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Champagne Dreams: 2 Days in Reims

Discovering the Champagne region on a budget: Reims is the place to be.

21 June 2023

Reims, a city in the northeast of France, offers a taste of Champagne, fine dining, and historic architecture. A budget-friendly trip to Reims is possible by staying in a budget hotel, dining at local restaurants, and exploring the city's many attractions on foot. With its rich history and beautiful scenery, Reims is a perfect destination for travelers on a limited budget.

Travel plan

• Hotel: Ibis Budget Reims Thillois (affordable, clean, and conveniently located.
• Visit the Cathedral of Notre-Dame a stunning example of Gothic architecture
• Explore the Palace of Tau a former archiepiscopal palace that showcases the history of the city.
• Stroll around Place Drouet d'Erlon Reims' liveliest street filled with shops, bars, and restaurants.
• Sample the local spécialité champagne! Head to rue de Mars for a tasting.
• Have dinner at Au Bureau a cozy pub that offers excellent food and drinks.

• Visit the Saint-Remi Museum a treasure trove of art and history, including a section devoted to the First World War.
• Explore the Mars Gate a stunning Roman monument that still stands to this day.
• Indulge in some retail therapy the boutiques on Place du Forum offer a range of local designs.
• Take a tour of Reims' hidden gem the Crayères (the champagne cellars) where the wine is stored and aged.
• End the day on a high note head to the rooftop bar of Hotel de la Paix for stunning views of the city and a delicious cocktail.
• Reims may not be as well-known as Paris, but it is a city that is rich in history, culture, and charm. With so much to explore, a two-day stay is just enough time to get a taste of this beautiful city and its local specialties.