In the footsteps of Victor Laloux

Duration: 1h30 - Price: from 7€ Immerse yourself in the work of mosaicist Sante Vallar as you explore the colorful mosaics of downtown Tours. Accompanied by a tour guide, you'll learn more about Sante Vallar and the place of mosaics in the city in the early 20th century, from the revival of mosaics to Vallar's prolific creations and today's renewed interest. Highlights Take a unique and colorful tour of Tours! Follow in the footsteps of an Italian mosaic artist who left his mark on the city. Discover the stories behind the facades of the Etoile Bleue and the Chapellerie Brun. This tour has been awarded the Ville d'Art et d'Histoire label.

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:  1h30 - Price: from €12 At the foot of a hillside, overlooking the Loire River, Marmoutier Abbey promises a journey back in time! It was in this peaceful setting that Saint Martin founded, in the 4th century, a modest hermitage that would go on to become one of the most prestigious abbeys in France. Accompanied by a tour guide, discover the history of this thousand-year-old site, its monumental ruins, and the traces of its past. Combining heritage, nature, and archaeology, the tour will also tell you more about the archaeological excavations conducted each summer, which are gradually revealing the secrets of the ancient abbey. Highlights: Visit an exceptional historic site that is usually closed to the public. Learn more about the history of one of the figures who left a lasting mark on the city of Tours: Saint Martin. Enjoy a stroll after the tour along the hillsides and the Loire River, not far from the vineyards of Touraine. This tour has been awarded the Ville d'Art et d'Histoire label.

Duration : 1h30 - Price : 7€ Geometric lines, stylized patterns, and elegant facades… Art Deco has left its mark on the streets of Tours! Emerging in the first half of the 20th century, this architectural style is characterized by its clean lines and graphic designs. From private homes to apartment buildings, shops, and public buildings, this artistic style takes on many forms. During this guided tour, learn to recognize the characteristics of this style and uncover its sometimes unexpected details. A wonderful opportunity to look up and rediscover Tours’ architecture from a new perspective! This tour is certified by the “City of Art and History” program. Highlights •    Learn to spot Art Deco elements in the city on your own. •    Discover little-known spots that are well worth a visit! •    Learn more about this artistic movement from the “Roaring Twenties”.