Do you already think you know everything about Senlis?
You will be surprised by all that these guided tours will reveal to you!
Sundays 30 June (SOLD OUT) and 13 October (FULL), Saturday 7 September at 3pm : The hidden treasures of Senlis
Usually closed places open especially for you!
Our speaker takes you on a discovery of a heritage that is not always visible, but very present.
On the program: Gardens and private buildings, buildings closed to the public, non-visitable parts of the cathedral...
Reservation required (limited number of places).
Saturday 21 September at 3.30pm and Sunday 22 September at 11am and 3pm: European Heritage Days
Guided tour of Senlis
This tour will take you to the city's main sites:
- The park and the remains of the royal castlewhere Hugues Capet was elected.
- The Notre-Dame CathedralA book on four centuries of Gothic art.
- The Gallo-Roman wallthe narrow streets, the town houses...and certain private premises that are exceptionally open for the European Heritage Days.
Single ticket price: €4 per person.
Booking is strongly recommended.
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October at 11am : The Senlis of writers
As part of the 2nd edition of the Senlis Book FairThis literary tour follows in the footsteps of some of the great writers inspired by Senlis, including Gérard de Nerval, Alexandre Dumas, Henri Leblanc or Daniel Boulanger.
From Place Gérard de Nerval to Rue de Meaux, in the places they frequented, you will discover thethe history of their presence here.
You can enjoy extracts from the most beautiful texts of these authors: poetry, fables, dialogues...
A intense emotional experience that will make you want to immerse yourself in the masterpieces of French literature.
Free admission.
Booking is strongly recommended.
Sunday 3 November at 3pm: In the footsteps of Séraphine
Follow in the footsteps of Séraphine with a visit to her paintings at the Musée d'Art et d'Archéologie and a stroll through the town.
Walk past the artist's house and immerse yourself in the scenes from Martin Provost's 7 César-winning film "Séraphine", by visiting the filming locations.
Booking is recommended.
Useful information
- Booking is recommended (limited number of places) at 03.44.67.37.37
- Tickets and departures at 3:00 p.m. of our Senlis office, place Notre-Dame (except for the visit to Raray Castle)
- Prices per visit: 9 euros per person and 7 euros per person for under 16s and over 60s.
Our advice
Book your ticket online to be sure to have a seat!
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Here are some themes that will make your mouth water. :
- “The hidden treasures of Senlis”: Are you curious to know what is hidden behind the high gates of private properties? Our guide invites you to discover it! Beautiful surprises await you: gardens, cellars and places to which only our guide has the key!
- “Senlis, fortified town”: Cross the centuries with our lecturer to witness the evolution of the city's fortifications, from the Gallo-Roman wall to the wall of Philippe-Auguste, and understand the need to protect oneself from Antiquity to the Middle Ages.
- "In the footsteps of Seraphine" : Let yourself be carried away by the madness of this endearing and original character, through his life and his works. Browse the filming locations of the film “aux 7 Césars” in the city and admire its resplendent colorful paintings.
- “Walk along the Nonette”: Go in search of this famous "seaside architecture" and discover the use of the river, which has shaped the urban landscape of Senlis for centuries.
- “How Senlis became Senlis”: City of more than 2000 years of history, from the park of the Royal Castle to the Quartier de Bon Secours, discover the history of the architecture of Senlis from the Roman period to the contemporary period. Visit for good walkers!
