Cultural visits

Museums

House Museum René Descartes (5 min)

The Museum brings into life the philosopher’s work, and gives you an overview on the historical and cultural era of the time (Renaissance and 17th century).

Etni'cité (15 min)

Nestled on the cliffs of Saint Rémy-sur-Creuse alongside the Vienne River, Ethni'cité, a troglodyte village, looks out over the entire Valley of the Creuse. The story of this village takes you way back to the medieval times of Richard Lionheart and the Crusades….

Museum of Grand Pressigny (20 min)

Renowned to be one of highest places in terms of prehistoric memorabilia and a real Mecca for the period it covers. Its unique setting is a historical monument - one of the most southern of the Loire châteaux – makes the Museum an exceptional place to visit in Touraine.

Roc aux Sorciers à Angles sur l'Anglin (45 min)

Roc-aux-Sorciers (The Sorcerer’s rock) is an Upper Paleolithic rock shelter site dating to the mid-Magdalenian cultural stage, made famous by its relief wall carvings.

The Clos Lucé and Leonardo da Vinci (1 hour)

Clos Lucé is dedicated to Leonard de Vinci. Enter the universe of Leonardo’s creativity and enjoy a visit which is both fun and educational, meant for all the family.

Mado Robin Museum in Yzeures sur Creuse (30 min)

This museum is dedicated to the French coloratura soprano Mado Robin who was known to be one of "the highest voices" of the 20th century.

Remembrance Museum of remembrance at mesh (20 min)

This Memorial House is a museum which recalls the tragic events that occurred in this small village in Touraine on August 25, 1944.

Amusement parks

Futuroscope (45 min)

Expect the Unexpected with Futuroscope Amusement park with more than 25 different and original experiences for a stay with your family or friends.

Family Park (55 min)

3 ha “nature theme “amusement park.

Beauval Zoo (1 h 10)

Zoo ranked among the 15 most beautiful zoos in the world, a truly magical and unforgettable place, a must-see!

The Haute Touche Park at Obterre (40 min)

At the gateway to the natural park of the Brenne, discover by car, on foot, by bicycle or even by carriage horse, more than 1,000 animals coming from 5 continents and some of the rarest species living nowadays.

SPA/Well-being

SPA Sources by La Roche Posay (30 min)

The Source La Roche Posay Spa is one of the French most largest Spa destination and renowned for its anti-aging & wellness skin products combined with the benefits of thermal water.