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Strasbourg: A Journey Through Art and History

Thu Dieu Truong

Thu Dieu Truong

10 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating adventure through the enchanting city of Strasbourg, where art and history intertwine. Discover hidden treasures at the Tomi Ungerer Museum and Palais Rohan, and marvel at the grandeur of St. Thomas Church. Immerse yourself in the vibrant contemporary art scene at the Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, and be awestruck by the magnificent Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg. Delve into the world of fine arts at the Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts, and unwind amidst the picturesque beauty of Parc de l'Orangerie and Jardin des Deux Rives. Immerse yourself in the rich Alsatian culture at the Alsatian Museum and delve into the city's fascinating history at the Historical Museum of the City of Strasbourg. Conclude your journey with a visit to Le Vaisseau and indulge your senses at the Musée du Chocolat par Schaal. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Strasbourg

Day 1Artistic Wonders and Architectural Splendors
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Tomi Ungerer Museum-International Illustration Centre
Museum dedicated to French illustrator Tomi Ungerer with both kid-friendly & erotic graphic works.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Palais Rohan
Archeological & fine & decorative arts museums in grand, 18th-century palace with rococo interiors.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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St. Thomas Church
Historic Protestant church with late-Gothic design, tombs & an organ played by Mozart.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Contemporary Marvels and Gothic Grandeur
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$ 6

Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
Contemporary glass-fronted museum with modern art, photography & installations, plus a terrace cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg
Gothic edifice, dating from the 1200s, with a 16th-century astronomical clock & a rose window.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Aesthetic Delights and Natural Serenity
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$ 12

Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts
Notable fine arts gallery on first floor of the elegant, former Bishop's Palace, built in the 1730s.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Parc de l'Orangerie
Flower-filled park dating to the 17th century, with boating lake, water birds & terrace restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Jardin des Deux Rives
Large riverfront garden & cultural center with a pedestrian bridge linking French & German sides.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Immersing in Alsatian Culture and History
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Alsatian Museum
Museum set in 16th- & 17th-century mansions, with displays on Alsatian art, folklore & rural life.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Historical Museum of the City of Strasbourg
Museum tracing city's urban, social & political history with models, paintings & daily-life objects.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Exploring Interactive Science and Chocolate Delights
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Le Vaisseau
Educational & play space including a garden with science & sensory trails, a pond & an orchard.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Musée du Chocolat par Schaal - Musée, Magasin d'usine & Restaurant
Small chocolate museum with historical exhibits & tastings, plus a shop, workshop & restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $24 In total

Activities & Food:Free
Transport:$24