancient fortified walls to the large-scale urban development projects of the 19th century. Accompanied by a tour guide, explore this neighborhood on the north bank and discover how its incorporation into Tours helped shape the city as we know it today. This tour is certified by the “City of Art and History” program. Highlights: Discover a neighborhood of Tours on the north bank of the Loire, off the beaten path of typical tourist routes. Understand how Tours expanded over the centuries, leading up to the annexation of Sainte-Radegonde in 1964. Gain a fresh perspective on the city’s history and evolution thanks to the explanations of a tour guide.

Duration : 1h30 - Price : 7€ A must-see in Tours, this medieval neighborhood stands out for its half-timbered houses and exceptional mansions. This guided tour lets you appreciate the neighborhood’s charm and discover all its hidden secrets! This tour has been designated a “City of Art and History.” Highlights: An immersion in the medieval charm of Old Tours, centered around the famous Place Plumereau. A journey through remarkable heritage, from half-timbered houses to stately mansions. Benefit from the expertise of a tour guide to uncover the neighborhood’s history and secrets.

Duration: 1h30 - Price: from 7€ Old Tours is known as the premier spot for enjoying an aperitif and dining out, but do you know the secrets hidden behind the half-timbered houses and mansions? In this neighborhood, every stone tells a story, and every facade reveals more about how the residents lived—and still live—today. A unique tour that offers a fresh perspective on the places around you! This tour is certified by the “City of Art and History” program Highlights: Understand the history of Old Tours through the evolution of its homes and lifestyles over the centuries. Admire a diverse architectural landscape, from half-timbered houses to Haussmann-style buildings. Discover unexpected details: hidden courtyards, discreet passageways, and secrets behind the facades.

Duration: 1 day - Price: €28 With the Tours City Pass, enjoy the “Calder in the Heart of France” event at castles and museums throughout Touraine, while taking in the many other must-see attractions in Tours and the surrounding area. To mark the 50th anniversary of Alexander Calder’s passing, the Ar(t]chipel festival, in partnership with the Centre-Val de Loire Region and the Centre Pompidou, is offering an exceptional program from October 15 to November 1. The Tours stops on this event are included in your Tours City Pass: Olivier Debré Center for Contemporary Art (CCC OD) in Tours: two exhibitions exploring Calder’s work and its influence on contemporary art. Tours Museum of Fine Arts: discover, in particular, his famous portraits and wire figures. Hôtel Goüin in Tours: see a monumental Calder “stable” as well as a selection of works on paper. Azay-le-Rideau Castle: admire "Reims,Croix du Sud", iconic sculptures installed in the castle’s grounds. Calder’s Studio in Saché, where he lived and worked for over twenty years: immerse yourself in his world and his story (free admission with reservation). That’s not all! The must-see highlights of a stay in Tours and Touraine are also included in. •    Tours Castle, •    Compagnonnage Museum, •    Natural History Museum, •    Hôtel Goüin, •    Psalette Cloister, •    Saint-Cosme Priory, •    Villandry Castle and Gardens, (Please note: The castle will be closed from November 12 through November 27. The gardens will remain open.) • Guided walking tour of Tours •    Guided tour on the city’s mini-train (April through October) •    Guided tour with wine tasting at the Cave de Vouvray •    Self-guided tour with wine tasting at La Maison Lacheteau at the Grandes Caves Saint-Roch (Rochecorbon)   Upon presentation of your Tours City Pass, you can also enjoy exclusive benefits from our partners: •    10% off canoe rentals in Vouvray •    10% off your drinks at Au Temps des Rois, Place Plumereau •    10% off at Les Fromages de Camille •    A complimentary bottle of Vouvray brut or demi-sec for two Tours City Pass holders who have booked a “From Vine to Glass” tour and tasting, a wine tasting introduction, or a wine course with Rendez-vous dans les Vignes •    €5 off the Escape Game poster, available at Cubrik in Tours •    A free coffee at La Fourchette Paysanne  

Duration: 1h30 - Price: from €7 At Sanitas, the walls are bursting with color, and the neighborhood is transforming into a true open-air gallery! Led by the Bluemonday collective—winner of the City of Tours’ 2022 participatory budgeting initiative—several monumental murals are giving familiar local spots a fresh new look. Join a tour guide to explore these works created by local artists in collaboration with neighborhood residents. It’s an opportunity to learn more about the rise of street art in Tours and this participatory artistic approach that turns public spaces into venues for expression and creativity. This tour is certified by the “City of Art and History” program. Highlights:  Embark on an open-air art tour to discover a contemporary side of Tours. Admire the works of the Bluemonday collective, which transform the neighborhood’s buildings into colorful creations. Discover an original citizen-led initiative, born from the City of Tours’ participatory budget, that brings art into residents’ daily lives.