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Museums & Cultural Sites
When it comes to the arts and craftsmanship, Tours has no shortage of attractions on offer! Visit its museums and acquaint yourself with the “Italian primitives” and Touraine’s age-old craftsmanship; set off in discovery of the city centre’s art galleries or the latest contemporary exhibition everyone’s talking about. It’s all part of “the art of living Touraine-style”…
Tours City Pass - 24hIt's THE pass you need to make the most of your stay! Your pass gives you access to 9 touristic and cultural places in and around Tours (Castle and Gardens of Villandry, Castle of Azay-le-Rideau, Castle of Tours, Centre of Contemporary Creation Olivier Debré, Fine Arts Museum, « Compagnonnage » Museum, Natural History Museum, Saint-Cosme Priory, Psalette Cloister) and a guided visit of Tours. Present your City Pass and enjoy a little tourist train tour (available end of March 2024) and exclusive benefits from our partners (leisure providers, grocery stores...).
Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre (CCC OD)In the heart of Tours, the Olivier Debré Centre for Contemporary Creation is a prestigious artistic space with an international reputation. The CCCOD presents about ten exhibitions each year. Designed by the Aires Mateus brothers, the building houses 4 large spaces dedicated to contemporary art and allows the public to enjoy several exhibitions in one visit. The name of the CCCOD pays tribute to Olivier Debré, a painter of lyrical abstraction whose studios were located in Touraine. Mediators are at the disposal of the public and each exhibition is accompanied by a personalised programme: fun workshops, guided tours, lectures and various events. The Bookstorming bookshop and the contemporary café are open to the public.
Tours City Pass - 48hEnjoy the destination's must-see attractions: Castle and Gardens of Villandry, Castle of Azay-le-Rideau, Castle of Tours, Centre of Contemporary Creation Olivier Debré, Fine Arts Museum, « Compagnonnage » Museum, Natural History Museum, Saint-Cosme Priory, Psalette Cloister and a guided tour of Tours. This 48h Pass also includes bike hire, access to the little tourist train (available end of March 2024) and exclusive benefits from our partners (e.g. €3 discount per player with Escape Yourself, 10% discount in the pub « Au temps des Rois »)
Tours City Pass - 72hWith the 72h City Pass, visit Tours and its surroundings at your own pace and at attractive rates! 9 tourist and cultural sites are included in this Pass: Castle and Gardens of Villandry, Castle of Azay-le-Rideau, Castle of Tours, Centre of Contemporary Creation Olivier Debré, Fine Arts Museum, « Compagnonnage » Museum, Natural History Museum, Saint-Cosme Priory, Psalette Cloister and a guided tour of Tours. The 72h Pass also offers numerous benefits, including bike rental, access to the little tourist train (available end of March 2024) and discounts on leisure services.
