Things to do in Brive-la-Gaillarde

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Start with the Top Sights in Brive-la-Gaillarde

If you're in Brive-la-Gaillarde to see the sights, you can't miss any of these.

Gouffre de Padirac

⭐️ 4.7 (25841)

Chateau de Turenne

⭐️ 4.3 (2799)

Les Pans de Travassac

⭐️ 4.5 (1413)

Abyss of Fage

⭐️ 4.4 (1005)

English landscape garden of Collette

⭐️ 4.4 (992)

Ti Goui Goui

⭐️ 4.0 (568)

Collégiale Saint-Martin de Brive-la-Gaillarde

⭐️ 4.4 (466)

Sanctuaire des Grottes de Saint-Antoine

⭐️ 4.7 (424)

Gaillard Académie

⭐️ 4.8 (357)

Tree Adventure Park Dordogne - Park WIZZ'TITI

⭐️ 4.5 (171)

Labenche Museum of Art and History

⭐️ 4.3 (143)

The top affordable restaurants in Brive-la-Gaillarde

Discover a variety of budget-friendly dining options in Brive-la-Gaillarde city, offering delicious cuisine without breaking the bank.

Restaurant Amédélys

⭐️ 4.5 (936)

Price Range: $$

Le Nuage

⭐️ 4.3 (709)

Price Range: $$

Bistrot du Palais

⭐️ 4.1 (690)

Price Range: $$

L'Instant Basque

⭐️ 4.6 (663)

Price Range: $$

Gueuleton - Brive

⭐️ 4.3 (650)

Price Range: $$

En Cuisine

⭐️ 4.7 (645)

Price Range: $$

La Toupine

⭐️ 4.5 (491)

Price Range: $$

La Tribu

⭐️ 4.4 (481)

Price Range: $$

Le Grain de Sel

⭐️ 4.5 (447)

Price Range: $$

L'Atelier du Moutier

⭐️ 4.5 (439)

Price Range: $$

Le Living

⭐️ 4.4 (401)

Price Range: $$

End your night in some of the best bars in Brive-la-Gaillarde

Discover the most vibrant nightlife scenes in Brive-la-Gaillarde, curated exclusively for you.

V and B Brive

⭐️ 4.6 (859)

Price Range: $$

Shamrock

⭐️ 4 (607)

Price Range: $$

Un Singe En Hiver SAS

⭐️ 4.3 (592)

Price Range: $$

Le Watson

⭐️ 4.5 (580)

Price Range: $$

Vertigo Cafe

⭐️ 4.6 (448)

Price Range: $$

LA BANOU

⭐️ 4.8 (343)

Price Range: $$

L'essentiel Restaurant Bar concert

⭐️ 4.4 (290)

Price Range: $

Le Conti

⭐️ 4.2 (247)

Price Range: $

Le Lord

⭐️ 4.5 (237)

Price Range: $$

LE TOULZAC

⭐️ 4 (198)

Le Barrio

⭐️ 4.3 (128)

Pick from the best places to stay in Brive-la-Gaillarde

If you're looking for some of the best hotels in Brive-la-Gaillarde you've come to the right place.

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Frequently asked questions:

  1. Visit the Château de Brive-la-Gaillarde, a medieval castle built in the 13th century.
  2. Enjoy nature at the Parc des Promenades, where visitors can explore the lakeside woodlands, multiple gardens and flower beds as well as a hedge maze.
  3. Shop at the bustling weekly markets featuring local produce and artisan goods from across the region.

Brive-la-Gaillarde is best enjoyed during the summer months. Temperatures are usually mild, and the sun is often present - making it an ideal place to enjoy outdoor activities. Due to its ideal location, near the rivers and forests, there is plenty of opportunity to explore nature, while still taking in the local culture.

Brive-la-Gaillarde offers plenty to do and explore over a three-day period, including its historical monuments, scenic views, and cultural attractions. The city's bustling markets and restaurants provide a great opportunity to sample some of the traditional French cuisine. Visitors can also enjoy its outdoor activities and explore some of the beautiful outdoor attractions nearby. With its selection of fascinating attractions, three days in Brive-la-Gaillarde is the perfect amount of time to take in the beauty of the city and have some fun.

Brive-la-Gaillarde has numerous options to travel within the city and beyond. Bus services cover the cityscape and beyond to get around effectively, as well as a local train to take travellers further away for day trips or longer. There are also plenty of taxi services and car rental companies, and even bike rental firms, to get around at a more leisurely pace and explore the city more closely.

Brive-la-Gaillarde offers a wide range of activities and attractions for kids. Kids will love to explore some of the region’s top attractions such as the Vingrau Cave, the Château de Losse, and the Gallo-Roman fountain. They can also experience Brive's rich culture by visiting the local museums and art galleries. Kids will be sure to have a great time wandering the streets and visiting the city's many parks and gardens.

We've actually curated a complete list of the best bars in Brive-la-Gaillarde. To start off we'd have to mention LA BANOU, Le Pub, Le Watson. Check out our page on the best bars in Brive-la-Gaillarde.

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