France · 2026 itinerary
Beauvais 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Beauvais: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
A modern gallery dedicated to Beauvais' medieval and contemporary tapestry tradition. Free entry to the permanent collection showing full-scale woven pieces.
🕐 Tue-Sun 10:00-12:30, 14:00-18:00; closed Mon
Free entry💡 The guided tour (minimal fee) is worth it – they show you a handloom in action. Otherwise, the free self-guided route is fine. Check for weekday closures.
Hotels near Galerie Nationale de la Tapisserie (National Tapestry Gallery) →The tallest Gothic choir in the world. An unfinished but massive cathedral with stunning 13th-century stained glass and a working astronomical clock.
🕐 Daily 08:30–18:00 (until 19:00 in summer); closed for lunch 12:30–14:00
Free entry💡 Visit on a sunny morning when the rose window lights up the north transept. The climb up to the roof terrace is paid but worth it for the view.
Hotels near Beauvais Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Beauvais) →Le Carling · ££
Purple · ££
Deeper Into Beauvais
A narrow alley off Rue des Vases Communicants filled with large-scale murals by international street artists. Constantly evolving outdoor gallery.
🕐 Accessible 24/7
💡 Best light for photos is late afternoon. The alley is off the main tourist trail – look for the red brick wall at the end of Rue des Jacobins.
Former bishop's palace housing fine art from the 16th to 20th centuries, including works by Daubigny and local painters. Quiet, well-lit galleries.
🕐 Wed–Mon 09:00–12:30 & 14:00–18:00; closed Tue
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. The permanent collection is always free; temporary exhibitions may cost €5–8.
A mile-long walking route through the old quarter past street murals, brick arches and half-timbered houses. No galleries – just real urban art in back alleys.
🕐 Open 24/7; best in daylight
💡 Start from the cathedral and head east. Look for the giant mural of a weaver on Rue des Jacobins – it's faded but authentic. Best light at 17:00.
A 10-hectare park with formal French gardens, a lake, duck pond, and picnic areas. Good for a quiet afternoon stroll.
🕐 Daily 08:00–20:00 (closes at dusk in winter)
💡 Pack your own picnic – there’s no café on site. The best shade is by the lake on the west side.
Les Vins par Faim
Itto Sushi
Final Favourites & Departure
A sprawling public park with a lake, walking paths and a small zoo. Free entry to the zoo area, which holds deer, goats and peacocks. Great for a picnic.
💡 Buy bread from a boulangerie near the cathedral – the zoo animals are used to hand-feeding at 15:00 when keepers do rounds.
A 40-hectare lake with walking and cycling paths, a children’s playground, and free kayak hire (first-come, first-served). Popular with locals for jogging.
💡 Kayak hire is free but queues form by 10am on summer weekends. Bring cash for the snack van near the main car park.
Memphis
Restaurant du Jeu de Paume
Getting Around Beauvais
Buy a ticket from the machine at the stop — exact change or card works. Walk 5 mins from the Saint-Jean stop.
Validates with the same ticket as the Aérobus; you can buy a day pass for €3.50 if you're hopping around Beauvais. The stop is literally across the street from the hotel.
For local only, skip the train—Beauvais is walkable. This option works if you're coming from Paris. Get a reduced-price ticket via the SNCF app at least a day before.
Check the TER app for cancellations; the Foyer is a 15-min walk from the station through the town centre.
This bus runs a loop; get off at the train station and walk straight down Rue de la République for 10 mins to reach the Foyer.
Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals—tourist-trap drivers near the exit charge double. Agree on the fare before getting in; €20–25 is fair for the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Beauvais?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Galerie Nationale de la Tapisserie (National Tapestry Gallery) and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Beauvais?
See our full best time to visit Beauvais guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Welcomotel Beauvais, Inter Hotel City, Hôtel Saint-Vincent. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.