Strasbourg

Strasbourg

France

Wander through fairytale medieval streets and marvel at the soaring Gothic cathedral that has captivated visitors for centuries.

💱 Currency Euro (EUR)
🗣 Language French, Alsatian
🕐 Time Zone CET (UTC+1)
☀️ Best Time to Visit Jun–Oct
🚢 Typical Duration 7-8 nights
💰 Price Range $1,695–$8,240 per person
Port Type Departure & Port of Call
🚤 Tender Port No

Strasbourg is a charming medieval Rhine River port famous for its stunning Gothic cathedral, picturesque half-timbered old town, and as a gateway to Alsatian wine country and Central European river cruise itineraries.

Cruises that visit Strasbourg

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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 9:00 PM
Usually about 13 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg An experience for the senses for the whole family. Cathedral · ★ 4.8 · 76k 🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Parc de l'Orangerie Large beautiful park with waterfall, ponds and big majestic trees. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 19k 🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Place Kléber The top of the hour Christmas Tree display is a must experience. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 19k
Place des Halles great place with a lot of shops - great variety and very clean Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 16k 🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Centre Commercial Rivetoile Clean, well-organized, and a great variety of stores. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 13k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Barrage Vauban Inside the bridge there is an art exhibit with various sculptures. Historical landmark · ★ 4.6 · 11k 🕐 Temporarily closed
Galeries Lafayette Strasbourg Lot of nice brands and clothes available in old and charming building. Women's clothing store · ★ 4.2 · 10k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Parc de l'Étoile Clean, easy to find, wide open and accessible Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 9k 🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Aushopping Illkirch Baggersee This mall has everything even a dental center 👍 Shopping mall · ★ 4.1 · 7k 🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
L'Aubette Shopping The mall is clean and had been completely refurbished. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 6k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Aushopping Strasbourg Best hypermarché in the city with easy access by tram and many other shops Shopping mall · ★ 3.9 · 6k 🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Le Tire-Bouchon Delicious food, excellent service and the vibe is super cozy and unique. French · ★ 4.3 · 6k 🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Le Vaisseau Absolutely wonderful interactive science museum targeting kids age 4-12. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 5k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Primark Inexpensive, great quality clothing with a large selection Women's clothing store · ★ 3.8 · 5k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
La Hache Wonderfully prepared dishes in a vibrant and chill atmosphere! French · ★ 4.6 · 5k
Shopping Promenade - Coeur Alsace Many shops to choose and reasonable prices Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 5k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Batorama And you get to go through multiple canal lochs which is very cool! Cruise agency · ★ 4.1 · 4k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
The Little Red Door - Escape Game The escape room was highly experiential and immersive. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.9 · 4k 🕐 Closes soon · 12:30 AM
The Drunky Stork Social Club Fabulous cocktail bar decorated in a slightly art deco theme. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 3k 🕐 24 Rue du Vieux-Marché-aux-Vins
Ponts Couverts de Strasbourg Just walk around and see old builds. Bridge · ★ 4.7 · 3k 🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Alsatian Museum Definitely recommended for all ages interested in history, art and culture. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 3k 🕐 Temporarily closed
Au Vieux Strasbourg The food was great and the service was fast,promt and profesional. Alsace restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 3k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Restaurant Le Kuhn Very nice restaurant, food was excellent and the service superb 😁 French · ★ 4.6 · 3k 🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
La Maison Rouge Is the place front of place Kléber The Fnac Strasbourg is in in this place Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 3k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Les Berthom Amazing service and atmosphere and wide variety of drinks, especially beer. Bar · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Le Banquet des Sophistes The food here is beautifully presented, and the service is truly lovely. French · ★ 4.8 · 2k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Jeannette and the Cycleux Great music, great ambiance, and even greater food and drinks! Cocktail bar · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Cave Historique des Hospices de Strasbourg Free and interesting thing to do with a little wine shops as well. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k 🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Historical Museum of the City of Strasbourg Really interesting and interactive experience, lot of stuff to learn here. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Blue Flamingo best food ive had in a while, staff was very nice, cocktails are amazing. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 2k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Palais du Rhin The whole area very nice to walk around. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Au Crocodile Elegant, creative and well-balanced menu, perfect service at the table. French · ★ 4.7 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Code Bar Great cocktails, really nice music and atmosphere and amazing service. Bar · ★ 4.5 · 1k
Restaurant Les Chauvins Wonderful staff, great vibe, very relaxed atmosphere and excellent cuisine. Alsace restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
Grande-Île de Strasbourg A city full of romance, where every corner tells a story. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Le Douanier Super cool interior, unique drink menu with cocktails from around the world. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Le Social Bar Strasbourg Great ambiance, adorable staff, nice selection of drinks! Bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Place du Château Had a double-decker merry-go-round that the kids enjoyed. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 1k
L'eveil des Sens Excellent everything: food, service and atmosphere. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
La Cuiller à Pot All the way from the beautifully presented food to the exquisite service. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
La Mandragore Great atmosphere, service, and beer. Bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
O'Brother Bar Best beers in town, cool service too Bar · ★ 5 · 1k 🕐 Closes soon · 12:30 AM
Musée de l'Œuvre-Notre-Dame Several stations also feature interactive instruments you can try out. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 1k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Place de la Cathédrale Strasbourg I really enjoyed the astronomical clock. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 1k
LEOBAR Great atmosphere, exceptional tapas and the wine was next level. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k 🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Astronomical Clock So much fun clock! Historical landmark · ★ 4.5 · 0k 🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
La Cabane Beautiful Bar with the best Cocktails i've ever had. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Maje Galeries Lafayette - Strasbourg Great store with lovely staff! Women's clothing store · ★ 4.7 · 0k 🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

Strasbourg 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.

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About Strasbourg

Strasbourg has emerged as a vibrant hub for river cruising along the Rhine, with five major cruise lines offering an impressive 2,514 upcoming sailings. While primarily serving as a port of call rather than an embarkation point, this charming Alsatian city is a favorite stop on 7-night itineraries that explore the Rhine's most captivating destinations, including Basel, Koblenz, Amsterdam, Breisach, and Speyer. The peak cruising season runs from June through October, with August and September drawing the most visitors.

When your ship docks in Strasbourg, you'll step into a fairy-tale setting where medieval architecture and European culture converge. The city's stunning cathedral and picturesque old town are within easy reach, while the famous Christmas markets (seasonal) and local Alsatian cuisine offer authentic regional experiences. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Strasbourg delivers the perfect blend of history, charm, and accessibility that makes river cruising so rewarding.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Medieval Magic in La Petite France

Wander through Strasbourg's enchanting old town with its half-timbered houses, picturesque canals, and cobblestone streets that seem frozen in time. This UNESCO World Heritage quarter is just steps from the cruise port, offering Instagram-worthy views around every corner and a genuine glimpse into Alsatian architecture and charm.

2

Strasbourg Cathedral's Astronomical Clock

Marvel at the stunning Gothic Cathedral of Notre-Dame and its famous 16th-century astronomical clock, which still performs its intricate mechanical show daily. This architectural masterpiece dominates the skyline and represents centuries of craftsmanship that defines Strasbourg's cultural heritage and artistic legacy.

3

Alsatian Wine and Culinary Delights

Savor local Rieslings and Gewürztraminer wines paired with traditional Alsatian specialties like flammekuchen (tarte flambée) and choucroute garnie in cozy winstubs (wine taverns). The region's distinctive cuisine reflects centuries of Franco-German influence, offering flavors you'll find nowhere else in France.

4

Strasbourg Christmas Markets Year-Round

Browse the famous Strasbourg markets brimming with handcrafted ornaments, local artisan goods, and festive decorations that capture the region's holiday spirit. Even outside December, the markets showcase authentic Alsatian crafts, textiles, and souvenirs perfect for remembering your Rhine River adventure.

5

Boat Tour Through Waterfront Neighborhoods

Experience Strasbourg from the water with a scenic boat tour through its charming canals and past historic riverside neighborhoods. This unique perspective reveals the city's relationship with water and provides stunning views of illuminated buildings, bridges, and the picturesque Petite France district.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the location of Strasbourg?

Strasbourg is located in north-eastern France at 48.5734053° N, 7.7521113° E.

What are must-see attractions in Strasbourg?

Notre-Dame Cathedral, La Petite France, Strasbourg Parliament, and the canals.

When is the best time to visit Strasbourg?

Spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds.

How can I reach Strasbourg?

Take a high-speed train from Paris (about 1h 45m) or fly into Basel–Mulhouse.