English Walking Tours in Saint-Malo
Embark on a private walking tour in English of Saint-Malo. Step into the city's dramatic history and fascinating maritime culture with a local guide. The tour incorporates a photobook from the Saint-Malo archives and you will be treated to a tasting of traditional Breton butter biscuits along the way. At the end, each guest receives a post card created by a local artist.
My walking tours lead you to the city's most historic locations. I give you insight into Saint-Malo's rich and world-changing history. You will learn about Breton culture, WW2, and more. You will not believe what has happened inside these granite walls!
Designed for couples, families, and small groups, my private walking tours combine local history, stunning views, and insider knowledge of life in Saint-Malo today. I offer concise and enriching 2-hour tours, or in-depth full-day tours that let you explore more incredible sites in Saint-Malo.
In the summer, I offer ticketed tours for 25€ with a start time at 10am.
Private 2-Hour Saint-Malo Walking Tour
200€ (12 people max)
The 2-hour walking tour covers a complete circuit of Saint-Malo's walled city. We scale its ramparts, duck through its backstreets, and stroll through its rich history, exciting anecdotes, stupendous riches, and darkest eras. By the end of the tour, our goal is for you to have seen one of France's most beautiful cities and experienced the history that gives it such vigorous character.
Subjects that are covered in the tour:
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Medieval Castle and forts
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Corsairs (Privateers and Pirates!)
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Wars with England
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The exploration of Canada by Jacques Cartier
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All the Light We Cannot See
- Local cuisine and delicacies
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World War 2 and the near destruction of the city
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The ambitious post-war rebuild
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Modern life in the city
Activity Level: Easy
400€ (8 people max)
* Lunch is not included in the price
The full-day tour combines a walking tour of Saint-Malo's historic walled city, a stop for lunch at a traditional Breton creperie, a tour of the famous Cité d'Alet, and a stroll by the imposing and picturesque 14th-century Solidor Tower.
The Cité d'Alet
Brittany is famous for its buckwheat galette crepes and salted-butter desserts. Lunch at a creperie is a perfect time to learn about the region's cultural history that led to this unique cuisine.
Private Full-Day Saint-Malo Walking Tour
Lee Miller was the only female American war correspondent in WW2. She photographed the liberation of Saint-Malo. We visit her monument on the Bas-Sablons beach.
The Cité d'Alet was the site of Saint-Malo's main battle during the city's liberation in World War 2. The area houses roman ruins, 18th century fortifications, and dozens of German defenses.
Breton Creperie Lunch
Lee Miller Memorial
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What will you see?
Your tour of Saint-Malo will bring you to the area's most historic sites. Our guides will tell you about the history that cloaks this legendary city and the famous characters who called it home.
Your Guide
Meet Brendan! He is an American who has been living in France for over 10 years and now a proud husband and father living in the Saint-Malo area.He learned French in Québec and moved to Saint-Malo after having read All The Light We Cannot See and now spends his days showing travelers around the city that captured his imagination.
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