Top Tourist Attractions in Dijon

Best Things To Do in Dijon, France

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PLACES TO SEE

  • Musee des Beaux : The museum houses art pieces and treasures belonging to the Roman times as well as the Contemporary art. Situated in The Ducal Palace, the museum is a must visit.
  • Well of Moses : An important landmark in Dijon, Well of Moses has stood as a symbol of the “fountain of life” with six life-sized prophets holding books and scrolls. The dominant figure is that of Moses, who is placed directly below the face of Christ.
  • Jardin Darcy Park : Situated near the station, Jardin Darcy is a beautiful park which offers comfort and rest to its visitors. Its also one of those places where you can watch the French people enjoying themselves.
  • Cathedrale Saint Benigne : Constructed in 14th century, this cathedral is the national monument and holds a lot of historical value. It exhibits a confluence of Gothic, Renaissance and Capetian architecture.  

THINGS TO DO

  • Philippe Le Bon : The 46-metre tower needs you to climb 316 stairs after which you get splendid view of the medieval streets, far away fields, vineyards and villages. Not to forget the views of Burgundy’s feature, the jewel coloured tilted rooftops.
  • Boutique Maille Dijon : Everyone would be aware of Dijon as synonymous with mustard it produces and sells. Visit this heritage boutique which offers hundreds of different mustards and a tasting Bar.
  • Cycling through the Vineyards : One of the best ways to explore vineyards that surround Dijon is through bike. Gear yourself and cycle your ways through vineyards, small towns, villages and canal landscape.
  • Dijon’s covered Market : Visit Les Halles, the covered marketplace of Dijon designed by Gustave Eiffel, son of Dijon, who also designed the iconic Eiffel tower in Paris. Its a great place to enjoy the local cuisine such as Jambon per sille, Volaille de Bresse and Escargots. 

Below we have a list of things to do in Dijon and the places where you want to spend the best moments of your trip. At the same time, the city offers you the best neighborhoods to explore and new foods to try.

This list should help you in deciding and prioritizing what you should plan on your Dijon getaway. Find a mix of must-see tourist spots, underrated local hangouts, and maybe even a few new experiences you can try out.

Make the most of your trip to Dijon with confidence.

Tourist Attractions in Dijon

Here is the list of things to do in Dijon and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Musee Des Beaux - Arts De Dijon

    4.5 (520 Votes)
    Musee Des Beaux - Arts De Dijon

    Art Museum, Museum

    Housed in the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy, Musee des Beaux- Arts is one of the oldest museums in France. Founded in 1787, the Age of Enlightenment, the museum incorporates the collections of Francois Devosge. His collections have found a space in the museum ever since 1787. What makes Musee des Beaux-Arts a world famous museum is its range of encyclopaedic collections, which vary from Egypt...Read more

  2. Church Of Notre-Dame Of Dijon

    4.2 (541 Votes)
    Church Of Notre-Dame Of Dijon

    Church, Religious Site

    Considered to be the “Grand Dame” of Dijon churches, Notre-Dame cathedral was built between 1230 and 1250, displaying the Burgundian Gothic style. Inside the Chapel, you can see: Black Virgin: this 11th century wood sculpture is considered to be the oldest piece of its own kind in France. Altar cloth which displays a fine tapestry. Modern tapestry which depicts the unsuccessful sie...Read more

  3. Saint Benigne, Dijon Cathedral

    4.5 (411 Votes)
    Saint Benigne, Dijon Cathedral

    Religious Site, Architecture , Cathedral

    Dedicated to Saint Benigne of Dijon, this cathedral is the national monument of France. Historically significant, the cathedral served as the seat of the Bishopric of Dijon during the French Revolution. The structure is built in Gothic style with rib vaults and pointed arches. This twin-towered building houses a Romanesque doorway and pre-Romanesque capitals from the abbey upon which the Church...Read more

  4. Musees De Bourguignonne

    4.3 (297 Votes)
    Musees De Bourguignonne

    Museum, Specialty Museum

    Situated in the cloister of the former Bernardine convent, this museum displays a collection of rural and urban ethnography such as country costumes and furniture. The museum occupies three floors that feature: Ground Floor: It displays rural and Burgundian ethnographic heritage at the end of nineteenth century. First Floor: featuring everyday life in Dijon from the end of 18th century to the ...Read more

  5. Palace Of The Dukes Of Burgundy

    Palace Of The Dukes Of Burgundy

    Museum

    The Ducal Palace was built between 1450 and 1455 which included apartments, reception rooms and out house rooms housing ducal kitchens. Situated in the centre of city, the Palace today serves as the city halls with the mayor’s office and other administrative offices. Preserved and rebuilt in 17th and 18th centuries, this palace displays French Baroque architecture. You must see this histo...Read more

  6. Rue Des Forges, Dijon

    Rue Des Forges, Dijon

    Outdoors, Walking Area, Street Market

    Rue des Forges is one of the most well known streets in Dijon famous for its 15th century mansions and houses. Walking down the street, the travellers would come across: Dijon Tourist Office: From where you can collect information and literature of the city. Hotel Morel : Sauvegrain Hotel Auriot Milsand house Hotel Chambellan: Known for its decorated staircase Notre Dame Cathedral The street ...Read more

  7. Maison Milliere

    4.4 (425 Votes)
    Maison Milliere

    Restaurant, Architecture

    Located in the centre of old Dijon, the House Milliere is a historical monument displaying Gothic architectural design of the 15th century. Built by the merchant draper Milliere Guillaume and his wife Guillemette Milliere, the building today houses a shop of handicrafts, a tea room and restaurant which offers delectable Burgundy cuisine. Situated very close to town’s greatest attractions ...Read more

  8. Colombiere Park

    4.5 (256 Votes)
    Colombiere Park

    Outdoors, Park, Walking Area, Leisure

    Visiting Colombiere Park is a pleasant way to relax in Dijon. Beautified by the flowerbeds and green lawns, the park is laid out in a perfect symmetry. It was created by Louis II de Bourbon in 16th century and was further developed by his grandson Henri-Jules who designed it by planting trees. The features of this park are: Remains of the Via Agrippa: it is a Roman road running through the mid...Read more

  9. La Boutique Maille

    4.2 (330 Votes)
    La Boutique Maille

    Food And Drinks, Specialty Shop

    Known for selling the famous Dijon Mustard, Maille Boutique represents the culture of Dijon as it is heavily defined by its mustard. Maille, the brand has three boutiques in Europe - Paris, Dijon sand London – all of which sell mustard in the traditional Maille fashion. With 36 kinds of mustards, this boutique is emblematic of Dijon tradition. Present at Rue de la Liberty ever since 1845,...Read more

  10. Jardin Botanique De L'Arquebuse

    Jardin Botanique De L'Arquebuse

    Botanical Garden

    Stretching over 5.5 hectares, the Arquebuse serves as a botanical garden, arboretum and park.  Founded by the scientist Benigne Legouz de Gerland, the botanical garden houses and cultivates around 3500 indigenous species of plants. A great place to relax, the garden reflects natural charm with flower borders and lawns along with alleys shaded by a variety of tree species. The botanical gar...Read more

  11. Musee Magnin

    4.4 (201 Votes)
    Musee Magnin

    Museum

    This national museum displays a wide range of collection of around 2000 works of arts that were collected by Maurice Magnin and his wife Jeanne. The museum was bequeathed to the state in 1937 and has ever since then attracted the visitors who come to France to admire its antiquity. Housed in a 17th century hotel particulier (a grand townhouse), the museum is situated in the old-town quarter of ...Read more

  12. Les Halles Market

    4.2 (185 Votes)
    Les Halles Market

    Outdoors, Food And Drinks, Market, Street Market

    Les Halles Market is one of France’s largest and popular markets owing to the variety of products that it sells. The market was designed in 19th century by Gustava Eiffel, the one who designed Eiffel Tower in Paris as well. Today, the market has almost everything to sell to its visitors ranging from meats, candies, cheese to fruits, vegetables and pastries. Offering you an insider’s...Read more

  13. Eglise Saint - Michel

    4.5 (269 Votes)
    Eglise Saint - Michel

    Church, Religious Site, Architecture

    The history of the church of St. Michael in Dijon dates back to the 16th century. Its architecture is a beautiful confluence of the Gothic and the Renaissance styles. The presence of the two forms is evident with the apse, the choir, the nave and transept which display Gothic style and the facade and domed towers which display Renaissance form of art. Your eyes shall be captured by the beauty o...Read more

  14. Kir Lake

    4.2 (165 Votes)
    Kir Lake

    Outdoors, Lake

    An ideal place for leisure activities, Kir Lake is one of the most beautiful artificial lakes in France. Named after Canon Felix Kir, mayor of Dijon from 1945 to 1968, the lake offers opportunities for the visitors to walk around, fish and swim. Visiting the lake is a perfect way to take a break from the town centre. 

  15. Champmol

    Champmol

    Church, Outdoors, Architecture , Monastery

    Located at the western edge of Dijon, Chartreuse de Champmol once served as the burial place of the Dukes of the House of Valois. Today it houses a psychiatric clinic. The site displays a church door with magnificent sculptures and the famous “Well of Moses”. They serve as significant examples of medieval art. Moreover, they are the only two surviving artworks of Claus Sluter. Situa...Read more