Chapelle des Minimes, Tours

Name: Chapelle des Minimes
Address: Tours, France

#34 among attractions in Tours

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The church of Saint-Grégoire des Minimes is located in Tours, rue de la Préfecture, next to the Lycée Descartes, the former major seminary of Saint Charles de Tours until the revolution. It was, originally, the conventual church of the convent of the Minimes brothers. In it is practiced the Tridentine rite.

Coordinates: 47°23'33"N, 0°41'24"E

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Chapelle des Minimes – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tours Cathedral, Château de Tours, Hôtel Goüin, Museum of Fine Arts.

~1570 ftNE
Cathedral with flamboyant Gothic facade
Tours Cathedral, Tours
8 min walk • Tours Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint Gatien, stands as a monumental beacon of faith and history in the city of Tours, France. This Gothic architectural masterpiece, dedicated to Saint Gatien, the first bishop of Tours, has been an emblem of...
~1900 ftNE
11th-century castle hosting exhibitions
Château de Tours, Tours
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, the Château de Tours stands as a historical testament to the city of Tours, France. This ancient fortress, now repurposed as a museum, offers visitors a glimpse into the rich tapestry of French history and culture.
~1680 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Hôtel Goüin, Tours
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Tours, France, lies the Hôtel Goüin, a Renaissance gem that now serves as a museum dedicated to the region's rich history and culture. This architectural masterpiece, with its ornate façade and intricate stone carvings...
~1550 ftNE
Fine-arts museum in a former palace
Museum of Fine Arts, Tours
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Tours, the Museum of Fine Arts stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of France. Housed in the former Palais des Archevêques, this museum is a treasure trove of artistic achievements spanning from the Middle...
~1750 ftW
Neo-Byzantine church with a saint's tomb
Basilica of Saint Martin, Tours
9 min walk • The Basilica of Saint Martin stands as a beacon of spiritual heritage in the city of Tours, France. This hallowed church, dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours, is a site of pilgrimage and a testament to the city's religious significance through the centuries.
1.2 miW
Botanic garden with greenhouses and fauna
Botanical Garden, Tours
30 min walk • The Jardin botanique de Tours is a municipal botanical garden and arboretum located at 33, Boulevard Tonnellé, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France. It is open daily; admission is free.
~910 ftNW
Street
Rue Nationale, Tours
5 min walk • The Rue Nationale is one of the oldest streets and the busiest shopping street in the city of Tours.
~1600 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Musée du Compagnonnage, Tours
8 min walk • The Musée du Compagnonnage de Tours is a French municipal museum located in the city of Tours, north of Rue Nationale. The museum is located in the former Saint-Julien abbey.
~1900 ftNE
Archaeological site
Tours Amphitheatre, Tours
10 min walk • The Tours amphitheater is a Roman amphitheatre located in the historic city center of Tours, France, immediately behind the well known Tours cathedral. It was built in the 1st century when the city was called Caesarodunum.
~1660 ftNW
47°23'45"N • 0°41'7"E
Centre de Création contemporaine Olivier Debré, Tours
8 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
1.3 miNW
Area
Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire, Tours
35 min walk • Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire is a commune in the department of Indre-et-Loire in central France. It is located northwest of Tours on the other side of the Loire. It is the third largest city in the Indre-et-Loire department, behind only Tours and Joué-lès-Tours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chapelle des Minimes?

Nearby attractions include Rue Nationale, Tours (5 min walk), Fritz l'éléphant, Tours (7 min walk), St. Julian's Church, Tours (7 min walk), Museum of Fine Arts, Tours (8 min walk).

How to get to Chapelle des Minimes by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chapelle des Minimes:

Bus

Zola • Lines: C (2 min walk)
Sainte-Ursule • Lines: C (4 min walk)

Tram

Nationale • Lines: A (4 min walk)
Jean Jaurès • Lines: A (6 min walk)

Train

Tours (8 min walk)