Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
Apr–Jun
Typical Duration
12-22 nights
Price Range
From $1,647 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Brittany's medieval walled city and a prime departure point for Atlantic and European coastal cruises.
Cruises that visit Saint-Malo
- cruises to Saint-Malo
- Saint-Malo sailings
- Saint-Malo cruises
- 8-night Seabourn cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Seabourn cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 13-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 15-night Silversea cruise
- 15-night Silversea cruise
- 16-night Silversea cruise
- 18-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 20-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Saint-Malo
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Les Remparts de Saint-Malo
It’s an immersive journey through time.
Centre Commercial La Madeleine-Carrefour Saint-Malo
The supermarket is excellent, well stocked and a great range of products.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
The Sculptured Rocks
Unique attraction with an amazing backstory.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Brasserie du Lion D'Or
Great quality food, excellent service, relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Carrefour
Big selection of goods at reasonable prices
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Bergamote
The service, presentation and quality of the ingredients is beyond 5 stars!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Saint-Vincent Cathedral of Saint-Malo
Beautiful glass windows and model furniture, painting
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
L'Amiral Saint-Malo
Good food and a very well priced wine list.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
La Java Café
Very beautiful decoration beer eur and punch Rome 8 EUR
Closed · Opens 8:02 AM
Saint-Malo Intra-Muros
In short, there is plenty to see and do in the Ville Intra-Muros!
National Fort
A great 1-hour picture-taking destination.
Temporarily closed
Micro Zoo Saint-Malo
Highly recommend on a rainy day or a hot afternoon.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Grand Bé
Great views on the city.
Big Gate
A must visit for a drink is La Galeion, full of antiques.
FIDELIS
They serve such exquisite food that is perfectly seasoned and flavorful.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Demeure de Corsaire
Amazing mansion that brings you back to the 17th century.
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Le Berbère Saint-Malo
Warm atmosphere, great food, and good location for a perfect dinner.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Cargo Culte
Inventive menu with high quality ingredients and top-notch cooking.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Centre Commercial LE CEZEMBRE
Great shops but mostly women’s.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Saint Patrick
Service was great drinks weren’t pricey and I loved the atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
La Belle Epoque
Excellent service, wonderful cocktails and a fabulous playlist.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Millesime
Quick service and absolutely delicious dinner and dessert!!
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Bouche en Folie
Interesting menu, delicious food and excellent service.
La Fabrique - Bar de Nuit - Saint Malo
Above all, delicious and strong cocktails and the value is great.
Closes soon · 3:30 AM
Malouinière de la Ville Bague
The qyus who owe the chateau, take care of every small detail.
Closed · Opens 3 PM Fri
Centre commercial La Découverte
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Marché de Rocabey
The clothes stalls outside also have an affordable range of clothes.
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Monsieur Madame
Excellent meal - great flavor amd presentation.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Holland Bastion
Great view, nice walk following the wall.
La Maison du Beurre Bordier
Superb quality of produce especially the butter.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
L'Alchimiste
Best atmosphere best music lovely staff and client ele !
Closes soon · 3:30 AM
Épices Roellinger - Saint-Malo
Very stylish.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
La Mer à Boire Saint-Malo
Great atmosphere, great drinks and great finger food.
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
Le Point Zéro, Bar Éphémère
THE place in Saint Malo to sit with a beer and watch the sunset.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
L’Armateur
Cozy, relaxed atmosphere and terrific food.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Bar L'Aviso
Fantastic local bar, friendly staff, and good beer.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Le Bercail
Service is great and people are friendly.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Môle des Noires
Also good spot for exercising the legs.
La Cité d'Alet
Very nice place with a scenic view of the Rance river and the Tower.
Côté Remparts - Saint-Malo
It was cheaper than others and had many good selections.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Saint Malo
... a result, many pirates became wealthy from their piratical activities.
Le Comptoir du vice
Excellent cocktails and tapas in a cozy setting.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Rempart st malo
Worth the trip.
Plage de l’Éventail
Got the time and space shift
La tour du bonheur
The view is simply amazing!
PIMKIE
Very friendly and helpful staff made my visit a pleasure 😊
Closed · Opens 10 AM
La Cité Corsaire
Beautiful hike
The island soaps
Definitely one of my favourite shopping experiences ever!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Château de Saint-Malo
Fascinating town inside the walls.
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Saint-Malo
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Saint-Malo
Saint-Malo has emerged as a vibrant cruise destination on France's northern coast, welcoming passengers from seven distinguished cruise lines including Oceania Cruises, Seabourn, Silversea, and PONANT Explorations. While primarily a port of call, this historic walled city offers an excellent launching point for European voyages, with 47 upcoming cruises typically ranging from 12-night itineraries that explore the Atlantic coast and beyond. Peak season runs from March through August, with April, May, and June drawing the most cruise traffic.
Arriving in Saint-Malo, you'll step into a medieval treasure surrounded by impressive ramparts and cobblestone streets that invite exploration. The port's strategic location makes it an ideal hub for cruises heading to Bordeaux, Lisbon, Porto, Southampton, and Bilbao, allowing you to experience both the charm of this Breton gem and the broader riches of Western Europe in a single voyage.
Arriving in Saint-Malo, you'll step into a medieval treasure surrounded by impressive ramparts and cobblestone streets that invite exploration. The port's strategic location makes it an ideal hub for cruises heading to Bordeaux, Lisbon, Porto, Southampton, and Bilbao, allowing you to experience both the charm of this Breton gem and the broader riches of Western Europe in a single voyage.
Cruise Lines at Saint-Malo
- Seabourn (15 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (10 cruises)
- Silversea (10 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (4 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (2 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (2 cruises)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint-Malo known for?
Saint-Malo is famous for its corsair history, walled old town (Intra-Muros), ramparts, and fishing port culture.
Where is Saint-Malo located?
Saint-Malo lies on the Brittany coast of France, around 48.65 N, 2.02 W.
When is best to visit?
Summer can be crowded; visit in the off-season for quieter streets.
Who are notable figures connected to Saint-Malo?
Jacques Cartier, explorer; corsairs such as Robert Surcouf and Duguay-Trouin.