is a must and with it's proud festive traditions, fine arts, gastronomy, historical wealth and vibrant culture it's hard not to see why it was named European Capital of Culture in 2004. We have some super deals available to Lille from just £117. Book a
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Lille is the right size for easy living, and Northerners' generous and warm nature make visitors feel welcome. All year round people are delighted by this unique mixture of Flemish traditions and French "art de vivre".Flemish, Burgundian and then Spanish before becoming French, Lille has an outstanding architectural and historical wealth. A trading city since medieval times, a citadel under Louis XIV and a hive of industry during the 19
th century, Lille has evolved into a city of ambition during more recent times.Lille, European Capital of Culture in 2004, offers a blend of faces of the past and of the future and has become a true benchmark in this field. A haven for art from the Fine Arts Museum to the Opera, from ballets to concerts, culture is part and parcel of everyday life, Lille is home to France's second largest museum next to the Louvre, houses the Palace for Fine Arts and it is also famous for the "Braderie" (flea market) which takes places every September. All in all, Lille offers a delightful blend of Flemish joviality and French elegance.
Places to visit in Lille: The Palais Rihour, Place du General de Gaulle, The Opera House & The Vieille Bourse (Old Stock Exchange), The Goddess column, The Place du Théâtre, The Notre-Dame de la Treille Cathedral, The Town Hall and its belfry, Palais des Beaux-Arts (Fine Arts Museum), Lille Opera House.
ShortBreaks also provide the option to take a self drive break in Lille by car.