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Popular places to visit
Strasbourg Christmas Market
During your visit to Carre d'Or, you can do some window-shopping at Strasbourg Christmas Market. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
Rohan Palace
Examine historical artifacts and artworks in the museums of this 18th-century palace, which once hosted Louis XV and Marie Antoinette.
L'Oeuvre Notre Dame Museum
One of Europe’s finest collections of medieval sculptures is a highlight of this museum dedicated to Upper Rhenish arts.
Aubette
You can learn about the history of Carre d'Or with a visit to Aubette. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Rue des Hallebardes
During your trip to Carre d'Or, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Rue des Hallebardes. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Strasbourg: 2-Hour Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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Top hotels in Historic Center
Hotel Hannong
"The hotel is in a great location. Just a 5 minute walk to Petite France and 10 minutes from the train station. The staff was excellent and made many great recommendations. The breakfast was delicious with a great variety of selections."
Reviewed on 4 May, 2026
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
"Stunning hotel defiantly lives up to its 5 star status, the beds are extremely comfortable and in a beautiful location!"
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Hôtel Rohan Strasbourg
"The hotel is located right by the cathedral on a very busy and touristy town square. It’s close to all types a restaurants and shopping. Very quick walk to petit France area as well. The basic room we stayed in was cleaned daily and had decent space and big French windows that let in a spectacular ..."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Hôtel LÉONOR the place to live By Stay Collection
"Beautiful hotel, great customer services, nice and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 15 May, 2026
Le Kléber
"We checked in (2 rooms for 3 nights) , looked at our rooms and cancelled. Had to find another hotel. It was dirty, rugs filthy in halls, stairs unsafe, railing very loose and wobbly. General disrepair throughout . Was not able to get any of our 6 nights refunded. Large metal keys that you left at ..."
Reviewed on 7 May, 2026
Hôtel Mercure Strasbourg Centre
"Bland hotel in good location close to tram stops and an easy walk to cathedral and Petite France. Room was a decent size, staff were pleasant."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
City-Centre - Petite France
Travellers love City-Centre - Petite France for its stunning cathedral, and you can see more of Carre d'Or by jumping on the metro at Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station or Place Broglie Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Kléber and Galeries Lafayette.
Quartier de la Cathédrale
While you're in Quartier de la Cathédrale, take in top sights like Strasbourg Christmas Market and jump on the metro at Place Broglie Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Petite-France
Travellers choose Petite-France for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Alt Winmarik Tram Station or Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station and check out top sights like Covered Bridge.
Krutenau
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Krutenau. Alsatian Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porte de l'Hopital Tram Station or Etoile Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
Poincaré
When in Poincaré, you can plan a visit to Place des Halles Shopping Centre and Place Kléber, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Quartier de la Gare
While you're in Quartier de la Gare, take in top sights like Train Station Square or Vauban Dam, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Faubourg National Tram Station or Gare Centrale Tram Station.
