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Saint-Malo Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

The audio guide is an ideal mobile companion for exploring the historic town of Saint-Malo. This tour is designed to help you discover the city in a short span of time (1-2 hours). Simply follow the route on the app's map, which takes you from the Fortress of Saint-Malo to the Mole de Noir breakwater. You're guaranteed to see: The fortress walls, gates, and bastions of Saint-Malo, St. Vincent Cathedral, Fort National, The beaches of Saint-Malo, Charming narrow streets brimming with souvenirs and treats.

Once you've downloaded the tour, the app operates offline. The audio guide can always be heard clearly through your headphones. Enjoy captivating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group.

If you only have a few hours to visit Saint-Malo, make the most of it with the audio guide. You won't miss a thing.

What's Included

  • One-year access to the tour in your preferred language
  • 23 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian
  • Illustrations to recognize landmarks
  • Smartphone and Headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and Beverages
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Meeting Location

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Porte Saint-Vincent
35400 Saint-Malo, France

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St. Vincent Gate

St. Vincent Gate (Porte Saint-Vincent) is the main entrance to the walled city of Saint-Malo, built in the 18th century to replace an earlier medieval gate. Framed by twin stone towers and a drawbridge once spanning a moat, it leads directly into the lively heart of the old town. Above the arch, you’ll see the coat of arms of Saint-Malo and decorative carvings. Today, it's the first glimpse many visitors have of the city’s fortified charm, opening onto cobbled streets, granite buildings, and centuries of privateer history.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place Chateaubriand

Chateaubriand Square (Place Chateaubriand) is a central gathering spot within the walled city of Saint-Malo, named after the famous Romantic writer and native son François-René de Chateaubriand. Flanked by classic Breton architecture, cafés, and the imposing Château de Saint-Malo, the square buzzes with life, especially in summer. It’s a perfect starting point for exploring the old town or pausing for a coffee amid the sea breeze and echoes of Saint-Malo’s storied literary and maritime past.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chateau de Saint Malo

The Fortress of Saint-Malo, or Château de Saint-Malo, stands at the edge of the old walled city, guarding the harbor with its thick granite walls and round towers. Built by the dukes of Brittany in the 15th century and later expanded by the French crown, it symbolized royal power over this fiercely independent port. Today, it houses the Saint-Malo History Museum, where visitors can explore the city’s corsair legacy, maritime heritage, and wartime resilience—topped off with panoramic views from its ramparts.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National Fort (pass by)

Le Fort National is a coastal fortress just off the walled city of Saint-Malo, built in 1689 by military architect Vauban under Louis XIV. Perched on a tidal island, it was designed to protect the port from naval attacks. Accessible on foot at low tide, the fort offers sweeping views of the sea and city walls. Though simple in design, its strategic position made it a key defense point. Today, it’s a historic site open to visitors in summer—where history, tides, and Atlantic winds converge in dramatic fashion.
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Rue Saint-Vincent

Rue Saint-Vincent is one of the main arteries of Saint-Malo’s walled city, leading from Porte Saint-Vincent into the heart of the old town. Lined with granite buildings, boutique shops, creperies, and galleries, it captures the spirit of the corsair city—elegant, compact, and alive with history. Its cobblestones trace the steps of merchants, sailors, and privateers, offering visitors a walk through centuries of Breton life, framed by sea-salted air and architectural charm.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Big Gate

La Grand' Porte is one of the oldest and most imposing gates of Saint-Malo, dating back to the 15th century. Originally the main entrance to the medieval city, it features twin round towers and a drawbridge that once spanned a protective moat. Located on the southeastern side of the walls near the harbor, it symbolized the town’s strength and wealth. Today, it welcomes visitors into the old city with a striking reminder of Saint-Malo’s fortified past and maritime pride.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Saint-Vincent Cathedral of Saint-Malo

Cathédrale Saint-Vincent de Saint-Malo is a striking Gothic and Romanesque cathedral that anchors the heart of the walled city. Originally built in the 12th century and rebuilt after World War II damage, it features elegant stained glass windows, a soaring nave, and the tomb of the explorer Jacques Cartier, who discovered Canada. The cathedral reflects the city’s maritime legacy and spiritual resilience, blending centuries of architecture and history into a solemn yet vibrant place of worship.
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Tour Bidouane

Our Bidouane is a massive 15th-century artillery tower built into the ramparts of Saint-Malo, overlooking the sea. Once used to store gunpowder and defend the northern approach to the city, it’s now a key stop along the walkable city walls. Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views of the English Channel, nearby islands, and the granite rooftops of the old town. Solid and imposing, the tower stands as a symbol of Saint-Malo’s defensive strength and seafaring vigilance.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bé

Grand Bé Island is a tidal island just off the coast of Saint-Malo, accessible on foot at low tide. It’s best known as the final resting place of writer François-René de Chateaubriand, whose simple tomb faces the sea, honoring his wish to lie “alone, with the ocean.” The island itself is rugged and windswept, offering spectacular views of the walled city, Fort National, and the surrounding bay. A short, atmospheric walk from the beach, Grand Bé blends natural beauty with literary reverence in a uniquely Breton setting.
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Bastion de la Hollande

The Holland Bastion (Bastion de Hollande) is one of the most prominent defensive outposts on the ramparts of Saint-Malo. Built in the 17th century to reinforce the city’s fortifications, it housed cannons aimed at protecting the northern seafront from naval attack. Today, it offers sweeping views of the sea, nearby forts, and the granite skyline of the old town. A statue of privateer Robert Surcouf, a local hero, stands at its edge—reminding visitors of Saint-Malo’s proud corsair past and maritime defiance.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Philip Bastion

The Saint Philippe Bastion is a 17th-century stronghold built into the seaward ramparts of Saint-Malo, part of the city’s expanded fortifications under Vauban. Positioned to defend the western side of the walled city, it offered clear lines of fire toward approaching ships. Today, it serves as a peaceful viewpoint, with benches overlooking the sea, the Fort National, and the shifting tides. Though less visited than other bastions, it offers a quiet space to reflect on Saint-Malo’s military past and enduring relationship with the ocean.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Porte de Dinan

Porte de Dinan is a majestic gate set into the southwestern walls of Saint-Malo, overlooking the Bas Sablons harbor. Flanked by sturdy towers and connected to the Rue de Dinan, it once controlled access to and from the mainland road to Dinan. Built in the 17th century, it reflects the city’s strategic importance and defensive architecture. Today, it marks the start of the scenic path up to the ramparts, offering access to quiet bastions and stunning views over the sea and moored boats below.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Louis Bastion

Bastion Saint-Louis is a seaward-facing defensive platform along the ramparts of Saint-Malo, built in the 18th century as part of the city's coastal fortifications. Positioned near the southern end of the walls, it once housed artillery protecting the harbor and beach approaches. Today, it's a peaceful lookout point where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Old Port, Fort National, and the open sea. Though modest in scale, it offers a quiet pause amid the city’s storied granite defenses.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Demeure De Corsaire

La Demeure de Corsaire is an 18th-century privateer’s mansion in Saint-Malo, offering a rare glimpse into the life of a wealthy corsair. Built by merchant and shipowner François-Auguste Magon de la Lande, a director of the French East India Company, the house features elegant salons, wood-paneled rooms, and secret passages. Guided tours reveal tales of naval battles, hidden treasures, and maritime trade. Located near the city walls, it’s a fascinating dive into Saint-Malo’s golden age of privateering and its blend of commerce, piracy, and prestige.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Môle des Noires

The Môle des Noires is a long stone breakwater extending from Saint-Malo’s walled city into the sea, named after the dark rocks (les Noires) it protects. Built in the 19th century, it shelters the harbor from Atlantic swells and offers one of the best panoramic walks in the city. Locals and visitors stroll its length for sweeping views of the ramparts, Grand Bé, Fort National, and the open sea. It’s a peaceful, wind-swept path where the line between land and ocean feels beautifully thin.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour does not cover all the sights in Saint-Malo
  • This is a self-guided tour — you will need to download the audio guide mobile app, activate your purchase, and follow the route on the app's map (without a human guide)
  • The audio guide can be accessed at any time. The date and time provided during checkout are merely estimates

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint-Malo Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint-Malo Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • One-year access to the tour in your preferred language.
  • 23 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian.
  • Illustrations to recognize landmarks.
  • Offline map featuring a route for effortless GPS navigation.
  • Audio guide app for iPhone and Android.
The following is NOT included:
  • Smartphone and Headphones.
  • Transportation.
  • Food and Beverages.
  • Entrance fee/tickets.
  • In-person guide.
Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 14..

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Apr 2025
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Accessibility information for the Saint-Malo Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Saint-Malo Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • One-year access to the tour in your preferred language
  • 23 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian
  • Illustrations to recognize landmarks
  • Offline map featuring a route for effortless GPS navigation
  • Audio guide app for iPhone and Android
  • Smartphone and Headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and Beverages
  • Entrance fee/tickets
  • In-person guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The audio guide is available through a mobile app for iOS and Android
  • Entry tickets to the museums are not included and must be purchased separately in advance
  • The tour does not cover all the sights in Saint-Malo
  • This is a self-guided tour — you will need to download the audio guide mobile app, activate your purchase, and follow the route on the app's map (without a human guide)
  • The audio guide can be accessed at any time. The date and time provided during checkout are merely estimates
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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