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Calais tourist guide - hotels and services

Calais is a city with a rich past and cultural heritage and a place in which tourists can spend a few enjoyable days exploring. It is a great gateway to a number of picturesque French villages and towns.

There is a number of small villages in the region that are worthy of travelling to. For example, Cassel is a scenic fortified town and only a short distance away and is remarkable for its peaceful parks and astonishing architecture. Also situated not far from Calais is Le Touquet, a seaside resort with good tourist amenities and fine sandy beaches.

History buffs should not miss a visit to Dunkirk, the scene during the Second World War of significant acts of war. A 13th century Notre Dame Cathedral can be found in St-Omer's.

Calais is divided into two sections and visiting both parts is a pleasant way to spend some time in case you have to wait for your ferry service to England or before heading on to other nearby localities.

The old town, known as Calais-Nord, is more typically French than the other parts of the city. Visitors looking to absorb a bit of the French atmosphere should venture into as Calais-Nord's depths, where the rue Royale and place d'Armes are the principal features. Additionally, natural history is displayed in the Musée Henri-Dupois. An old Flemish kitchen can be seen here as well. For some great shopping you should go to Calais-Sud, with the Jacquard and Lafayette and boulevards providing some of the finest retail shops.

Hotels in Calais

Calais is an active port town and a fascinating place in its own right. The city boasts an outstanding tourist infrastructure which features plentiful hotels and other types of accommodation establishments.

Some of the reputable hotels include the three-star Meurice Hotel Calais which is conveniently situated in the heart of the Calais; La Chartreuse du Val Saint Esprit is a four-star hotel located north of Calais set in a beautiful chateau. Le Bellevue is a two-star establishment and a good option for travelers on a budget. It offers a wide range of facilities and reasonable priced accommodation.