City centre (UNESCO historic quarter)

Reims, France

The UNESCO World Heritage historic centre, with cobblestone streets and elegant boutiques.

Places in City centre (UNESCO historic quarter)

Japanese-French fusion restaurant A two-Michelin-star restaurant run by a celebrated chef, currently the city's hottest restaurant ticket.
L'Edito Known for its seafood flair in the heart of the city.
Café du Palais A great spot for casual brunch in the heart of the city.
City centre wine bars Walkable wine bars throughout the historic centre, part of Reims's identity as a city of cafés and Champagne houses.

Best time to visit: May to September offers pleasant weather for exploring the cathedral and champagne house cellars, with the September harvest season adding extra energy to the region.
Getting around: Reims's historic centre is walkable, and the city is only a 45-minute train ride from Paris, making it an easy day trip or overnight destination.
Currency: Euro (€)
Language: French. English is spoken in tourism and hotels.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Reims's dining scene continues to punch above its weight for a city its size, with two-Michelin-star restaurants like Le Parc and a Japanese-French fusion spot requiring bookings well in advance, reflecting the city's growing culinary reputation beyond champagne tourism.

Cathedral quarter — The area surrounding Notre-Dame de Reims, the historic and spiritual heart of the city.
Champagne house district — Home to the cellars of famous champagne houses like Veuve Clicquot and Taittinger.