Senior Travel in Grenoble

Following are some popular Grenoble senior travel destinations that are worth visiting.

Bastille Hill and the Parc Paul Mistral

Bastille Hill consists of a series of fortifications. You can get an overview of the entire city from the Bastille Hill. It can be reached via a cable car. One round trip will cost you around €6.10. A trip to Grenoble is incomplete without a visit to the Parc Paul Mistral. The presence of extensive lawns along with tree-lined avenues makes it a perfect spot for spending some quiet time. The tower Perret is also situated at the center of the park.

Natural History Museum and the Art Gallery

This museum has some good collections on the subject of mineralogy. You can also find a vast collection of the Alpine Wildlife in the Natural History Museum. If you are interested in marine life, you can also visit the Aquarium section in the museum. It has special facilities for the disabled. The Art Gallery or the Musée de Grenoble is worth visiting for its collection of modern art along with a rich collection of Picassos and Miros. The Art Gallery is open 6 days a week and is closed on Thursdays.

Palace of the Parliament of Dauphine and the Cathedral

The Palace of the Parliament is a 15th century building which belongs to the Isère Council. The Cathedral is another ancient historic monument. A tourist guide will provide you with extensive knowledge of the different ancient literary works in the building.

Grenoble Cultural Festivals

The city is known to host festivals like the Grenoble Jazz Festival which is held in the month of March and the Open Air Short Film festival which is held in early July. Attend the Jazz festival if you are a jazz enthusiast. This festival boasts of a collaboration of jazz music artists from different parts of the world. You can get the opportunity to see a wide collection of short films from across the globe in the Open Air Short Film Festival. If you are planning to visit Grenoble in the summer, then you must attend the Cabaret Frappe music festival in July.