Things to do in Boulogne-sur-Mer: the must-see sights

Guide · Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France · 7 places to discover

France's leading fishing port, Boulogne-sur-Mer is home to the largest aquarium in Europe and a remarkably preserved fortified upper town.

Looking for things to do in Boulogne-sur-Mer, places to visit near Boulogne-sur-Mer or an idea for a day out this weekend? Here is a selection of the finest sights to see, all explorable directly on the interactive map.

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The 7 must-see places in Boulogne-sur-Mer

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Nausicaá Must-see

The largest marine environment discovery centre in Europe, with tanks and species from around the world.

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The Upper Town of Boulogne-sur-Mer

A 13th-century fortified town, ringed by intact ramparts, with the Notre-Dame Basilica and its dome.

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The Castle-Museum of Boulogne-sur-Mer

A 13th-century comital castle home to Egyptian, Greek and non-European art collections.

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The Fishing Port of Boulogne-sur-Mer

France's leading fishing port, where you can watch the fish auction and the trawlers return at dawn.

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Notre-Dame Basilica of Boulogne

A vast 19th-century basilica topped by a dome overlooking the upper town, with its monumental crypt.

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The Belfry of Boulogne-sur-Mer

A UNESCO-listed medieval belfry, a former watchtower attached to the town hall.

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The Column of the Grande Armée

A tall column topped by a statue of Napoleon, erected to commemorate the Boulogne camp.

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