Tourism

Hotel in the heart of Nîmes


The César, the hotel near the arenas in Nîmes center, is ideally placed in the town so that all points of interest are easily accessible by bus, tram or on foot. The teams at the César hotel are truly passionate about their city and will be happy to guide you in the choice of your activities or places to visit. For young and old, with family, two or alone, Nîmes is an ideal city for all your stays.

What to do in Nîmes?


Nîmes has acquired the status of "City of Art and History", making it the perfect town for a weekend getaway or a longer stay. The monuments, dating from Roman times and perfectly preserved, are worth visiting: the Arenas, the Maison Carrée, the Temple of Diana, the Magne tower… For culture buffs, Nîmes is full of museums: Old Nîmes, d 'Natural History, Fine Arts or that of Romanity. Walk the streets of the city center and in particular, that of the historic center where you can come across remarkable buildings: the Romanesque House, the Notre-Dame and Saint-Castor Cathedral, the Porte Auguste, but also the Castellum. Nîmes lives to the rhythm of unavoidable events: férias, festival of Nîmes, the Great Roman Game, Nuit de Nemaus and many others.

The Museum of Romanity


This building is a must in the city of Nîmes. It perfectly combines innovation and Roman history. Located just a 7-minute walk from the César hotel, this construction is remarkable thanks to its unusual architecture which fits perfectly into the dynamism of the city. Throughout the year, browse the aisles of the Museum of Romanity through a permanent exhibition presenting more than 5,000 works retracing 25 centuries of history. Discover the pre-Roman era, the Roman period, the medieval period, the Romanesque period, and finally Antiquity.

The Maison Carré


During your stay in the city, you will have to discover the Maison Carrée, located less than a 15-minute walk from your hotel. This construction is exceptional because it has withstood over 2,000 years of history, making it the best preserved Gallo-Roman temple in the world today. The Maison Carrée was first of all a consular house, a stable, an apartment, a church, the seat of the prefecture and then converted into departmental archives. Now you can watch a film retracing the history of the city of Nîmes. A must visit!

Gard's Bridge


One of the most remarkable and spectacular Roman constructions, the Pont du Gard, is a 30-minute drive from your hotel near the arenas of Nîmes center. This ancient Roman aqueduct, three stories high, spans the Le Gardon river. Its primary purpose was to transport water from Uzès to Nîmes, now it is an extraordinary site, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO, to visit, with family, friends, in pairs or alone .

The city of Uzès


The superb commune of Uzès, also called "the first duchy of France", is located less than 30 km from the city of Nîmes. Uzès is also classified as a “City of Art and History”, in particular thanks to the castle of the dukes with its three towers and its keep. Continue your visit to the town of Uzès by exploring the medieval garden and its two towers: Tour de l'Evêque and Tour du Roi, you will get an exceptional view of the town. End your exploration with the Fenestrelle tower, another must-see monument in the city, Place aux Herbes and Saint-Théodorit cathedral.

The Camargue Regional Natural Park


During your stay at the Hotel César, the cheap hotel in Nîmes center, set off to explore the Camargue natural park, located just a 40-minute drive away. In this vast wetland, activities of all kinds and typical of the region flock. Explore a traditional manade, organize hikes in the middle of the ponds to meet the many species of birds in their natural habitat and finally, walk the streets of the essential cities of the region: Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Saint -Gilles, Arles, Aigues-Mortes and Salins de Giraud.

The Alpilles Regional Nature Park


The Alpilles Regional Nature Park owes its name to the Alpilles mountain range crossing it. Between plains and reliefs, this protected territory offers breathtaking landscapes. Discover the local culture and regional specificities. Your charming hotel in Nîmes center, is less than an hour's drive from the enchanting and protected site of the Alpilles and some of its inevitable towns and villages: Les Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Paradou , Maussane-les-Alpilles and Fontvieille.

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