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Saint Malo Buccaneers and Bastions Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Saint-Malo
About
Step into the world of pirates, privateers, and powerful sea walls on this immersive self guided audio walking tour through the walled city of Saint-Malo.
This experience goes beyond sightseeing—it brings to life the bold stories of corsairs, explorers, and rebels who shaped one of France’s most fascinating coastal cities. Walk along towering ramparts, hidden passageways, and historic gates where ships once returned loaded with treasure from distant lands.
What makes this tour truly special is its storytelling approach. Each stop reveals the drama behind the stones—from daring naval battles and legendary figures like Robert Surcouf to the city’s brief independence as its own republic.
Pe...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
See the sites and hidden gems and hear their stories
Listen again later anytime
Self Guided Tour of Saint Malo on our walking tour app
Go at your own pace, the tour never expires
The tour plays automatically as you walk, hands free
No Human guide, this is all on our walking tour app
No Admission to buildings, this is all outside on our walking tour app
Meeting Points
Departure
Porte Saint-Vincent
The tour starts here and you'll hear the intro to the city then enter the gates guided by our walking tour app. Be sure to get the walking tour app before arriving and download the tour.
Return
Grand Porte
The tour ends a the Grand Porte, just near where you began.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Begin your journey at the grand gateway to Saint-Malo’s walled city. Porte Saint-Vincent has welcomed sailors, merchants, and adventurers for centuries. It also marks the spirit of independence that defined the city—when Saint-Malo briefly declared itself its own republic in the late 1500s.
5 minutes
2
Place Chateaubriand & Rue Chateaubriand
This lively square honors François-René de Chateaubriand, one of France’s greatest writers and a founder of Romanticism. Nearby, his birthplace reminds visitors of Saint-Malo’s deep literary and cultural roots.
5 minutes
3
Bastion de la Reine
Climb onto the ramparts for sweeping views of the sea and city. The Bastion de la Reine, built in the 18th century, showcases the city’s military ingenuity, with angled walls designed to defend against naval attacks and pirates.
5 minutes
4
Rue du Chat Qui Danse
This narrow, storybook street is tied to a local legend of a nimble, rooftop-leaping cat. Just beyond the walls lies Plage du Sillon, a sweeping beach famous for dramatic tides and crashing waves.
5 minutes
5
Tour Bidouane
A powerful 15th-century tower once used for artillery defense. From here, enjoy views of Grand Bé island, where writer Chateaubriand is buried—accessible only at low tide.
5 minutes
6
Maison du Quebec
This cultural center celebrates the historic connection between Saint-Malo and Canada. It offers exhibits, interactive displays, and travel inspiration, highlighting the legacy of explorers who sailed from here.
5 minutes
7
Place des Frères Lamennais
A peaceful square honoring two influential brothers—one an educator, the other a philosopher—whose ideas on freedom and society shaped French thought in the 19th century.
5 minutes
8
Saint-Vincent Cathedral of Saint-Malo
The spiritual heart of Saint-Malo, this cathedral has stood for nearly 900 years. Inside lies the tomb of explorer Jacques Cartier, who set sail from this city to discover Canada.
5 minutes
9
St. Philip Bastion
Built in the early 18th century, this bastion protected the wealthy merchant district. From here, you can spot the harbor and the long granite breakwater known as Môle des Noires.
5 minutes
10
Statue Robert Surcouf
This gate connects Saint-Malo to inland trade routes. Nearby stands the former home of Robert Surcouf, the legendary corsair who captured dozens of ships and became a symbol of the city’s daring spirit.
5 minutes
11
Rue Mahé de la Bourdonnais
This bastion offers panoramic views of the harbor and honors a notable naval commander. His legacy reflects both Saint-Malo’s global reach and the complex history tied to its maritime power.
5 minutes
12
La Grand' Porte
End your journey at Saint-Malo’s most iconic gate. For centuries, it has welcomed returning ships and marked the entrance to a city shaped by trade, exploration, and the legendary age of corsairs.
Saint Malo Buccaneers and Bastions Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Saint-Malo
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About
Step into the world of pirates, privateers, and powerful sea walls on this immersive self guided audio walking tour through the walled city of Saint-Malo.
This experience goes beyond sightseeing—it brings to life the bold stories of corsairs, explorers, and rebels who shaped one of France’s most fascinating coastal cities. Walk along towering ramparts, hidden passageways, and historic gates where ships once returned loaded with treasure from distant lands.
What makes this tour truly special is its storytelling approach. Each stop reveals the drama behind the stones—from daring naval battles and legendary figures like Robert Surcouf to the city’s brief independence as its own republic.
Pe...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
See the sites and hidden gems and hear their stories
Listen again later anytime
Self Guided Tour of Saint Malo on our walking tour app
Go at your own pace, the tour never expires
The tour plays automatically as you walk, hands free
No Human guide, this is all on our walking tour app
No Admission to buildings, this is all outside on our walking tour app
Meeting Points
Departure
Porte Saint-Vincent
The tour starts here and you'll hear the intro to the city then enter the gates guided by our walking tour app. Be sure to get the walking tour app before arriving and download the tour.
Return
Grand Porte
The tour ends a the Grand Porte, just near where you began.