Hotels in Dijon

Dijon is a city in the French province of Burgundy. It lies close to the source of the Seine and on the banks of the Ouche. Know as the cradle of mustard, it was here that the movie Cyrano de Bergerac was filmed. The city has some architectural jewels of many styles, including Medieval, Renaissance, Neo-Classical and Modern.

Highlights include the Palace of Justice – also known as the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy – which is now the Town Hall and houses the Museum of Fine Arts. From its Philippe le Bon Tower you can get an incredible view of the city and the Ouche and Saone valleys.

Visit the Church of Notre-Dame in the market area, the Maison Millière, the Palace and Church of Saint-Michel, and Place de la Libération.

The city’s parks are tastefully laid out and well maintained. Dijon’s main street is Rue de la Liberté, which is typical of many of the finer streets in town in that it is a pedestrian street with excellent shops and boutiques. Dijon is the perfect place for lovers of gourmet cooking, fine wines, art, history and the joys of the countryside. Lake Kir is popular with the locals thanks to its beaches and the activities on offer there, such as sailing, canoeing, kayaking and rowing. You will find accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Come to Dijon for a truly memorable holiday!