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The Old Harbour of La Rochelle is the major tourist attraction in this relaxing and picturesque French coastal city. The city also boasts historical landmarks, museums, vibrant nightlife, and entertainment. You can use ebookers to find the best deals on air tickets for flights to La Rochelle.
La Rochelle - Île de Ré Airport
Flights to La Rochelle land at La Rochelle—Île de Ré Airport aboard five airlines, including Air France, easyJet, and others. It is the largest airport in the region and is located at Rue du Jura, about 2 miles from downtown La Rochelle.
Airport Ground Transport
Five companies offer car-rental services at the airport, and you can book a vehicle in advance, so it would be ready for pickup when you arrive. The drive to central La Rochelle is a short one, and several taxi companies provide service from the airport to the city. Motorbike taxi service is also available for €15 a ride to any destination within La Rochelle. A bus runs every half an hour from the airport to the city Monday to Saturday, with a limited Sunday schedule, and costs €1.30 per trip.
La Rochelle Weather
The weather in La Rochelle is pleasant throughout the year. Highs reach 24°C in July and August, and average lows are about 15°C. In June and October, highs are 22°C, and lows are 10 degrees. In the coldest months, December and January, highs reach 9°C, and lows dip to 3 degrees. July and August are peak season as they are the sunniest and driest months, but bring a light jacket as temperatures dip sharply once the sun sets. The rainy season lasts from October to December, and an umbrella is necessary when visiting La Rochelle during this season. May, June, and September are pleasant times to visit La Rochelle, and they are an alternative to August, when La Rochelle becomes very crowded with French tourists who are enjoying their summer holidays. If you do go to La Rochelle during peak season, make sure to book everything in advance to avoid sold-out attractions and long lines.
Things to Do in La Rochelle
The medieval Port Towers are a great place to begin a tour of La Rochelle, as they afford visitors a great view of the Old Harbour and the rest of the city. The towers, which were built in the 12th, 14th, and 15th centuries, include the Tour de la Lanterne, a former prison that preserves graffiti inscribed on its walls by prisoners. Rue de Palais is the main commercial street of La Rochelle, and it is perfect for a relaxing café meal or an afternoon of shopping. The La Rochelle Aquarium is an extensive facility with realistic exhibits of aquatic life. Museums include the Musée des Automates, which is dedicated to automated figurines, and the adjacent Musée des Modeles Reduits, which exhibits model trains, historic scenes, and fighter ships.
Do More in La Rochelle
La Rochelle offers gaming casinos, nightlife, shopping, and fine cuisine as well as museums and historical sites. When you use ebookers to book flights to La Rochelle, you can also find package deals for hotel rooms and rental cars. This saves you time and money that you can use to enjoy more of La Rochelle.
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