Things to do in Gap

New to Gap? Here are the best things to do while you're there.

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Start with the Top Sights in Gap

If you're in Gap to see the sights, you can't miss any of these.

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Casino de Monte-Carlo

⭐️ 4.6 (29034)

Musée océanographique de Monaco

⭐️ 4.5 (24324)

Castle Hill

⭐️ 4.7 (18708)

Prince's Palace of Monaco

⭐️ 4.6 (18388)

Jardin Albert 1er

⭐️ 4.5 (10129)

Parc Phœnix

⭐️ 4.2 (9473)

Musée de Grenoble

⭐️ 4.5 (2977)

Fort du Mont Alban

⭐️ 4.5 (1279)

Parking domaine de Charance

⭐️ 4.6 (739)

Ibis Gap Centre

⭐️ 4.2 (462)

Checkout these incredible local experiences in Gap

These are curated, high quality experiences in Gap hosted by locals!

Summer/WinterParagliding flight over Orcières and its valley

End your night in some of the best bars in Gap

Discover the most vibrant nightlife scenes in Gap, curated exclusively for you.

The Westin Dublin

⭐️ 4.5 (1850)

Bar Beausoleil

⭐️ 4 (566)

Price Range: $$

My Beers Gap

⭐️ 4.4 (354)

Price Range: $$

The Black Lions

⭐️ 4.1 (286)

Price Range: $$

COMME AU BISTRO

⭐️ 4.5 (272)

Le Tokoro

⭐️ 4.1 (183)

Au Ch'ti Bar

⭐️ 4.5 (152)

Price Range: $

O'Tavern - Bar / Restaurant

⭐️ 4.3 (125)

Price Range: $$

Cave 42

⭐️ 4.5 (124)

Price Range: $$

Season One

⭐️ 4 (106)

Price Range: $$

Bar Le Boulodrome

⭐️ 4.2 (88)

Price Range: $$

Pick from the best places to stay in Gap

If you're looking for some of the best hotels in Gap you've come to the right place.

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Frequently asked questions:

  1. Go Skiing at La Chambre Station de Ski: La Chambre Station de Ski offers various outdoor activities for all skill levels, including skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
  2. Visit the picturesque Historic Centre of Gap: Located in the heart of the city, the Historic Centre of Gap provides visitors with an opportunity to explore the city's rich history and to admire the various monuments, churches and squares within the area.
  3. Take a Tour of the Mont Viso Natural Park: This park offers spectacular views of the Alps, as well as an expansive range of outdoor activities like trekking, climbing, horse riding, and sightseeing.

Gap is at its most charming in the spring, when temperatures are mild and the flowers are blooming. In summer, the weather is ideal for excursions in the surrounding countryside and lakes. During autumn, you can witness the unique beauty of the changing foliage while in winter the area transforms into a ski resort full of picturesque landscapes.

Ideally, visitors should spend three days in Gap, France. This allows them to explore the incredible sights and rich cultural heritage of the area, while still having time to try the delicious local cuisine or shop in the city's vibrant markets. Additionally, they can take time to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, with activities such as biking, hiking and skiing available nearby.

Gap is well-connected with public transportation options such as buses, trains and trams. Biking is also a great way to explore the city and its surrounding areas. Taxis and rideshare services such as Uber are also available to travel within the city and to surrounding attractions.

Gap offers a variety of activities suitable for kids and their families. Explore the natural beauty of the city by taking a guided hike on the nearby trails. The children can also enjoy a variety of water sports in the city's artificial lake and activities such as horseback riding, zip-lining and rock climbing. While in Gap, families and kids won't want to miss a visit to the Toy Museum, where kids can discover the history of traditional toys.

We've actually curated a complete list of the best bars in Gap. To start off we'd have to mention The Black Lions, Season One, Cave 42. Check out our page on the best bars in Gap.

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