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 Seabourn cruise
- 8-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 8-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 9-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-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
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 13-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 15-night Silversea cruise
- 15-night Silversea cruise
- 16-night Silversea cruise
- 20-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
Saint-Malo is an incredible place and a must-visit in France!
Le Corps de Garde
Great galettes, beautiful food, quick and friendly service
Centre Commercial La Madeleine-Carrefour Saint-Malo
The supermarket is excellent, well stocked and a great range of products.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Wed
La Licorne
Very good location, superbe service, great food, but a bit expensive.
Brasserie du Lion D'Or
Lovely wine menu and range of French cuisine with an excellent wine menu.
Carrefour
Plenty of parking nice shops and a huge supermarket.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Bergamote
Our meal here was one of the most memorable experiences we had in France.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
L'Amiral Saint-Malo
Nice view and fresh seafood Great food paired with a lovely backdrop.
Saint-Vincent Cathedral of Saint-Malo
Guided tours are available for free, and admission is also free.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Wed
La Touline
Delicious galettes, friendly service and very reasonable prices.
Closes soon · 9 PM
La Java Café
Unique atmosphere and tasty drinks
Closes soon · 8:34 PM
Saint-Malo Intra-Muros
It's full of shops, coffee places, bakeries, restaurants and hotels.
National Fort
A fort laying on the cliffside on the beach of Saint Malo
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Le Bénétin
Great food stylishly presented and a fabulous view.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Café de l’Ouest
Beautiful breakfast with impeccable service in a wonderful setting!
Le Café de Saint Malo
Delicious food from start to finish - will return next time I am in St Malo
Micro Zoo Saint-Malo
Definably worth a visit for the price and to escape the weather!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
FIDELIS
Fantastic friendly service, great food and a sensibly priced wine list.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Armelle Crêperie - Saint-Malo
Excellent service and delicious, freshly prepared food.
Cavoua Coffee Spot
Excellent for breakfast and brunch +Best coffee in St.Malo!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Grand Bé
You can walk out at low tide and get some great views.
Big Gate
Ramparts, beaches, lots of little allies and streets to explore.
Comptoir Breizh Café Saint-Malo | La Crêpe Autrement
Super good crepes, very nice service and ambience!
Demeure de Corsaire
A very enjoyable visit (in French) that I would highly recommend.
Closed · Opens 3 PM Wed
Plage de Bon-Secours
Very clean and beautiful, clear water for swimming.
Le Berbère Saint-Malo
The portions were generous, and the service was friendly and attentive.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
Cargo Culte
Inventive menu with high quality ingredients and top-notch cooking.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
Centre Commercial LE CEZEMBRE
Great shops but mostly women’s.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Saint Patrick
Cosy bar with great service and social atmosphere.
24 Rue Sainte-Barbe
La Belle Epoque
Lovely bar with great service and an excellent selection of beers.
Grande Plage du Sillon
One of the greatest beach spot in the region.
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Plage du Val
Only downside are the poor public toilets.
Millesime
Excellent entrecote steak and delicious choucroute de mer.
Bouche en Folie
Booked via Facebook... excellent service and proper French chefing ...
Les Embruns
We had a delicious 3-course meal for just 32 euros (see pics)
Plage de la Hoguette
Plenty of room at low tide - ideal for swimming & other water sports.
La Fabrique - Bar de Nuit - Saint Malo
Above all, delicious and strong cocktails and the value is great.
O P'tit Encas
We had moules and frites, portions were huge and mussels were so delicious.
Plage du Pont
Monsieur Madame
The bread, pork belly and service were all amazing.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Restaurant Les 7 Mers
Chef presents very well and most all dishes had great flavor.
Marin Malouin : Promenades en Mer à Saint-Malo I Découverte & Histoire
Highly recommend for anyone visiting Saint Malo!
Closes soon · 9 PM
Bougeotte
Great coffee, fresh original food and friendly service.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sun
Rochebonne Beach
And the tides are beautiful
Centre commercial La Découverte
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Marché de Rocabey
The clothes stalls outside also have an affordable range of clothes.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Holland Bastion
Nice area to walk around and a walkway below the level of the cannons also.
Plage du Minihic
Plage des Bas Sablons
Great spot for a swim.
La fourchette à droite
Absolutely delicious 3 course dinner and very well priced.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Plage de la Varde
Fantastic secluded little coves with beautiful views.
La Gourmand'ille
Superb, great food, wine, service and background music!
Le Cambusier
The food, atmosphere and service was spectacular!
Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Cosy Braise
Super food, lamb chops cooked on an open fire, great wine and ambience!
CouleurCafé Saint-Malo
Very nice restaurant/Cafe, many vegetarian/vegan options.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
L'Alchimiste
Best atmosphere best music lovely staff and client ele !
Épices Roellinger - Saint-Malo
Absolutly go when you are in Saint Malo
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Mignon café SAINT MALO
Popular café with a nice homemade apple juice and generous granola
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Le Chalut
The service was so charming and every course utterly superb.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Saint-Placide
Good tasting menu at Michelin star prices.
Closes soon · 8:45 PM
L’Armateur
Stunning lunch we had, the food is delicious and beautifully presented.
Le Point Zéro, Bar Éphémère
THE place in Saint Malo to sit with a beer and watch the sunset.
Petit Bé Fort
Fort on a small island just off the coast of Saint-Malo.
L'Art Caddy Saint-Malo
Great place if you're looking for a nice American atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
St. Vincent Gate
an easy walk from hotels in the old town area of St Malo.
Bar L'Aviso
Fantastic local bar, friendly staff, and good beer.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Restaurant Le 128
Had scallop special that was fantastic.
La Marelle
In-store shopping·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Wed
Môle des Noires
From here, you can see the magnificent walls of Saint Malo fortress.
Maison Vermer
Very enjoyable evening, good food, wine and service.
Saint Malo
I love the village especially the fresh oyster in the beach.
Le Comptoir du vice
Excellent cocktails and tapas in a cozy setting.
Côté Remparts - Saint-Malo
It was cheaper than others and had many good selections.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Wed
Plage de l’Éventail
Suggestive place for a walk with low tide.
Les Filles d'Aleth
Lovely spot, friendly service and great food 😋
Cam et Léon - Restaurant Saint-Malo
(We returned the next day for a wonderful lunch at very reasonable prices.)
An Tavarn
Cool place, very popular, draft beers and cocktails but no wine.
La Cité Corsaire
Little Mamma
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Plage Saint Père
Les Filous
The island soaps
Definitely one of my favourite shopping experiences ever!
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
Château de Saint-Malo
SAINT JAMES - Saint Malo
Great clothing at affordable prices!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
La Casita
Dine-in·Takeout
Le Tire Bouchon
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
La Cuillère en Bois
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
Bistrot Poppie
Takeout: 11 AM–7 PM Tue
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
Bastion de la Reine
Douves Garden
Le Passage
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 (17 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (9 cruises)
- Silversea (6 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (4 cruises)
- HX Expeditions (3 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (3 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (2 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Saint-Malo
Cruises Visiting Saint-Malo
Ship Schedule at Saint-Malo
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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.