Tourist information:
Lille is a lively city, which has become attractive over the years. This was not a sure bet; however Lille, which was European Capital of Culture in 2004, is today a modern, dynamic and warm city.
With its rich historical heritage, it is not possible to consider a trip to Lille without going to discover its beautiful old town with narrow streets, the Grand Place and Old Stock Exchange. The Museum of Fine Arts is also well worth a visit. It contains permanent collections of the highest quality, which make this museum one of the most famous of France.
Lille is a city renowned for its warmth to live. More than to find beautiful monuments, we come to Lille for the kindness and hospitality of the city. The city is bustling, there are many restaurants, bars, pubs and bistros, creating a varied nightlife.
Lille is also enjoying a rich cultural life including the Orchestre National de Lille, directed by Jean-Claude Casadesus, the Theatre du Nord and the Opera.
Lille remains true to its traditions, which constitute its way of life: the traditional Lille flea market in September brings in a huge Flea market more than two million visitors on a weekend.
Not to mention the Lille Festival in June, the grand salon "Tourissima" in January, the Wazemmes market, in New Adventure square and the Christmas Market in December.
Lille is also a city of gastronomy, where there are several renowned restaurants that assess local products: Flowers of Lille, Ryssels, Waterzoï, Juniper, Potjevleesh or "little pot of meat," Sugar pie, Waffles, and Maroilles, the famous cheese.
Lille,Recreation and Leisure City...
Many cinemas, theaters with hundreds of events annually, from rock to opera ... Lille offers many opportunities for recreation. Through its sport equipment, you can also practice more than sixty sports. A few steps from the center, the Bois de Boulogne surrounds the Citadel, and the Vauban garden is animated by puppet shows. Finally Foch Square commemorates the legendary "Little Quinquin".
From dinner theater to jazz clubs and trendy bars, Lille is also lively at night.
The city of Lille has a pleasant green space where you can stroll during sunny days. The larger is the "Bois de Boulogne" which includes a zoo and an amusement park for children. On the other side of the Deûle river is the Vauban Garden which is a fine example of an English garden.
