Saint-Malo is a city located in North West France. Did you know that pirates once dominated it? Major attractions here are the La Demeure de Corsaire, Saint-Malo Cathedral and the Grand Aquarium Saint-Malo. The place is also known as the Corsair City. French explorer Jacques Cartier who discovered Canada is one of the city's famous residents.
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Long Course and Cap Horniers
One of the spectacular attractions of the port city is the Long cours et Cap Horniers. It is a coastal region boasting of a captivating medieval fortress. The tower has many artifacts as well as magnificent views of the ocean.
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Grand Aquarium
The aquarium is situated south of St Sevan. It boasts of 600 species of fish. A must-see is a tank populated by sharks.
Here, kids will enjoy a small submarine named Nautibus and the underwater forests of the Mangrove.
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Saint-Malo Walls
The walls shield the old areas of the port city. A must-see here are the beautiful granite houses of the city's rich ship owners. The ramparts stretches 2 kilometers and forms a full loop.
Jacques Cartier Museum
Jacques was a famous French explorer who discovered Canada. His home here was later converted into a museum. Visitors get to know his voyages to Canada and how folks lived in 16th century Saint-Malo.
Intra Muros
It is where visitors can see most of the historic buildings of the port city. Things of interest include the small alleys, ancient buildings and the magnificent cobblestone streets.
Plage du Sillon
The fine sand beach stretches for 3 kilometres. Visitors will find a big embankment here where they can go strolling. A popular activity here is bathing in the shallow rock pools in summer.
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Saint-Malo Catedral
This renowned Cathedral in France attracts visitors worldwide with its stunning blend of Roman and Gothic architecture. Its intricate stained glass windows offer a glimpse into the religious history of the port city.
Fort National
The landmark fort can be visited only at low tide. It was specifically designed to prevent foreign invasions. Here, expert guides will enlighten you about the fort's illustrious history.
Chateau de Saint-Malo
This iconic tower, constructed in 1395, stands as a symbol of the port city. It houses the city's town hall and the esteemed History and Ethnography Museum. Originally built to protect the royal family, it remains a significant landmark.