Grande Place
Currently Open- Address: Place Charles de Gaulle 59800, Lille, France Map
- Timings: 24-hrs Details
- Time Required: 03:30 Hrs
- Tags: Bar, Walking Area, Historical Site, Statue, Cafe, Restaurant, Market, Square, Family And Kids, Book Shop

What’s a European city without a historic square at its heart? In the 11th century this was a wheat market; and today it’s the gathering place for the city’s people and the city’s spirit. With attractions like the old stock exchange, Europe’s largest book store; a great range of restaurants, bars and cafeterias, all arranged prettily along charming little terraces; The Goddess, a statue commemorating the Austrian cannon ball siege; the la Metaphor theatre; the Voice of the North newspaper building; the ornate Opera Building; and the elegant Rang deBeauregard, the square is simply bursting with curiosities.. Almost all events of note that happen in the city happen here: gay pride marches, festivals and Christmas markets. There is literally no better place in the city to people watch. At Christmastime, the place has an added treat in store: a huge Ferris wheel will up raised and the views of the town in the holiday season are simply unbeatable.
How to Reach Grande Place
- Rihour Subway Staion (Line 1)
- Gare Lille Flandres (Subway 1 &2, Trams R & T)
- Au Chat Bleu
- Omnia
- La Creperie
- Le Dracir
- Le 30 Club
Love this? Explore the entire list of places to visit in Lille before you plan your trip.
Fancy a good night's sleep after a tiring day? Check out where to stay in Lille and book an accommodation of your choice.
- Grande Place Address: Place Charles de Gaulle 59800, Lille, France
- Grande Place Timing: 24-hrs
- Time required to visit Grande Place: 03:30 Hrs
- Try the best online travel planner to plan your travel itinerary!
-
9.5/10
-
95% of people who visit Lille include Grande Place in their plan
-
861 Times
-
08 AM - 09 AM
-
30.54% of people start their Grande Place visit around 08 AM - 09 AM
-
3 Hrs 30 Minutes
-
People usually take around 3 Hrs 30 Minutes to see Grande Place
52.9% of people prefer walking in order to reach Grande Place
People normally club together Saint Maurices Church and Rue De Bethune while planning their visit to Grande Place.