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3 Days in Strasbourg — Complete Itinerary

Daily Budget€45 EUR–150 EUR
Best SeasonApril–October (avoid January snow and February crowds)
DestinationStrasbourg
Duration3 Days
Day 1
Morning

Petite France Stroll

Wander through the 18th-century half-timbered houses lining the Ill River canals at dawn, avoiding midday crowds. Capture the iconic bridge over the Petite France canal (Rue des Maisons Tournées) before the tourist buses arrive.

Budget tip: Arrive by 8:30 AM; free to walk through the neighborhood before café prices spike.
Afternoon

Musée d'Art Moderne

Explore the modern art collection housed in the former 19th-century hospital at 52 Rue de la Robertsau, featuring works by Kandinsky and Picasso. Skip the €12 ticket by visiting the free public courtyard at 11 AM when the museum opens.

Budget tip: Free courtyard access at 11 AM; pay only for the museum if you want the full collection.
Evening

La Maison des Têtes Dinner

Dine at this 16th-century half-timbered restaurant on Rue des Têtes (near Place Kléber), known for Alsatian dishes like choucroute garnie. Order the €18 3-course "Chef's Tasting Menu" for the best value.

Budget tip: Lunch specials (€15) at 1 PM are cheaper than dinner; avoid the touristy "Alsatian Wine Bar" next door.
Day 2
Morning

Cathédrale Notre-Dame

Climb the 420 steps to the top of the 15th-century cathedral tower (Rue de la Cathédrale) for panoramic views of the old town and Rhine River. Visit the adjacent Cloître des Dames for free medieval garden access.

Budget tip: Free garden access via the cloister; skip the €10 tower ticket by visiting the garden instead.
Afternoon

La Petite Venise Canals

Kayak along the canal network in the "Little Venice" section (starting at Pont de l'Orangerie) for a unique perspective of 18th-century architecture. Rentals cost €15/hour; book online via Strasbourg Canoë.

Budget tip: Book online 2 days ahead for 20% off; rent at 2 PM for fewer tourists.
Evening

La Maison des Moulins

Sip wine at this historic 18th-century mill (Rue des Moulins) with live Alsatian music. Try the house-made kugelhopf (€5) with a glass of Riesling (€6).

Budget tip: Happy hour 5-6 PM offers 30% off wine; avoid dinner prices (€12+).
Day 3
Morning

La Petite France Market

Browse the weekly organic market (Place de la Cathédrale, 8 AM–1 PM) for local cheeses and charcuterie. Buy a €3 baguette with cheese from Au Petit Fromager.

Budget tip: Buy bread and cheese at the market instead of bakeries; avoid €10 "tourist" crepe stands.
Afternoon

Parc de l'Orangerie

Relax in this 19th-century park (near the cathedral) with free access to the historic greenhouses and rose gardens. Visit the 1860s greenhouse for rare orchids (free entry at 10 AM).

Budget tip: Free greenhouse entry at 10 AM; pay only for the park's €2.50 tram ride from Place Kléber.
Evening

Rue des Marchés Dinner

Eat at Le Bistrot du Marché (Rue des Marchés 12), a 17th-century wine bar with daily fish specials. Order the €14 fisherman's stew (poisson de la journée) for the best value.

Budget tip: Lunch menu (€12) is 40% cheaper than dinner; skip the €20 "wine tasting" package.

Local Insider Tip

75% of tourists miss that the Strasbourg tram system is free for pedestrians within 1km of Place Kléber (use it to skip taxi costs).

About These Attractions

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