Visit Reims on foot
Located just 1.5 hours from Paris, Reims is easily explored on foot. Its UNESCO-listed heritage, its champagne cellars, and its lively atmosphere make it a perfect destination for a city break.
Thanks to the proximity of your Hotel Le Tambour to the city center, you can easily explore Reims' iconic sites.
A 30-minute walk from the hotel
You can't begin your visit to Reims without admiring the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was the coronation site of many French kings. Its imposing architecture and stained-glass windows by Chagall make it a must-see during your stay.
A few minutes away, you can glimpse the exterior of the Palais du Tau, which once served as the archbishops' residence.
A 20-minute walk from the hotel
Continue your walk towards Place Drouet-d’Erlon, considered the beating heart of Reims.
Lined with terraces and shops, this pedestrian avenue is perfect for a gourmet break.
Take the opportunity to enjoy a glass of champagne in one of the city's many restaurants.
A 23-minute walk from the hotel
Reims also preserves precious vestiges that bear witness to its ancient past, such as the Porte de Mars, a triumphal arch dating from the 3rd century.
About a twenty-minute walk from the cathedral, the Basilica of Saint-Rémi, a Romanesque masterpiece, houses the tomb of Saint-Rémi, the bishop who baptized Clovis. Its adjacent museum allows you to learn more about the history of Reims.
A 23-minute walk from the hotel
For a more contemporary touch, head to the Boulingrin district, with its covered market, a listed historic monument. Visit on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings to savor some local products.
On the Saint-Nicaise hill, you can also explore some of the great Champagne houses, such as Veuve-Clicquot, Taittinger, and Pommery, and participate in tours and tastings.
Staying at the Hôtel Le Tambour is an ideal starting point for exploring Reims on foot.
Its prime location allows easy access to iconic sites while enjoying a comfortable and welcoming setting.
Book one of our 28 quiet rooms, some of which overlook the hotel's swimming pool.
Enjoy the flower garden and the heated outdoor pool, open from May to September.
Wake up and indulge in our American breakfast buffet! A great way to start your day of sightseeing.
For those peckish appetites, a range of ready-made meals in jars is available to enjoy in your room.
Thanks to the proximity of your Hotel Le Tambour to the city center, you can easily explore Reims' iconic sites.
Main sites to visit in Reims near the hotel
Notre-Dame Cathedral
A 30-minute walk from the hotel
You can't begin your visit to Reims without admiring the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was the coronation site of many French kings. Its imposing architecture and stained-glass windows by Chagall make it a must-see during your stay.
A few minutes away, you can glimpse the exterior of the Palais du Tau, which once served as the archbishops' residence.
The Historic Center and Place Drouet-d’Erlon
A 20-minute walk from the hotel
Continue your walk towards Place Drouet-d’Erlon, considered the beating heart of Reims.
Lined with terraces and shops, this pedestrian avenue is perfect for a gourmet break.
Take the opportunity to enjoy a glass of champagne in one of the city's many restaurants.
The Gallo-Roman Ruins and the Ancient Abbey of Saint-Rémi
A 23-minute walk from the hotel
Reims also preserves precious vestiges that bear witness to its ancient past, such as the Porte de Mars, a triumphal arch dating from the 3rd century.
About a twenty-minute walk from the cathedral, the Basilica of Saint-Rémi, a Romanesque masterpiece, houses the tomb of Saint-Rémi, the bishop who baptized Clovis. Its adjacent museum allows you to learn more about the history of Reims.
The charm of the Boulingrin district and its Champagne houses
A 23-minute walk from the hotel
For a more contemporary touch, head to the Boulingrin district, with its covered market, a listed historic monument. Visit on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings to savor some local products.
On the Saint-Nicaise hill, you can also explore some of the great Champagne houses, such as Veuve-Clicquot, Taittinger, and Pommery, and participate in tours and tastings.
Your hotel is a 10-minute walk from Reims train station
Staying at the Hôtel Le Tambour is an ideal starting point for exploring Reims on foot.
Its prime location allows easy access to iconic sites while enjoying a comfortable and welcoming setting.
Book one of our 28 quiet rooms, some of which overlook the hotel's swimming pool.
Enjoy the flower garden and the heated outdoor pool, open from May to September.
Wake up and indulge in our American breakfast buffet! A great way to start your day of sightseeing.
For those peckish appetites, a range of ready-made meals in jars is available to enjoy in your room.
