Amiens

Amiens is a city in northern France, divided by the Somme river. It’s known for the Gothic Amiens Cathedral and nearby medieval belfry. Shops and cafes line the Quartier St.-Leu’s narrow streets. Floating market gardens (“hortillonnages”) dot the city’s canals. The Musée de Picardie shows art and antiquities spanning centuries. Nearby, the Maison de Jules Verne is a museum where the science fiction author once lived.
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Art museum
Museums
The Musée De Picardie, established in the 19th century during Napoleon III's reign, is housed in a magnificent building designed specifically for this purpose. It stands out not only for its cultural treasures but also for its architectural beauty and well-designed gardens. Inspired by the Louvre, it is considered one of the top museums outside Paris. The museum's extensive collection includes archaeological finds, medieval art, sculptures, and European paintings.
Pretty nice museum especially the center hall arranged in a lovely way that I spent nearly an hour inside and circulated back for a second visit on different comfortable sofa. The explanation of each display is filled with facts and stories behind, to encourage your immersion experience. I definitely recommend it to any visitor in this city.
Lyon C — Google review
This is one of the finest museums in northern France. Every time I’m in Amiens, I make sure to visit this remarkable place. Everything about it is beautiful—from the elegant entrance to the serene atmosphere on weekdays. It’s quiet, rarely crowded, and features a splendid collection that’s always a pleasure to explore.
Frederic — Google review
Lots to see in this labyrinthine museum. We enjoyed the basement displays the best. We got the combined ticket with the Jules Verne house, the ticket has to be used on the same day.
Pauline M — Google review
Super collection of fine art and sculptures. Very well curated. Fantastic building
Richard M — Google review
This place is absolutely brilliant. There are some breathtaking rooms, like I've never seen before. It's more a Musee de Beaux Artes than 'de Picardie'. Fully wheelchair accessible. No cafe, surprisingly, but a nice lounge area to rest in (must have been a cafe at some point?). Plenty of seats throughout. This is the best provincial art gallery I've been to and I've been to many in France.
Jacqueline B — Google review
A lot of beautiful art and sculptures, however unfortunately nothing is in English, not even the map. Also the staff barely speaks a word English.
Joshua T — Google review
This is an excellent museum over 3 floors displaying a wealth of history. The displays are well laid out and follow a logical pattern, and are well documented. They have some beautiful sculptures and works of art, which, if I had time, I could spend many hours looking at them. I am English and rely on Google Translate, which worked extremely well with the exception of a couple of small areas. I will definitely visit again if I pass through the area.
Luke K — Google review
Has a bit of everything, not just huge paintings. Wooden facades sculptures Egyptology, Earth Sciences. Well worth a visit. Spent 2 hrs here. Use Google lens for translation if you're particularly interested in certain objects. Has a few interactive screens in English and German. Free deck chairs to sit on outside. Clean toilets. Free lockers.
Christina L — Google review
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Sights & Landmarks
Tour Perret, a 27-floor early modernist skyscraper standing at over 340 feet tall, was designed by Auguste Perret in 1942. Despite being criticized for its appearance, the tower manages to blend traditional housing and church elements with New York skyscrapers. Rising majestically at 110 meters above the city center, it is both a residential and business building that stands as a notable landmark in Amiens.
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Sights & Landmarks
The Cathédrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens is a magnificent 13th-century Gothic cathedral, renowned for its lavish decorations and intricate carvings. This UNESCO-listed landmark is Europe's largest Gothic cathedral, boasting a stunning facade adorned with thousands of statues and carvings depicting various scenes from ancient occupations to depictions of sins and virtues. Inside, visitors are greeted by a nave twice the size of the Notre-Dame in Paris.
If you're anywhere near Amiens, don't miss this cathedral — it's absolutely worth the detour. Notre-Dame d’Amiens is even bigger than the one in Paris, and way less crowded. The detail on the facade is insane, and inside it feels massive and peaceful at the same time. In the summer, I’d recommend going late afternoon so you can catch the light show in the evening — it's honestly magical how they bring the front of the cathedral to life with color. Tip: take your time walking around the outside too — there are lots of little carvings and details you might miss!
Emilia S — Google review
It is such a beautiful church. The artworks are magnificent. I love how they have Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from Tuesday to Saturday; before the daily mass.
FLOR L — Google review
Huge cathedral, at least in my experience, as I am not really a cathedral expert.... One can choose which Saint to honour of to pray to or burn a candle for. Extremely detailed tableaux with more or less medieval daily life and church life images. The whole building is so full of symbols and sculptures that it is impossible to grasp. The large organ was under restoration, but also that is huge. Worth a visit, it is for free and nice cool inside on top of all those holiness.
Christy D — Google review
I have a thing for Cathedrals, and this one was exceptional. Bigger than the one in Paris it’s filled with stunning details. Free light show on the facade every evening in the summer. We visited on a Friday afternoon and it was very quiet. We were driving past Amiens and I’m very glad we stopped!
Lizzie ( — Google review
I was stunned at first sight and drawn into the mysticism and ritual. Then suddenly the Sun came out and the nave was bathed in mystic light and I was stunned anew. It was a night-and -day experience and it was still only noon. The experiences you have here are of the things you hold dear for your life.
Bob P — Google review
Built in the 1200s to impress and to house John the Baptist’s head, and it still does both. Bigger than Notre-Dame in Paris, sharper in detail, cleaner in structure. The façade is a textbook in Gothic sculpture, but not chaotic — it’s all deliberately ordered. Inside, it’s vast and surprisingly bare, which only makes the architecture stand out more. Worth a visit but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend going to Amiens specifically to see the cathedral.
Yevgen G — Google review
Visiting Amiens Cathedral was like stepping into a living monument of medieval art, history, and faith. It’s a Gothic cathedral in the north of France. It’s huge, peaceful, and full of beautiful details from the 13th century. Also: It’s wheelchair accessible with ramps and smooth paths.
Laissa H — Google review
This church is the largest Gothic cathedral in Europe. I was skeptical about this having been to Notre Dame in Paris many times. I really wasn't prepared for how tall this building is, it was astonishing really. It's not as beautiful as the one in Paris especially since the renovation there, but very impressive nonetheless. Amiens is a lovely town to visit, don't miss taking a boat tour of the canal. It's beautiful and affordable.
Dawn B — Google review
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Nature & Wildlife Areas
Les Hortillonnages, also known as the Festival Art, Cities and Landscape, is an annual event organized by the Maison de la Culture d'Amiens. It showcases projects by visual artists and landscapers in the environment of floating gardens. Visitors can enjoy a 2.5-hour boat ride through this refreshing and natural setting. The hortillonnages are small islands in the Somme and Avre rivers, featuring fruit and vegetable plots along with flower beds.
What a beautiful place, probably my favourite thing this holiday. There's a guide sheet you can download in English so you can read about it as the tour was in french, but our very funny guide pointed out wildlife in English and explained things in really clear french so we understood quite a bit of the tour. Super well organised, loved supporting the conservation of this magical place.
Helga G — Google review
Great experience! Lovely staff A must to do when you're visiting Amiens!
Sophiaa G — Google review
You absolutely have to buy tickets in advance. The boat ride is really calming and a little escape into another world that is lush , peaceful and verdant. The guides are super knowledgeable of the local flora, fauna, the ecological importance, and history of the area. Our guide's English was very limited but we had Google translate on and it picked up everything he said and it was very interesting.
Aquias S — Google review
Loved our boat trip around Les Hortillonages. Our guide seated us just in front of him so he could translate into English where possible.
Pat H — Google review
Lovely way to spend an hour whilst visiting Amiens. The boat trip through the Hortillonnages was informative, interesting and calming. You can't help but be a little of jealous of the people fortunate enough to live in this lovely place. Highly recommended. Think about booking in advance. Several people were turned away because they were full on the day we visited.
Simon A — Google review
Be sure to take mosquito spray, since you will be bitten! Not able to sit together, we were separated on the boat! Had to sit with strangers! Feel sorry for the surrounding area, trashy, not well kept at all! Literally looking into people’s homes & yards! Signs up saying no photos!! The tour was only in French so we did not understand a word! Would not recommend.
David B — Google review
So if you are going to visit and want to enjoy the boat tour, you had better to hurry. I couldn’t find any website for the ticket purchase, so I had to visit to buy tickets, and unfortunately, I couldn’t buy them because it was sold out already. I had no option but taking a walk instead of taking a boat tour.
공짜장 K — Google review
Fascinating trip, gardens and wildlife, never seen so many fish in the crystal clear water, kingfishers everywhere, beautiful gardens. Guide was super friendly, tour was mostly in french but took the time to explain main points in English. Gliding along in a large punt with a quiet electric engine, bliss!
John S — Google review
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Saint-Leu is the oldest part of Amiens, nestled alongside the Quai Belu and surrounded by the Somme River and canals. The area boasts a charming atmosphere with colorful shops, restaurants, galleries, and bars reminiscent of canal cities like Venice and Amsterdam. Visitors can enjoy coffee at cute cafes with views of the Cathedral or opt for drinks at trendy bars.
This colorful and very lovely neighborhood must be visited if you are in Amiens
Sasha — Google review
It's okay for a stroll and chilled day. We liked the Le Homme a la sur, La femme a la robe verte snd Le homme a la chemise rouge - see photos, added a bit of fun. Pretty area.
Jacinta L — Google review
The combination of the houses with they colours and the canal is great. It's a good place to take nice pictures if you have enough time to wait for the correct sun position ( unfortunately wasn't my case... maybe I will go there again one of this days).
Luis G — Google review
There is perhaps a very small area, one road, that has exquisitely designed houses, but the rest of the area is derelict and looks as if it was bombed during World War II and left to rot. A waste of time and for some bizarre reason it's supposedly a tourist attraction.
Pahris A — Google review
An atmospheric place full od tradiyion.
Emilia E — Google review
A picturesque corner near the center with funny street art and graffiti dedicated to popular resident Macron.
R G — Google review
It’s a very cute place in Amiens, especially during the day. At night, it is a very local drinking place for students and young adults, a little rowdycand occasionally invaded by passionate drunks. But they mean well, i promise
Irina K — Google review
Quiet little old town area. Little terrace houses with different colors and pictures/graffiti. Worth strolling around and enjoy the real live exhibition!
Jenn C — Google review

Top places to eat

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Miam's in Amiens is a popular spot known for its delicious no-frills food and refreshing beverages like cold-pressed juices, milkshakes, and homemade iced tea. The cozy and relaxed dining area offers a perfect setting to enjoy sweet treats from the pastry counter, including the signature cheesecake or classic French crepes. Customers also appreciate the affordable prices and comfortable ambiance with options for vegetarians.
Lovely ambience and excellent coffee and dessert. Welcomed by amazing staff!!
Sarika J — Google review
Needs to be clear that you can't get an actual meal post mid afternoon.
Ruth B — Google review
Very good meal with my family. It was the best restaurant I've ever tryied even in London there isn't a restaurant also good. And the wrap humm. Just continue like this 😁🖖🏻
Martin B — Google review
I recommend this place! Great simple food and very good service. AND VERY GOOD COFFEE! ❤️❤️❤️
What's M — Google review
Delicious food and friendly service. Very clean and tidy.
Andy P — Google review
I super love the foods here.
FLOR L — Google review
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Located near the Cathedral in Amiens, Les Orfevres is a renowned gastronomic restaurant with a strong reputation. The kitchen is led by chef Frederic Barette, who brings 30 years of experience, including stints at Michelin-starred establishments in Paris. The dining room exudes a minimalist and elegant ambiance, allowing the focus to remain on the artfully presented dishes.
Exceptional and valued Michelin guide restaurant. Everything was lovely and food was fantastic. I especially liked the chicken soup.
C C — Google review
Very nice experience overall. The food was very nice and the service was great. They were very nice. They had a good wine list. We had the 4 settings. It was very filling and well prepared. Thank you!
Adam R — Google review
We had the 5 course lunch, with accompanying wines. Every course was a delight. We started with three amuse bouche - a battered haddock bite, a wafer biscuit topped with honey, goats cheese and smoked goats cheese and another bite of light and fluffy cauliflower. We started with a fois gras, topped with crisp onions and in an onion sauce, followed by a ravioli filled with egg and haddock. Then we had a lobster quenelle. The highlight for me was the filet steak - cooked to perfection. A desert of strawberrys and sorbet. Everything was beautifully presented and I only wish I cold paint a better picture with my words - all superb. The paired wines were perfect.
Bob H — Google review
Absolutely fantastic food in the middle of Amiens and probably the best in the region. We were absolutely surprised by the quality of the cooking and the taste. The amuse bouche were surprisingly good and already told us that something better were on their way. The entree, the main and the pudding, every single plate was great...taste and quality and presentation -wise. The accompanying bread was their in-house speciality..honey bread that is made at the next door boulangerie. When asked if I could buy one, they gave me one extra in a little bag to take home, free of charge. It probably doesn't cost much but the generosity of the establishment goes a long way and impressed us a lot. The service was absolutely top notch..the plates and cutleries, as well as attention to the details by the two serving ladies, were first class. They have a great wine list but it is quite steep in price. The indoor is moderately decorated, functional and clean, without any fuss. My only suggestion would be adding some fresh flowers in two/three vases and putting them around the room would make it very inviting and more warm in nature. We want to go back for the Grand menu soon.
Kinsuk 3 — Google review
The restaurant was recommended to us and fully delivered in terms of food. This is really very high quality and less traditional than in many French restaurants. The service was also great. The interior is in desparate need of freshening up. We later heard the menu hasn't changed in 15 years, but we were just passing through and enjoyed the dishes very much.
JanenAn D — Google review
Great food and amazing service! The chef worked in Paris at various Michelin start restaurants and it shows. Great food, good wines, and a team of waiters that is top-notch! Bravo!
Edwin E — Google review
In Amiens, France This lovely restaurant is in the Michelin guide and for good reasons. Is superb and not too expensive 4 course €56, the suprise menu is great all dishes are selected by the 👩‍🍳 with a good selection of wines by the glass. Starting with three amuse boule? then two entrèes, one main and one dessert was enough for me. Ezylearn Languages Academy reporting on my European tour 2021. Places to see, languages 2learn, wines to taste. Follow me @anerys66 😘
Anerys M — Google review
Excellent food, great service. 57 Euro for 4 courses with 3 small things in between. All dishes were good, with highlights being the dessert and the monkfish. Great location too, near the Amiens cathedral. Would come back.
Andre W — Google review
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Wine bar
Le Lobby - Les Marissons is a vibrant restaurant located in the historic premises of a 600-year-old former boat house, boasting raw beams, duck blue walls, and mustard velvet armchairs. It's an ideal spot for both business meals and casual gatherings with family or friends. The chic and elegant setting makes it perfect for hosting professional events as well. Visitors have praised the beautiful and cozy interior, excellent food quality, friendly service staff, and delicious cocktails.
Delicious food in a lovely setting. Loved the decor and the menu. Service was great too.
Pat H — Google review
We visited as they had half price for that day on the Fork! Very good value for money, very nice food, properly cooked beef. Good service and nice place. Good wine catalogue, the only downside was the glass which they serve their wine in...
Natasa B — Google review
Had a lovely experience eating here. The serving staff was very kind and helpful and the food was great! Would happily eat here again!
Max S — Google review
A fabulous choice for dinner……picked due to its location and gorgeous setting. It did not disappoint. Sebastian our waiter was warm and welcoming and therefore the whole dining experience a positive one the food was delicious and service exceptional.
Emma C — Google review
Love everything about this restaurant. Very friendly staff, the food is very delicious especially the cod and the nougat ice for dessert was just perfect! Love the urban jungle design idea.. super cozy stylefull.
Natalia S — Google review
Very nice atmosphere, delicious food and desserts
Lara L — Google review
We had read a few reviews so went with an open mind… we were warmly welcomed as the first couple for the evening, seating in the beautiful pergola area, and from then it got better… the Team lead by Sebastian, couldn’t do enough… the champagne - perfectly chilled , menu - delicious, service - outstanding, ambience - delightful… people who have given poor reviews haven’t read the menu, and haven’t read the room… what I’d change… nothing… Merci Sebastian… 🥂
Paul C — Google review
Fantastic kitchen and great staff. Their dishes with chicken and fish are simply amazing. 10 out 10!
Shukhrat N — Google review
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Nestled in the heart of Amiens, La Source is a charming eatery that has been delighting locals and visitors alike for decades. Despite its unassuming exterior, this cozy spot offers an inviting atmosphere filled with the aroma of home-cooked meals made from fresh ingredients. Known primarily through word-of-mouth among food enthusiasts, La Source showcases undeniable culinary expertise with traditional dishes that cater to both delicate and gourmet palates.
The best place to eat in Amiens. Very cozy, I loved the atmosphere inside.
Epixxon — Google review
Nice restaurant. I really liked the menu Fish and Chips
Hariprasath S — Google review
Super restaurant.
Freitas M — Google review
(Translated by Google) Superb restaurant in the city center. A perfect welcome from the owner who manages all the guests brilliantly. Congratulations to the chef who works in the kitchen. Thank you and happy New Year. (Original) Superbe restaurant au centre ville. Un accueil parfait de la patronne qui gère avec brio l'ensemble des convives. Bravo au chef qui assure en cuisine. Merci et bon réveillon.
Karim G — Google review
(Translated by Google) Small, simple restaurant, but clean, the owner is friendly and the food is very good. Well done (Original) Petit restaurant tout simple ,mais propre,la patronne est sympa et la cuisine très bonne. Bravo
Brigitte M — Google review
(Translated by Google) A down-to-earth cuisine just the way we like it. Everything is excellent: the service, the food, the drinks. The local produce and the nostalgia. A wonderful discovery, even if the storefront is small and a bit hidden. There were two of us and we loved it. I'll be back. (Original) Une cuisine à la bonne franquette comme on l'aime, tout est très bien, le service, la nourriture, les boissons. Le terroir et la nostalgie. Une belle découverte, même si la devanture est petite et un peu cachée, nous étions deux et nous avons adoré, je reviendrai.
Maxime J — Google review
(Translated by Google) A warm welcome awaits you at this small, downtown restaurant. The dishes are expertly prepared—kudos to the chef! (Original) Excellent accueil dans ce petit restaurant de centre-ville. Des petits plats préparés avec brio, bravo au chef!
Elodie H — Google review
(Translated by Google) If you're not really hungry, opt for a trendy restaurant with a decorative food menu. Conversely, you can honor the generosity of this restaurateur couple whose simple and tasty cuisine will delight you. Friendliness and good humor, joviality. But they work hard. The number of mouths to feed daily is impressive. The pace of work provided to satisfy their loyal customers is proof of this. Because, once you've tasted it, you won't go anywhere else... And thank you for their kindness! (Original) Si vous n'avez pas vraiment faim, optez pour un restaurant branché genre nourriture déco. A l'inverse, vous pourrez faire honneur à la générosité de ce couple de restaurateurs dont la cuisine simple et goûteuse vous ravira. Sympathie et bonne humeur, jovialité. Mais ça bosse dur. Le nombre de bouches à nourrir journellement est impressionnant. En témoigne le rythme de travail fourni pour satisfaire leurs fidèles clients. Parce que, quand on y a gouté, on ne va plus ailleurs...Et merci pour leur gentillesse !
Armand M — Google review
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Nestled in the charming city of Amiens, Épices et bon is a delightful Moroccan-inspired eatery that promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Despite its modest exterior, this hidden gem serves up some of the finest dishes around, including their renowned Msemen pizza—an absolute must-try for anyone seeking authentic flavors reminiscent of North Africa. Visitors rave about the freshness and homemade quality of every dish prepared right before your eyes.
(Translated by Google) Want to take your taste buds on a journey? A place discovered by chance and worth a visit: delicious flavors, guaranteed homemade food and a very warm welcome! I recommend, without hesitation. (Original) Envie de faire voyager vos papilles ? Endroit découvert par hasard et qui mérite d’y faire un tour : saveurs au rendez-vous, fait maison garanti et accueil très chaleureux ! Je recommande, sans hésitations.
Charline P — Google review
(Translated by Google) I've been there twice already, it's really good! Everything is fresh and homemade before our eyes. Good value for money and super friendly and pleasant team. It’s really an address to try with your eyes closed. (Original) J’y suis allée deja deux fois, c’est super bon ! Tout est frais et fait maison sous nos yeux. Bon rapport qualité / prix et equipe super sympa et agréable. C’est vraiment une adresse à tester les yeux fermés.
Aïss — Google review
(Translated by Google) Small restaurant with very welcoming staff! I tasted the pizza-style msemen and the super good falafel 👌 I advise you ☺ (Original) Petit restaurant avec un personnel très acceuillant ! J'ai gouté le msemen à la facon pizza et le falafel hyper bon 👌 Je vous le conseil ☺
Léonie C — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very warm welcome, a small restaurant with new specialties that we don't see elsewhere in Amiens, like pizza-style msemen, falafel.... (Original) Très bon accueil , un petit restaurant avec des nouvelles spécialités que nous voyons pas ailleur sur amiens , comme le msemen à la facon pizza, falafel....
Hann D — Google review
(Translated by Google) I find that in terms of the welcome there is nothing to complain about and the same for the quality of the products, the presentation and the cleanliness of the restaurant I am very satisfied (Original) Je trouve que au niveau de l'accueil rien à redire et de même pour la qualité des produits la présentation et la propreté du restaurant je suis très satisfait
Gaulthier V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very welcoming staff, really delicious and original pizza, quality ingredients in good quantities. It's a change from Pizza Basic! (Original) Personnel très accueillant, Pizza vraiment délicieuse et orignial, ingrédients de qualité en bonne quantité. Sa change des Pizza Basic !
Red R — Google review
(Translated by Google) I eat a volcano pizza honestly it's very good and delicious and they are kind and welcoming😊😊 (Original) Je mange un pizza volcano franchment c'est très bon et délicieux et sont gentils et accueillants😊😊
Amine B — Google review
(Translated by Google) Warm welcome, very clean restaurant where you can eat new specialties like msemen or falelefl. I recommend it. (Original) Accueil chaleureux, resto très propre où on peut manger de nouvelles spécialités comme msemen ou falelefl. je le recommande.
Oussama K — Google review
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