A Simple 3-Day Strasbourg Itinerary
This simple 3-Day Strasbourg Itinerary will get you to all the best spots around this gorgeous town. I spent a week here visiting my family who moved there. This itinerary will keep you moving around town with plenty of leisurely time for long lunches with a glass or two of wine.
Use this guide with my Best Things to Do in Strasbourg post to customize your itinerary.
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Day 1: Notre Dame, Museums, and Raclette
Morning
On the first morning of your 3-Day Strasbourg Itinerary, head to the Notre Dame de Strasbourg in the morning. Go inside (for free) and then go around the side to pay the 8 fee to climb the 30-story tower. The views are amazing!
Hi to my cousin Philip as we start to climb the tower!
Afternoon
The Historical Museum of the City of Strasbourg is the best way to learn about the city and the tumultuous history of German and French rule. It’ll take about 1.5 hours to walk around. Even though this was only one out of the two museums I visited, I was fascinated and thought it was excellent.
Wander around the Notre Dame Strasbourg area and go into all the shops. Or visit another museum like the Archaeological Museum. You can read about all the museums here and see all the ticket prices. If you plan accordingly, you can visit all the museums for free on the first Sunday of every month.
Evening
Get dinner at La Cloche à Fromage, which specializes in raclette—a huge block of cheese that is slowly melted over potatoes, meats, pickles, and bread. Pick one cheese to share amongst your table and then you’ll get all-you-can-eat sides. I loved the pickles and potatoes best! The raclettes range from 37€ to 50€. You’ll be too stuffed to move after this.
This restaurant is an absolute must in Strasbourg.
Day 2: Flea Market, High Tea, and Snails
Morning
If it’s a Wednesday or Saturday, start the morning off at the flea market.
Then head to Petite France (or head straight there). On the way, stop at St. Thomas Church and take a look inside.
Get a late breakfast or early lunch at Café Bretelles and then walk around to the Ponts Couverts de Strasbourg, a set of 3 bridges and two 13th-century towers. This is a little bit of a touristy area but it’s so picturesque and a must-see in Strasbourg. To get the best views of the bridges, go to Barrage Vauban.
There are plenty of shops to walk in and out of. Don’t miss the Maison des Tanneurs, which is now a restaurant.
Afternoon
Make a reservation in advance at Au Fond Jardin for 2:30pm seating (Wednesday-Sunday). Choose a tea and a selection of 3 madeleines for 30. This spot feels like something out of a fairytale.
Or, skip this and go on a wine tasting in a cellar at Maison Zeyssolff at 2:15pm. You’ll taste five different Alsatian wines, accompanied by the regional specialty kougelhopf (Alsatian brioche). If you don’t have time to go on a wine tour (or it’s the dead of winter), then this is a great alternative.
Evening
Make a reservation in advance for an early dinner at Maison Kammerzell for gorgeous views of the Notre Dame de Strasbourg. You can choose to sit inside or out and both are beautiful. Be sure to the escargot. I had my first escargot there and was hooked with the buttery-garlicy-parsley covered snails.
Day 3: Boat Cruise and a Classic Café Gourmand
Morning
Go on a boat cruise along the river. Tours typically start at 10am so grab a croissant and coffee on the way. The tour typically takes an hour and fifteen minutes.
Afternoon
Get lunch at Le Tire-Bouchon, one of the most popular restaurants in town. The interior gives old cellar vibes. I had the “Bibeleskaes” dish of fried potatoes, smoked salmon, salad, and creamy yogurt. For dessert, I tried the classic Café Gourmand, which is one of the specialties of the region; you get an espresso with a sample of three tiny desserts.
Head out to your next destination in France after lunch!
How to Get Around and Where to Stay
I suggest you stay in Strasbourg’s old town to make the most of your 3-day Strasbourg itinerary. Some options that may suit your needs are this apartment that sleeps 2 or this one that sleeps 4. To splurge, I’d suggest the gorgeous Hôtel Cour du Corbeau, Hôtel & Spa Régent, or the Hotel & Spa Le Bouclier D’Or.
If you’re staying at accommodation that is out of walking distance from the old town, then get a 3-day pass at the CTS ticketing machines so you can use the bus easily.