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Free Walking Tour Lille

Free walking tour Lille is the best way to explore the city of Lille in northern France, known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. The city is home to many historic landmarks, including the Place Charles de Gaulle, a large public square and the Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille, an art museum. Lille is also known for its vibrant cultural scene, with numerous theaters, opera houses, and museums showcasing the city’s rich heritage and cultural traditions. The city’s food scene is also diverse, with a range of options from traditional French cuisine to international cuisine. Whether it’s exploring the city’s rich history, admiring its stunning architecture, or experiencing its vibrant cultural scene, Lille is a city that has something to offer for everyone.

General information

Meet your guide at the entrance of metro Rihour, near the restaurant la Chicorée.

Tip only basis. You must tip your guide at the end of the tour. It is recommended to tip from 10 to 20 euros per person.

This tour requires a booking fee. Tours often sell out and no-shows are costly to our business. Remember that the booking fee of 2.5 USD per person is not the gratuity. The gratuity must be given to the tour guide at the end of the activity.

Free Walking Tour Lille – Itinerary

Free walking tour Lille begins at the Grand Place in Lille, France. From there, we embark on a fascinating journey through the city’s historic treasures.

Your first stop for the free tour in Lille is La Vieille Bourse, Lille’s old stock exchange building. Admire the stunning architecture and learn about its history as a hub of commerce.

Continue your walk to Palais Rihour, a beautiful building with a rich history. Your guide will share interesting facts about this historical landmark.

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Next, head to The Place, Lille’s central square. Marvel at the grandeur of the surrounding buildings and listen to stories of its significance in the city’s culture and events. Stroll through charming streets to reach Hospice Comtesse, a former hospital turned museum. Discover the stories behind this historical site and enjoy the picturesque surroundings.

As you make your way to Place du Théâtre, learn about the city’s vibrant cultural scene. Admire the opulent Opera House and the beautiful architecture in the area. Lille free walking tour concludes back at Rihour, where you can ask your guide any remaining questions and take in the atmosphere of this lively square.

This free walking tour in Lille will provide you with a glimpse of Lille’s rich history and architecture. You’ll have the opportunity to capture beautiful photos and hear captivating stories about each stop. Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes and check the tour schedule in advance to ensure it’s available during your visit. Enjoy your exploration of Lille!

Frequent asked questions

What is the maximum number of participants for the free walking tour in lille.

The maximum number of participants this tour can host is 15 people.

Can this free tour be done for one single group?

If you want a tour for only your group, please request a quotation for a private tour.

Can my children participate in this walking tour?

Of course, in Free Tour Lille everyone is welcome.

Do we see all the places listed in the itinerary?

The itinerary of this tour may change sometimes.

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One day in lille, france: itinerary + self-guided walking tour.

Featuring grand cobblestoned squares lined with exuberant Baroque buildings, Lille is one of France’s best-kept secrets. And thanks to its excellent rail connections, it is easy to take a day trip to Lille from other major cities, including London on Eurostar.

But which are the best things to see during one day in Lille? As a three-time visitor, this is where I can help.

Make the most of your time in this fascinating Flemish city by following my 1-day Lille itinerary. There’s a map that you can use for a self-guided walking tour as well as practical information, including where to stay and how to get there and get around.

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Is One Day in Lille Enough? 

One day in Lille is enough to cover its main sights. Despite its size, the city’s main attractions are close together, making it easy to explore on foot. However, I recommend spending two days in Lille to appreciate it at a more relaxed pace. This also means that you can take a look at the UNESCO-listed Lille Citadel and visit the extraordinary La Piscine de Roubaix.

1-Day Lille Itinerary + Map

This Lille 1-day itinerary starts at Musée de Hospice Comtesse and finishes at the Beffroi de Lille:

• Musée de Hospice Comtesse

Place aux Oignons

• Notre Dame de la Treille
• Place de Théâtre
• La Veille Bourse
• Place du Générale-de-Gaulle

Church of St. Etienne

Palais des beaux-arts, lille.

• Porte de Paris
• Beffroi de Lille

This walk follows a logical route from north to south but you may need to tweak it and dog-leg back to a few places to accommodate their opening hours. Check these in advance.

The distance between these sights is less than 2 miles . To help you on your way, here’s a map you can use as a  self-guided Lille walking tour . Click here or on the image for step-by-step directions and to send to your phone.

What to Do in Lille in One Day

Musée de hospice comtesse (hospice compesse museum).

Founded in 1237 by Countess Jeanne de Flandre, the Hospice Comtesse Museum is the first stop on our Lille itinerary. This hospital remained in service until 1939 and is now the city’s museum and home to a collection of Flemish paintings, tapestries, wood sculptures and porcelain.

Aux Merveilleux de Fred

No Lille day trip is complete without trying Merveilleux. The best place to pick these up is Aux Merveilleux de Fred and there’s a shop opposite the Hospice Comtesse Museum.

Literally marvellous, these little cakes are made from clouds of light meringue liberally smothered in fresh cream and chocolate shavings.

Despite what its name suggests, onions have played no part in the history of Place aux Oignons. Back in the Middle Ages, this photogenic square formed part of the fortress of the Counts of Flanders, none of which remains. Today, it is home to several good restaurants.

Notre Dame de la Treille (Lille Cathedral)

I have walked down the nave of many cathedrals over the years but the Notre Dame de la Treille ranks amongst the most interesting that I have visited.

Lille Cathedral owes its unique appearance to its troubled genesis. Originally conceived as a Gothic building, the cathedral’s foundations were laid in 1854. However, workers had to down tools in 1947 when funds dried up, and construction was not resumed until 1999.

The resulting cathedral is a dizzying mix of traditional meets contemporary. The ugly modern façade, made from 110 marble sheets, contrasts with the cathedral’s interior with its soaring Gothic arches.

Its glass  rose window  above the main entrance features unusual symbols including UFOs & astronauts, said to represent the cycle of death and resurrection.

However, for me, Lille Cathedral’s star turn is its  La Sainte Chapelle  behind the main altar. Housing a small 12th-century statue of the Virgin Mary, it has an exquisite mosaic floor.

Place de Théâtre & La Veille Bourse  

Two flamboyant buildings dominate Lille’s Place du Théâtre.

The first is its gleaming white opera house topped by an overblown sculpture of the  Triumph of Apollo. 

The other is the ornate, albeit more restrained, La Veille Bourse .

La Veille Bourse was one of my favourite places to visit in Lille. Formerly the city’s stock exchange, this structure comprises 24 small houses arranged around an elaborate, porticoed inner courtyard, embellished with decorative plaques and stone sculptures.

Now home to a book market, La Veille Bourse has an interesting history.

Before its construction in the 1650s, most trading took place outside, and traders were at the mercy of the elements. Battling wind, rain and a damp chill during one of my days in Lille I felt their pain!

To prevent the traders from falling sick, La Veille Bourse was commissioned to provide private houses supporting trading in the coldest months.

Place du Générale-de-Gaulle (Grand Place)

Walk through La Bourse to Lille’s beating heart, the Grand Place. Once the site of the city’s medieval market, today it’s the focal point for celebrations and a popular meeting place.

At Christmas time, it is home to a giant Ferris wheel.

The Déesse Column , commemorating the 1792 Austrian siege, is in the centre of the square.

More exuberant Flemish buildings flank the square, including the  La Voix du Nord  building , home to the largest newspaper in Northern France.

Climb the steps to the entrance of Théâtre du Nord for a birds-eye view of the Grand Place.

Place Rihour & Lille Christmas market

Lacking the architectural bravado of the Grand Place or Place du Théâtre, the smaller and unremarkable Place Rihour, is home to the friendly  Lille Tourist Office  and the city’s Christmas market.

The 18 th  Century Church of St. Etienne (L’Église Saint Etienne) is a few minutes walk southwest of Place Rihour.

This is one of France’s largest Jesuit churches and features an exquisite pulpit, sculpted by François Rude. It is crowned by angels and cherubs with Faith and Hope holding a vessel of St. Stephen’s martyrdom.

Ten minutes southeast of the Church of St. Etienne is Lille’s cultural calling card, the Palais des Beaux-Arts .

Flanking the southern side of the vast Place de la République, this fine art gallery is second only to the Louvre in Paris in size and stature. It was established by Napoleon in the early 1800s to popularise art, its collection curated from the spoils of war.

I recommend working your way chronologically, starting at the basement level with art from the Renaissance period.

Don’t miss a pair of paintings by  Dirk Bouts  (1420 – 1475) that were once part of a triptych.

The painting to your right depicts the righteous ascending into Heaven. The souls featured in the left-hand side painting weren’t so lucky, with the dammed falling into Hell to be tortured by demons for eternity.

It is thought that the central painting of this triptych represented Judgement Day.

On the upper floor, there is an impressive collection of muscular Rubens, a smattering of Sisleys and expressive Goyas. The Palais des Beaux-Arts is also home to a fine collection of Rodin sculptures, the most striking of which is Les Bourgeois de Calais.

Porte de Paris and Lille Belfry (Beffroi de Lille)

Porte de Paris , the final stop on our Lille walking tour, is five minutes east of the Palais des Beaux-Arts

Built by Simon Vollant in the late 17 th  Century to celebrate Louis XIV’s capture of Lille for the French, this is the most striking of Lille’s surviving city gates.

The adjacent red brick and stone Art Deco belfry rises over the city like a giant exclamation mark. At a height of 104 meters, the UNESCO-listed Beffroi de Lille is the highest civilian belfry in Europe.

To climb Lille’s belfry, walk the first 100 steps and then take 300 or so steps or the elevator to the top. I recommend taking the lift up and walking down as there is information about the belfry on each floor.

Check opening hours and find out how to book here .

When is the Best Time to Visit Lille, France?

For longer days and the best chance of sunny skies, visit Lille between May and September. I was there most recently in May and basked in balmy temperatures and drank cooling beer under blue skies.

If Christmas markets are your thing, plan your visit for December (this was my first visit). Although it can be cold and damp, there is something magical about the festive lights.

How to Get to Lille

Lille has two train stations: Lille Flandres and Lille Europe. It is a ten-minute walk between the two train stations.

Most trains from other French cities and Belgium arrive at Lille Flandres station in the heart of the old town. Some TGV services go into Lille Europe , which also serves Eurostar trains from Brussels and London.

Thanks to short journey times and the central location of the train station, it’s easy to do a Lille day trip from Paris, Brussels and London. You can check train times here .

Eurotunnel  trains run from Folkestone to Calais up to four times per hour from 7 am. The last train back from Calais is at around midnight.

Alternatively, take the  car ferry from Dover to Calais , a 90-minute crossing.

There are underground car parks near the old town.

How to Get Around Lille

The best way to get around Lille is on foot. As most of the city’s attractions are close to one another, Lille lends itself beautifully to a self-guided walking tour

Lille also has an excellent bus, tram and metro network , which I used to visit La Piscine de Roubaix on my third visit. Public transport is included in the  Lille City Pass , which also includes free access to attractions and a selection of discounts and special offers.

Where to Stay in Lille

As one of France’s biggest cities, Lille is not lacking in accommodation options. However, to be in the thick of things, pick a central location near the old town.

Ibis Lille Centre Gare

I chose this 3-star hotel on my first visit to Lille for its central location close to Lille Flandres station. It’s perfect if you want a comfortable stay in a good location at an affordable price

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Hotel Boa, BW Signature Collection

This 4-star hotel, where I stayed on my most recent trip to Lille, is perfect if you are looking for a quiet, centrally-located hotel with superb customer service. Its location, between Lille Flandres Station and Place de Théâtre, could not be better and the complimentary minibar a bonus.

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Here are some other hotels that I have found that may suit different budgets:

Splurge – Grand Hotel Bellevue – Grand Place

This 4-star hotel is right in the thick of things on the Grand Place. A good breakfast is included in the room rate.

Budget – Hotel Lille Europe

Close to Lille-Flandres Station, this budget hotel looks terrific value and its helpful staff get a special mention in online reviews.

Thank you for reading my Lille day trip itinerary

Each time I have visited, I have been seduced by Lille’s grandiose Flemish architecture, its old town, the friendliness of its people and its hearty cuisine. For those taking a solo trip to France , it’s relatively safe and easy to explore. Although Lille may lack the immediate charm of other northern French cities such as Reims , Colmar  or  Strasbourg , dismiss it at your peril.

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Quel est le prix ?  

L’entièreté de la visite est basée sur le principe de rémunération libre. Chaque visiteur paie à la fin de la visite ce qu’il considère adapté à la qualité de la visite. Cette méthode permet d’assurer que le guide fera son maximum pour vous faire découvrir la ville et son histoire de la manière la plus intéressante possible.

Les horaires des visites :

• Pour les visites en français  : du lundi au vendredi, départ à 10h Porte de Paris (sur demande)
• Pour les visites en anglais  : deux départs par jour, du lundi au vendredi à 10h au départ du Gastama dans le Vieux-Lille ou du lundi au dimanche à 14h Porte de Paris

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Free Walking Sightseeing Tour #1 in Lille, France

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Explore Lille in France with this free self-guided walking tour . The map shows the route of the tour. Below is a list of attractions, including their details.

Sight 1: Caserne Souham

The Souham Barracks or Saint-Maurice Barracks, is a former military barracks located in Place Saint-Hubert, Lille, Nord Department, France. Partially demolished in the early 1980s, the facades and roofs of all the remaining buildings as well as the fence walls of the barracks were listed as historical monuments in 1985.

Wikipedia: Caserne Souham (FR)

Sight 2: Maison dite des Vieux Hommes

The Maison des Vieux Hommes is a house located in Lille, at 49 rue de Roubaix. Built in 1624, it was listed as a historical monument on 18 August 1944.

Wikipedia: Maison des Vieux Hommes (FR)

Sight 3: Hôtel d'Ailly-d'Aigrenont

The Hôtel d'Hailly d'Aigremont, or d'Ailly d'Aigremont, is a private mansion located at 45 rue de Roubaix in Lille. It is now the residence of the commanding general of the French Army's Land Forces.

Wikipedia: Hôtel d'Hailly d'Aigremont (FR)

Sight 4: Hôtel Ramery

The Hôtel Ramery is a former private mansion located at 18 rue des Arts in Lille, in the Nord department.

Wikipedia: Hôtel Ramery (FR)

Sight 5: Fontaine Wallace

Wallace fountains are public drinking fountains named after, financed by and roughly designed by Sir Richard Wallace. The final design and sculpture is by Wallace's friend Charles-Auguste Lebourg. They are large cast-iron sculptures scattered throughout the city of Paris, France, mainly along the most-frequented sidewalks. A great aesthetic success, they are recognized worldwide as one of the symbols of Paris. A Wallace fountain can be seen outside the Wallace Collection in London, the gallery that houses the works of art collected by Sir Richard Wallace and the first four Marquesses of Hertford.

Wikipedia: Wallace fountain (EN)

Sight 6: Église Saint-Maurice

The Église Saint-Maurice is a church on Rue Pierre-Mauroy, in the historic centre of Lille, northern France. Its construction began at the end of the 14th century and completed at the end of the 19th century, and it was extended over more than four centuries. A hall church in the Gothic style, it was made a monument historique in 1914.

Wikipedia: Saint-Maurice, Lille (EN)

Sight 7: Hôtel de Marchiennes

The Hôtel de Marchiennes is a private mansion located in Lille, in the Nord department.

Wikipedia: Hôtel de Marchiennes (FR)

Sight 8: Église Saint-Sauveur

The Saint-Sauveur church is located on rue Saint-Sauveur in Lille, in the Lille-Centre district. It was built on the site of an old Gothic church that burned down in 1896 and lasted from 1898 to 1902.

Wikipedia: Église Saint-Sauveur de Lille (FR)

Sight 9: Hôpital Saint-Sauveur

Saint-Sauveur Hospital is a former hospital in Lille, Nord department, France. The pavilion, the last vestige of the hospital, was classified as a historical monument in 1923 and 1962.

Wikipedia: Hôpital Saint-Sauveur (FR)

Sight 10: La Noble Tour

The Noble Tour is a former bastion of the ramparts of Lille and is the last standing vestige of the city's medieval fortifications. It was built under Philip the Bold (Duke of Burgundy and husband of Margaret III of Flanders.

Wikipedia: Noble Tour (FR)

Sight 11: Belfry

The belfry of Lille City Hall, inaugurated in 1932, is the tallest civil belfry in Europe. The project for its construction was the result of the destruction of the old town hall during the First World War.

Wikipedia: Beffroi de Lille (FR) , Website

Sight 12: Statue de Faidherbe

The Monument to General Faidherbe is an equestrian statue of the French general Louis Faidherbe, located in Lille. Designed by Antonin Mercié, cast by Thièbaut frères, it was inaugurated in 1896 on Place Richebé and was listed as a historical monument in 1975.

Wikipedia: Monument au général Faidherbe (FR)

Sight 13: Palais des Beaux-Arts

The Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille is a municipal museum of art and antiquities located on Place de la République in Lille, Hauts-de-France region. It is one of the largest museums in France and the largest museum of fine arts, outside Paris, in number of works exhibited.

Wikipedia: Palais des beaux-arts de Lille (FR) , Website

Sight 14: Église du Sacré-Cœur

The church of the Sacred Heart is a church, located at the crossroads of rue Nationale and rue Solférino, in the Lille-Center district in Lille. Erected in recent decades of the 19th century, it contains a set of eleven stained glass windows classified as a historic monument since 1983.

Wikipedia: Église du Sacré-Cœur de Lille (FR)

Disclaimer Please be aware of your surroundings and do not enter private property. We are not liable for any damages that occur during the tours.

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Free Tour por Lille: Descubre la Joya del Norte Francés

Lille es una ciudad vibrante, ubicada en la región de Hauts-de-France que combina influencias flamencas y francesas, creando un mosaico cultural único. Si buscas sumergirte en la esencia de esta metrópolis norteña, el Free Tour por Lille te ofrece una perspectiva fresca y enriquecedora.

Un Recorrido por la Diversidad y Elegancia

Al caminar por Lille con el Free Tour, te encontrarás con una mezcla de arquitectura tradicional y moderna. Desde la majestuosa Ópera hasta la Grand-Place , cada rincón de la ciudad narra una parte de su historia. Además, Lille es famosa por sus mercados coloridos , donde se concentra la vida local y se mantienen las tradiciones de antaño.

Con un free tour tendrás la oportunidad de conocer de primera mano en las historias que han moldeado Lille, desde sus raíces medievales hasta su papel en eventos mundiales contemporáneos.

Explora Lille con Guías Entusiastas

El encanto del Free Tour por Lille radica en la pasión y el conocimiento de los guías locales . Estos expertos te llevarán por rincones curiosos, plazas y monumentos icónicos, compartiendo anécdotas y hechos poco conocidos. Al ser un tour de libre pago, cada guía se compromete a ofrecer una experiencia memorable, garantizando que los visitantes se conecten profundamente con la esencia de Lille.

Tras tu inmersión en Lille, te animamos a expandir tu horizonte y explorar la emblemática París, que te espera con su historia y sus monumentos inigualables. Para una introducción auténtica a la capital, considera unirte al Free Tour París . Al igual que en Lille, te encontrarás descubriendo secretos y maravillas de la mano de guías locales expertos. ¡Continúa tu aventura francesa y déjate seducir por la magia de París!

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The 15 best free activities in Lille

You want to visit Lille while spending as little as possible?

Then follow this Top 11 of free visits, museums and activities to do in Lille that we have created for you to enjoy without breaking the bank.

Before we get started, here are our top 3 favorite visits in Lille

💸 To discover Lille’s most remarkable monuments , use public transport for free and save money, we highly recommend taking the Lille City Pass .

📸 Then, we really recommend you to take this guided tour in the old Lille. The guide is fascinating and the tour super interesting! Book it here .

Finally, our 😍 activity: a guided tour of the cobblestone streets of Lille in an iconic Citroen 2CV . This is our readers’ favorite activity so go for it! Book here . (be careful, places are going fast)

Table des matières

The Old Stock Exchange

This is without a doubt one of the most beautiful buildings in Lille! We strongly invite you to enter the Vieille Bourse, which is located directly in front of the Opera

Its purpose is to offer a moment of peace and relaxation in the heart of the city’s bustle. You can go there to look for old books, records, to decorate posters or even play a game of chess…

Every afternoon, except on Monday every afternoon, except on Monday, a second-hand book market is held in the courtyard of the Old Bourse. In summer, you can even attend free tango evenings on sunday. As a bonus, the monument alone is worth the detour!

Address : Place Charles de Gaulle, 59000 Lille

Website : https://www.lille.fr/Nos-equipements/La-Vieille-Bourse

The Saint-Sauveur train station

The St. Sauveur train station, the place where the trendy people of Lille pass by, is a place that we advise you to put on your list of things to do during your stay there!

The inhabitants of Lille go there for many things, but also to enjoy the free concerts they offer every week. And what about the variety of shows and concerts offered, except that there is something for all ages and tastes?

At the Gare Saint-Sauveur, there is now free access to a children’s cinema, exhibitions, concerts and even a city farm!

We recommend you to go there because it’s one of the best cultural places in Lille where you don’t have to pay for to pay for the fun, so take advantage of it!

Address : 17 Boulevard Jean-Baptiste Lebas, 59800 Lille

Website: https: //www.lille.fr/Nos-equipements/Gare-Saint-Sauveur

Visit the museums for free in Lille on the first Sunday of each month

With the richness and diversity of the Lille metropolis, there’s no excuse to take a little trip alone, as a couple or as a family to discover the cultural heritage that around you!

All the museums of Lille metropolis are free on the first Sunday of each month, so we invite you to note this date in your visit plan!

Website : https://www.lille.fr/Que-faire-a-Lille/Envie-de-culture/Musees-et-expositions2

The city hall and its belfry

Have you already enjoyed Lille from the sky? We invite you we invite you here to take a little height every 1st Wednesday of the month free of charge by climbing the steps of the belfry of Lille, classified as a uNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city.

Double advantage: the view will enchant you and you will be physically active all day long by climbing the 104 meters and the 400 steps of the of the monument! For the less athletic, there is an elevator at the end of the first 100 first 100 steps.

The interior of the town hall is not lacking in charm either.

Address : Place Augustin Laurent, 59033 Lille

Website : http://www.lille.fr/

The entrance hall of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry

All the locals know this building in the city center, as majestic as it is impressive. But few of them are those who dare to climb the stairs and cross the open access doors of this of this historical place of Lille.

We guarantee you a surprise effect with its numerous marble columns, its frescoes and its chandeliers to take your breath away..

Address : Pl. du Théâtre, 59000 Lille

Website : https://hautsdefrance.cci.fr/cci-grand-lille/

The Wazemmes market

It is a real institution in Lille! We don’t count anymore the number of people in Lille who like enjoy the atmosphere of the Wazemmes market on Tuesdays, Thursdays and especially on sunday mornings.

It’s a bit like a flea market where you can find all sorts of things at really low prices. But you don’t have to go shopping to go to the Wazemmes market: we also invite you to go there to soak up the soul of Wazemmes!

Address : Place Nouvelle Aventure, 59000 Lille

Website : https://www.lille.fr/Nos-equipements/Marche-de-Wazemmes

An open air mapping show

The mapping is THE big trend of the moment of the moment, which allows you to attend sound and light shows where the projection screen where the projection screen is nothing less than the emblematic buildings of the city!

Video Mapping Festival starts its first edition in the region with two evenings in Lille and Villeneuve d’Ascq. We recommend you to take part in the opening ceremony of this event, as free tours of the city are often organized in parallel often organized in parallel.

Address: various places in Lille during the Video Mapping Festival

Website: https: //www.videomappingfestival.com/ (Video Mapping Festival)

Visit the Lille Zoo for free

The inhabitants of Lille have the to have a free zoo all year long! That’s why we encourage you to take advantage of your stay to discover the 350 animals that live there live there. Travel through Asia, from the African savannah to the tropics, following the many animations proposed to accompany your visit.

Address : Avenue Mathias Delobel, 59000 Lille

Website : https://www.lille.fr/Zoo-de-Lille

The Braderie of Lille

If you are in Lille on the first Sunday of of September, you are lucky!

Indeed, it is at this time that the Braderie de Lille, the biggest flea market in Europe, takes place! The access is free and there are good offers. If you don’t have the chance to be to be present in Lille for this occasion, we invite you to visit the the rest of the year to visit the second hand stores and flea markets, in the same spirit of giving a second life to objects!

Address : 2 bis Rue Frédéric Mottez, 59800 Lille

Website : https://www.braderie-de-lille.fr/

The musical blind test evenings

The musical blind test evenings have become popular in Lille, and that’s why we invite you to take part in one of to take part in one of them!

Many bars are surfing on this wave this wave to satisfy the amateurs of guessing games around the music music. We recommend Wednesday night at l’Escalier or La Chapelle 2, both located in the old Lille.

Address : 18 Rue de la Halle, 59800 Lille (Stairway) ; 61 Rue Saint-André, 59000 Lille (La Chapelle 2)

Website: https: //fr-fr.facebook.com/lestairway (Stairway); http://www.lachapelle2-lille.com/ (La Chapelle 2)

A stroll on the waterfront at one hour from Lille

Of course, the weather is not often for a little trip to the seaside when you are in Lille… but why not in Lille… but why not try the experience? It’s true, after all after all: we still recommend you to go there, because it is only an hour is only one hour away from the city!

Indeed, there is nothing more invigorating than a walk along the waterfront in the cool of the late the cool of the off-season… even in the rain! The activity, in itself, is free, but you’ll just have to find a free, but you’ll just have to find a way to get there.

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Climb the steps of the largest belfry in France and Belgium and contemplate the 360° view that awaits you at the top.

Discover Lille’s most beautiful sites and monuments aboard a convertible coach that takes you on a tour of a large part of the city.

Stroll through the charming cobbled streets of Vieux-Lille and discover its rich history.

For the Séries Mania festival, climb aboard the City Tour and discover the filming locations of your favorite movies and TV series in Lille and the surrounding area.

The beer tasting workshop varies each month, offering a range of flavors and nuances finely selected according to the season and the products of the moment.

Stroll around Vieux-Lille with your guide and stop off at 6 of Lille’s best addresses, to enjoy a delicious meal and the warm welcome of the people of the North.

A new date for this successful visit. Built in 1717,  to imagine what goes on behind the façade. Discover it on a guided tour with a tour guide and a member of the theatre team.

Who better than the locals to show you around the city? Get on your authentic Dutch bike or tandem and pedal off to Lille’s most beautiful sites and monuments.

The area around Porte de Valenciennes is undergoing a major transformation. Let us tell you about its history, closely linked to the region’s industrial past, and soak up its peaceful surroundings.

Aboard an authentic 2CV, wind your way through the cobbled streets and alleys of Vieux-Lille, discovering the most beautiful sites and monuments of this picturesque district.

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This free Jameson whiskey pop-up is bringing a taste of Dublin to Toronto for a limited time

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Get ready for a taste of some delicious Irish whiskey, Toronto! That's right, Jameson's iconic Distillery Tour   is coming to the city for a limited-edition pop-up and you simply cannot skip it.

We're talking live music from local bands, master whiskey cooper demonstrations, deliciously crafted cocktails, good vibes and more! 

For more than two centuries, Jameson has been crafting delicious Irish whiskey and now they're bringing their award-winning Bow St. Distillery from Ireland all the way to Toronto for an immersive tour stop.

Touching down at STACKT Market from May 2 to May 12, the Jameson Distillery on Tour  kicks off with a legendary live instrumentation and DJ set by none other than Kevin Drew and Brendan Canning of Broken Social Scene! 

This interactive distillery experience and free performance is meant for the city to come together   (19+)   and enjoy the exceptional taste and tradition of one of the world's smoothest whiskeys. 

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This is Toronto's first time experiencing the Jameson Distillery on Tour after successful trips to New York, Mumbai, and Johannesburg .

You'll find the tour housed inside a series of custom shipping containers, with a packed schedule of specialty whiskey tastings, live gigs from local bands and DJs, and cocktail masterclasses throughout the activation.

Running from May 2 to May 12, with tours available from noon to 5 p.m., you can reserve your spot online.

Live barrel charring

For the first week of the tour, fifth-generation Jameson Master Cooper  Ger Buckley, will be flying in from Ireland to demonstrate the art of charring barrels — with a flamethrower — to house the whiskey as it matures, locking in Jameson's famous smooth taste.

Guests will actually feel the char's heat and smell the whiskey's  vanilla notes through this demo.

Learn about the intricate process of crafting one of Toronto's most loved whiskeys and dive headfirst into the Jameson spirit. Drinks and merchandise are available for purchase while the tour and tasting itself are free to experience.

Live entertainment 

Jameson is also providing platforms for Toronto musicians to perform, from emerging artists to headlining acts.

Musicians will take the stage throughout the two-week tour stop in a nod to the Irish busking tradition but with a special Toronto twist. Don't miss out on local acts tearing up the stage like Jane Inc., Pkew Pkew Pkew, and ISO Radio DJs, to name a few.

How does hanging out with friends and bonding over Jameson's triple-distilled process and famous smooth taste sound? Reserve a tour ! 

You don't have to be a whiskey connoisseur to enjoy this event! It's all about good vibes, connecting with new and old friends, and welcoming Toronto to the Jameson community with some seriously delicious drinks.

Operating through STACKT Market's daily hours, visit the Jameson Distillery on Tour from May 2 - May 12 and enjoy the smooth taste of Dublin!

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Max Homa didn’t win the Masters, but some free Chick-Fil-A was his consolation prize

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Last week’s Masters represented Max Homa’s best chance to win his first major. Homa, who had just one top-10 in a major before last week, started the final round in third place, just two shots off Scottie Scheffler’s lead.

Homa was part of a four-way tie for the lead after he birdied the eighth hole, and he continued to put pressure on Scheffler with a birdie at the 10th hole. Homa’s chances all but ended when his tee shot on the 12th hole ricocheted into the bushes behind the 12th green, resulting in a double-bogey. Homa shot 73 on that Sunday to finish third, seven shots behind Scheffler.

“I handled my nerve really well,” Homa said Wednesday in his pre-tournament press conference at the RBC Heritage. “I dealt with a lot of expectations and didn't let that affect my golf game too much. I had never been in a position of being in contention going into a Sunday -- a Saturday, any of those days really. It was fun to wake up for a couple days and think, there's a pretty decent chance I might be wearing a green jacket on Sunday and to still excel and feel good about my golf.

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“What a memory. If I never play another golf tournament, it's pretty cool to have that seared into my brain.”

Homa didn’t leave town with a green jacket, but he did have a consolation prize in the form of some free Chick-Fil-A. He stopped at the popular fast-food chain on his way out of town, and when a woman recognized Homa in the drive-thru line, she decided to pay for his food.

“She said that her son is 3 or 4 and I'm his favorite golfer, so it was pretty cool,” Homa said Wednesday. “I don't know, those kinds of things I still pinch myself. … She paid for it, I rolled my window down, we chatted for a minute or so, and then I ate it.

“It was kind. I just pinch myself at times with the kindness people have given me just because I play some golf. I feel very fortunate for that.”

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Visa fees for international artists to tour in the US shot up 250% in April. It could be devastating

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NEW YORK (AP) — Performing in the U.S. for international artists just got a lot more complicated.

On April 1, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services instituted a 250% visa fee increase for global musicians hoping to tour in the U.S.

Artists, advocacy groups and immigration lawyers are concerned it could have devastating effects on emerging talent worldwide and local music economies in the U.S.

WHAT ARE THE COSTS?

If you’re a musician from outside of the United States hoping to perform stateside and you filed visa paperwork before April 1, the cost per application was $460.

After that date? $1,615 to $1,655.

Bands and ensemble groups pay per performer. A standard rock band of four members went from paying $1,840 to around $6,460. And if you can’t wait a few months for approval, add $2,805 per application for expedited processing.

If the application is not accepted, that money is not refunded — on top of losses from a canceled tour and missing out on “significant, potentially career-changing opportunities,” says Jen Jacobsen, executive director at The Artist Rights Alliance .

If a musician has support staff, a backing band or other employees to bring on the tour, these individuals need visas, too.

“Even if you’re Capitol Records and you have all the money in the world to throw at it, you still can’t get rid of U.S. bureaucracy,” says immigration attorney Gabriel Castro.

All international musicians require work authorization to perform in the U.S. There are few exemptions: Those are reserved for “showcases” through the Visa Waiver Program — like what is often used at South by Southwest , where international artists perform exclusively at official showcases, without pay and for exposure.

Currently, there are few hurdles for U.S. musicians looking to enter other countries for the specific purpose of earning money through live performances. According to Castro, American performers are able to enter most countries without a visa and under an exception to tourism rules.

WHAT’S THE IMPACT ON ARTISTS?

Gareth Paisey, singer of the independent, seven-piece Welsh band Los Campesinos! , will tour in the U.S. this June. The band made sure to apply for visas before the April 1 cut off, a difference of paying $3,220 or $11,305 in fees. Next time they have to get a visa, he says they’ll likely try to squeeze two tours in one year — the length of their particular visa — to make up the cost.

He says the application process requires providing an itinerary for the full year and supplemental evidence: press clippings to justify their status as “career musicians,” and testimonials from people of note — often from more famous musicians.

“Nobody gets into a band because they’ve got a passion for making cash flow forecasts,” he says. “It’s unfair to expect people who are brilliant at writing songs to also be brilliant at filling out a 20-page visa application.”

After Brexit , he says touring in Europe for U.K. acts has become more complicated, but the U.S. process is by far the most complex — both in terms of paperwork and what it represents for music moving forward.

“This idea that you need to be a career musician to get a visa, and visa fees are going up, increases the idea that music is a competition ,” says Paisey. “And part of that competition is making as much money as you can — like that’s the only valid way to participate in the music industry.”

WHY HAVE THE FEES JUMPED SO MUCH?

Two reasons: They hadn’t in some time, and because immigration officials are scrutinizing the process more closely.

The last increase was in 2016, when fees grew from $325 to $460.

The U.S. government is “putting more and more burden on the application process,” says Castro of BAL Sports and Entertainment Practice, which specializes in visas for musicians, entertainers and athletes.

He says 20 years ago, applications were just two or three pages. Now, they’re 15 or 20 pages.

“And those are just the forms before supporting evidence,” he says. “Now I’m submitting documents that are 200 pages, 300 pages long just to explain why this band should be traveling throughout the United States.”

Officials “might have done better to look at inefficiencies in the system to save money,” he says.

Paisey says he’s heard that the increase will allow the USCIS to “get rid of the backlog ... But is that because you’re going to employ more staff or is it probably because you’re going to get less applications?” he wonders, because it’s going to benefit “people who can afford to go than rather than who wants to go or has the fan base to go.”

WHY HAVE THE APPLICATIONS CHANGED OVER TIME?

Castro says some of it is to account for “abuses in the system — to make sure that individuals that are coming here for certain activities actually have those activities in place,” but the increased scrutiny is a lingering effect from Trump administration’s immigration policies .

“The immigration process overall became more difficult for everyone. Whether you’re coming across the border, whether you’re coming here to perform at Madison Square Garden, whatever it is,” he says. “That has changed the culture of U.S. immigrations agencies .”

WHO DOES THIS HARM?

Independent and emerging talent, as well as ensembles and groups.

“ Dua Lipa , the Rolling Stones , they’re going to pay these fees. It’s not even a rounding error. They could misplace $1,200 in their budgets and they wouldn’t even notice,” says Castro. “It’s the indie rock bands, niche acts, jazz musicians from Japan who will be affected.”

“Every dime counts. They have very small margins,” he adds.

“We’ve already got a problem with not enough musical acts breaking through to the next level,” Paisey says. “And this is going to stop them from getting that chance in the States.”

Touring in the U.S. is a pipe dream for many independent acts, he says, and it is in danger of “not even being a dream.”

Jacobsen points out that there will be ripple effects as well: Musicians, drivers, tour managers and beyond who would be hired to work with international talent will lose work, venues will lose fruitful bookings, festivals that focus on international talent will reduce in size, the costs of tickets could increase and so on.

She says these fee increases could affect U.S. music culture — “the richness of the music ecosystem in terms of diversity of genres.”

If lesser known, global genre artists cannot perform in the U.S., audiences will miss out on a critical cultural exchange. “We need the marketplace to be friendly and accessible to all those different types of musicians,” she says.

WHAT’S NEXT?

“You’re going to see a decrease in international acts coming to the United States,” says Castro. “And maybe it’s decreased frequency more than a decrease in the absolute number. We’ll see less and less emerging artists.

“The harder you make it for them to come to the United States, the less you’re going to see them here.”

Local economies, too, will feel the result: “It’s not just the mid-sized venue in Cleveland that will feel it, but the parking lot down the street, the restaurants and bars people go to before and after.”

And there could be long-term consequences that have yet to be seen. “There is an absolute concern that there would be a reciprocal effect,” says Jacobson.

If the U.S. is making it increasingly difficult and expensive for musicians to come here, “Why wouldn’t other countries do the same to our artists?”

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Watch parties, tours, panel discussions planned during NFL draft in Detroit

Celebrations will unfold across various parks, bars, hotels and the streets of downtown Detroit as fans and football figures come together for the NFL draft Thursday through Saturday.

Some events are free and others require registration, so visitors are encouraged to plan ahead as limited admission will be granted. Here are a few events to consider as you prepare to celebrate the NFL draft in Detroit.

Draft Day in the D

The Downtown Detroit Partnership is hosting a three-day celebration open to fans and visitors of all ages across downtown Detroit. Festivities will take place at Capitol Park, Beacon Park, Paradise Valley Beatrice Buck Park, Grand Circus Park and on a closed-off portion of Woodward Avenue between State and Witherell streets. Highlights will include 10 20-foot video walls showcasing live feeds of the event, more than 60 live music performances, more than 35 local food trucks, Bud Light beer tents, more than 45 local vendors and more.

11 a.m.-11 p .m. Thursday-Friday; and noon-8 p.m. Saturday. Free admission.

Greektown Tailgate

Experience two blocks of live music, sports viewing, games, food, drinks and more in the heart of historic Greektown. The main stage will host 19 bands; the DJ stage will feature 12 local DJs and highlight Detroit's electronic music and dance scene.

Noon-midnight April Thursday-Saturday on Monroe Street between St. Antoine and Brush streets in Detroit.

Corktown Draft Experience

There will be viewing tents, complimentary shuttles, access to Draft festivities along with stores and restaurants offering exclusive deals and discounts.

The Corner Ballpark , also located in Corktown, is the official activation site for kids during the 2024 NFL Draft.

Thursday-Saturday in Corktown, near Michigan Avenue and Trumbell in Detroit. Free.

NFL Draft Eve in the D

ACG Detroit (Associated for Corporate Growth) has released a limited number of tickets for this event featuring an appearance by Detroit Lions President and CEO Rod Wood . Enjoy an open bar, food, DJ and complimentary valet parking.

4:30-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Shinola Hotel, 1435 Farmer St. in Detroit. $250 per person. Visit acg.org for tickets.

Detroit City Distillery events :

This Detroit-based distillery in the Eastern Market district plans a series of events:

• Bar takeover at The Foundation Hotel : Join the Detroit City Distillery at The Foundation Hotel, where bartenders will take over the Satellite Bar in the Elevator Lobby from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday-Friday. Guests can enjoy bespoke cocktails crafted by some of the city’s most talented mixologists, including Petr Balcarovsky .
• Special Tours at The Whiskey Factory : The Detroit City Distillery will offer special tours of its Whiskey Factory Wednesday-Saturday. The factory is housed in the former Stroh’s Ice Cream Factory and home of Goebel Brewing Co. at 1000 Maple in downtown Detroit. $20 tour tickets are available at detroitcitydistillery .
• Draft Livestream : Festivities will extend to the DCD’s Bar Tasting Room at 2462 Riopelle St. in Eastern Market for handcrafted spirits and more.

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First Round VIP Night-Watch Party

This event at the former site of Tiger Stadium in support of the Detroit Police Athletic League will feature food, drinks and music by DJ Lightshow, guest appearances and TVs for draft viewing.

7-11:30 p.m. Thursday at The Corner Ballpark in The Champions Club Ballroom, 1680 Michigan Ave. in Detroit. Tickets are $100 in advance at eventbrite ; slightly higher at the door.

VIP Community Day

This youth-centered event, tailored for ages 12-18, will feature a panel discussion with former and current NFL players; the NFL’s first female African American coach; media figures, financial experts and more. Sponsored by Citizens Bank, the event will be moderated by Dr. Darrius from 97.9 WJLB and will include giveaways and raffles.

Noon-4 p.m. Saturday at The Corner Ballpark-Detroit PAL HQ, 1680 Michigan Ave. in Detroit. Free. Join the waitlist at Eventbrite .

NFL Draft Detroit Rooftop Party

Watch draft picks with drinks and food while enjoying views of the Detroit skyline at this event for ages 21 and up.

Noon-2 a.m. Friday; and noon-11:30 p.m. Saturday at the Exodos Rooftop, 529 Monroe St. in Detroit. General admission tickets are $20 and up. Tickets at Eventbrite .

NFL Draft Watch Parties – Detroit Shipping Co.

Football fanatics and foodies are invited to join Detroit Shipping as they offer drink specials, backyard games, raffles, music, an art gallery on the second floor, free parking and five showcased restaurants: Bangkok 96 , Momo Cha , Halal Street , Motorburger , and Minus 320 .

Thursday-Saturday at the Detroit Shipping Co., 474 Peterboro St. in Detroit.

Sports Business Titans: Winning Strategies for Life & Business

Witness the blend of sports and business at this event, where speakers will discuss how athletes are leading in entrepreneurship by leveraging their influence and status.

9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday on the 16th floor of One Campus Martius, 1 Campus Martius in Detroit. Tickets start at $197 and can be purchased at Eventbrite .

Afro Soul presents PRIV É - NFL Draft Weekend After Party

AfroSoul presents this celebration of sports and culture with Afrobeats, Amapiano, hip-hop and R&B music. NFL and NBA athletes and celebrities including Nicole "Hoopz" Alexander will be making appearances. This event is for ages 21 and older.

10 p.m. Friday at The Norwood, 6531 Woodward Ave. in Detroit. RSVP at Eventbrite . Tickets start at $100.

NFL Draft Party at The Siren Hotel

This public event will showcase a unique tailgate menu, live vinyl sets, happy hour specials, local vintage pop-ups, and additional attractions.

Noon-7 p.m. Thursday at The Siren Hotel, 1509 Broadway St. in Detroit. Free.

NFL Draft Watch Party & Black Business Pop-Up Shop

The Thursday Business Luncheon Group is hosting this event featuring more than 30 local Black-owned vendors, food, $5 mocktails, music by DJ Bruce Bailey , and plenty of screens to watch the NFL Draft.

6-11 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Sacred Heart Church Activities Building, 3451 Rivard St. in Detroit.

313 Draft Party

This event hosted by JARS Cannabis , Chill Medicated , Kiva's Lost Farm and Gold Crown is for ages 21 and older. Fans can watch the draft on large screens and there will be football-themed activities, local food trucks, a DJ, giveaways, and special draft-party promotions from several cannabis brands.

2 p.m. Thursday and 1 p.m. Friday at 70 E. Elizabeth St., across from Comerica Park.

Brendel Hightower is an assistant editor at the Detroit Free Press.   Contact her at  [email protected] .   Support local journalism:  Subscribe to the Detroit Free Press .