Things to do in

La Rochelle

ONCE YOUR TICKETS ARE PURCHASED, PLEASE INTRODUCE YOURSELF 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE BOAT DEPARTURE. NON-EXCHANGEABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE TICKET. UNE FOIS VOS BILLETS ACHETÉS, VEUILLEZ VOUS PRÉSENTER 30 MINUTES AVANT LE DÉPART DU BATEAU. BILLET NON ÉCHANGEABLE ET NON REMBOURSABLE. Set off from the Old Port of La Rochelle, renowned for its iconic Saint Nicolas and Chain Towers, and embark on a captivating journey to discover Fort Boyard and the coasts of Île d'Aix. Enjoy a 2-hour guided sea trip, soaking in the most beautiful coastal views of La Rochelle, Île de Ré, and Île d'Oléron. Learn about the rich history of Fort Boyard from your guide's engaging commentary, available in both French and English. Travel in comfort aboard a heated and spacious ship, where our friendly crew will be on hand to assist with any questions. Admire the impressive Fort Boyard and immerse yourself in the historical and scenic highlights of La Rochelle. Dogs are accepted on board for a price of €5, please call 05 46 50 55 54 to reserve. You cannot book for the dog on Get Your Guide.

Embark on boat trip on a maxi-catamaran of 16 meters. Meet at the dock located in front of the 2 historic towers of la Rochelle. After a welcome speech, you will sail up the channel, looking one last time at the city in full daylight. Admire the Richelieu Tower and the harbour of Les Minimes on the way. Once at sea, the crew will stop the engine and open the sails as the sun come down. Set up your picnic if you brought one and take in the views of the ocean as the sun sets on the horizon.  Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes and history, or to ask questions about the boat. Start up a conversation to get to know the other passengers.  Once the sun has set, you will slowly start your way back, enjoying the lights of the city at night. You will arrive at the dock after passing between the two towers of the old harbor.

Get on board a sailing catamaran cruise from La Rochelle with a qualified captain and crew and set off to explore Fort Boyard. Sail through the islands as the wind blows and the tides rise and fall. Board your superb 16-meter sailing catamaran at the old harbor of La Rochelle. After the welcome briefing, cross La Rochelle Bay admiring the Richelieu Tower and the Sailing Harbour of Les Minimes. Once outside the channel, the crew will establish the sails and direct the catamaran through the islands to the legendary Fort Boyard. Sit back and enjoy the views or eat your picnic if you brought one with you.  Once at the Fort, you will sail around it, trying to approach it as much as possible in order to get the best views and photo opportunities.  On the way back, relax in the big trampolines under the sky. Enjoy the smooth rocking from the sea. Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes, the history, or the boat. Arrive back at the dock with a head full of memories and a photo album full of wonderful pictures.

Gain entry to the 3 medieval towers of La Rochelle with one ticket: Saint Nicolas, de la Lanterne, and de la Chaîne. Learn about their tumultuous history and royal past. Get your entry ticket for the main attractions in the Old Port of La Rochelle — the 3 Towers. Dating back to medieval times, learn about the tumultuous history of each of these towers.  From prisons for Huguenots and foreign sailors in the 16th-18th centuries, to military prisons in the 19th century, plenty was happening in La Rochelle in times gone by.  Discover the Saint Nicolas Tower dating back to the 14th century. See how it was equipped with royal living quarters, as well as a chapel, while functioning as a defense tower.  Mosey around the De La Chaîne Tower, also dating back to the 14th century. Home to exhibitions since 1998, it used to be a place to collect taxes from incoming boats and the entrance to the port. Learn how the tower was damaged and rebuilt in the 19th century.  Explore the De La Lanterne Tower, the old lighthouse, ship disarmer, and, later, prison for many centuries. Count the 600 graffiti prisoners left on the walls over the years.

Embark on a sailing adventure aboard a catamaran from La Rochelle. Take in rugged coast and turquoise waters as you glide along. Enhance your experience by purchasing some drinks at the on board bar. Catch sight of some islands along the way while listening to commentary from the captain. Experience something new aboard an exceptional catamaran. Everything on board is arranged to make your outing memorable. Enjoy trampolines, teak furniture, indoor and outdoor decks, seating, and blankets. We do not allow the following on board the ship: - dogs - food and drinks

Head out on a boat trip on a 16-meter maxi-catamaran and admire the La Rochelle coast. Your crew will be able to tell you about the local landscapes and history and also a bit more about the boat itself. Meet at the dock located in front of the 2 historic towers of La Rochelle. After an introduction, you will sail up the channel, admiring the Richelieu Tower and the harbor of Les Minimes on the way. Once at sea, the crew will stop the engine and open the sails for you to relax and soak up the views. Enjoy an apéritif if you brought one and take in views of the ocean, enjoying the lights of the end of the afternoon.

Start the day with a breath of fresh and salty air on a sailing tour. Meet at the dock, right in front of the two towers of the old harbor. Once aboard the 16-meter maxi-catamaran, the crew will give a quick safety briefing before setting sail. Head up the channel, admiring the different landmarks of the bay such as the Richelieu Tower, the sailing harbor of Les Minimes, or the "end of the world" lighthouse. Once out in the bay, the crew will unfurl the sails and stop the engines. Generally in the morning, the sea is quiet and few sailboats roam the sea. Take in the peaceful atmosphere, lie down on the trampolines, and let the waves rock you gently. Chat to the crew to learn more about the local environment, history, and nautical lifestyle. You will be back at the dock just before lunch, after one last parade between the old towers.

Experience a new adventure aboard the exceptional maxi-catamaran Harmony! Set sail on a 3-hour and 30-minute narrated sea excursion towards the legendary Fort Boyard and the shores of Île d'Aix: a half-day aboard Harmony to discover the most breathtaking views of our coastline. On board, we offer a bar service. Everything is arranged on the catamaran to ensure your outing is memorable: trampolines, onboard bar, teak furniture, indoor deck, outdoor deck, seating... We await you departing from La Rochelle (Dock opposite the Media Library - Avenue Michel Crépeau - next to the Globe de La Francophonie). We do not allow the following on board the ship: - dogs - food and drinks

We await you at the departure from St-Jean-d'Acre of La Rochelle - a port famous for its 2 towers (the Saint Nicolas Tower and the Chain Tower) Let's go for a 2-hour guided sea trip towards the legendary Fort Boyard and the coasts of the island of Aix while admiring the most beautiful views of our coastline (the coasts of La Rochelle, Île de Ré and the 'Île d'Oléron). On board a heated and spacious ship, our crew will welcome you and remain available for any questions. Comments will also be translated into English. Dogs are accepted on board for a price of €5, please call 05 46 50 55 54 to reserve. You cannot book for the dog on Get Your Guide. ONCE YOUR TICKETS ARE PURCHASED, PLEASE INTRODUCE YOURSELF 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE BOAT DEPARTURE. NON-EXCHANGEABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE TICKET. UNE FOIS VOS BILLETS ACHETÉS, VEUILLEZ VOUS PRÉSENTER 30 MINUTES AVANT LE DÉPART DU BATEAU. BILLET NON ÉCHANGEABLE ET NON REMBOURSABLE.

Admire the twilight on the Harmony catamaran from La Rochelle. As the sky fills with magnificent colors, embark on a 2-hour cruise in the Pertuis Charentais on the Atlantic Ocean. Our qualified and experienced crews will introduce or reintroduce you to the joys of sailing, ensuring a unique experience! The Harmony catamaran is equipped with an onboard bar (beverages, chips, and spreads available for purchase). We also provide blankets if you get cold. We do not allow the following on board the ship: - dogs - food and drinks