Why visit Reims in 2027?
Booking.com features Reims in its trending destinations for 2027, published on 14 October 2026. This is a selection based on the platform’s travel data, not a ranking of the world’s most visited cities. Use it as inspiration to explore Reims and spend a little longer discovering the Champagne region.
A two or three day Champagne getaway
Day one: explore the cathedral and city centre, then join a cellar tour booked in advance. Check the language, opening hours and arrangements for children directly with the provider.
Day two: choose a heritage visit or a trip through the vineyards, leaving time to relax back at your cottage. For a third day, our Épernay guide helps you plan another outing without rushing between too many stops.
Choose your cottage and private facilities
L’Hirondelle sleeps 2–4 guests and has a private hot tub. La Grange 1755 sleeps 8 guests with a private heated indoor pool. Two extra single mattresses for 9–10 guests may be arranged on request, after confirmation. Booking both cottages accommodates 12 guests in the standard configuration.
Le Domaine d’Ailleurs is in Coulonges-Cohan, in the Aisne countryside on the edge of Champagne, outside Reims. Plan a car or pre-arranged transport for your visits; check the route to each venue and allow for traffic. Booking L’Hirondelle alone does not include access to La Grange’s indoor pool.
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Reims is the grand capital of Champagne, a city where royal history and sparkling wine meet at every turn. Kings were crowned in its cathedral for a thousand years, and beneath its streets lie miles of chalk cellars where Champagne slowly comes of age. If you are staying in the region, a day in Reims is essential. Here is what to do in Reims, from its UNESCO landmarks to its great Champagne houses, with a countryside stay at Le Domaine d’Ailleurs as a separate part of your trip.
Notre-Dame de Reims, the coronation cathedral
Start with the cathedral. Notre-Dame de Reims is one of the finest Gothic buildings in France and a UNESCO World Heritage site. For centuries it was where French kings were crowned, most famously Charles VII in 1429 in the presence of Joan of Arc. Admire the soaring nave, the statue of the smiling angel and the luminous windows, including a set designed by Marc Chagall. Next door, the Palais du Tau is the former archbishop’s palace and is also UNESCO listed. It is currently closed for renovation; its official website announces reopening in 2027. Check the confirmed opening arrangements before planning a visit.
Planning a 2027 visit: check museum reopening dates
As checked on 26 October 2026, the Palais du Tau and the Musée des Beaux-Arts are closed for renovation, with reopening planned for 2027. An announced year is not a guaranteed opening date: confirm the venue’s current information before booking your visit. For cellar tours, check the tour language, times and availability directly with your chosen house.
The great Champagne houses and their chalk cellars
No visit to Reims is complete without going underground. The city’s great houses offer cellar tours and tastings, among them Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, Pommery, Mumm and Ruinart, the oldest Champagne house of all. Many of the cellars are set in the crayères, ancient chalk quarries dug in Gallo-Roman times and now part of the UNESCO listing for the hillsides, houses and cellars of Champagne. Walking these cool, cathedral-like galleries lined with thousands of bottles is a highlight of any trip to the region.
Beyond the wine: history on foot
Reims rewards a wander. The Basilica Saint-Remi, another UNESCO gem, is a vast Romanesque and Gothic church with a museum in the former abbey alongside. In the centre, the Roman Porte de Mars is one of the largest surviving triumphal arches from antiquity. For something lighter, the art deco Halles du Boulingrin market is a beauty, and the lively Place Drouet d’Erlon is the place for a coffee or an aperitif among locals.
A perfect day trip from the estate
The joy of exploring Reims from a countryside base is having the best of both. Spend the day among cathedrals and cellars, then return to the calm of Le Domaine d’Ailleurs, in Coulonges-Cohan, for a quiet evening. The indoor pool is private to La Grange; L’Hirondelle has its own hot tub. A full day covers the cathedral, a Champagne house and the centre; two days let you add a second cellar and the Basilica Saint-Remi at a gentler pace.
Stay near Reims at a private estate
Explore Reims by day, then return to your cottage in Coulonges-Cohan. Choose La Grange for a private indoor pool or L’Hirondelle for a private hot tub. Plan transport separately and check your route.
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What is Reims best known for?
Reims is the historic capital of Champagne, famous for its Gothic cathedral where French kings were crowned, and for its great Champagne houses with chalk cellars carved deep beneath the city. It combines a thousand years of royal history with the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine.
Can you visit Champagne cellars in Reims?
Yes. Several major houses in Reims offer cellar tours and tastings, including Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, Pommery, Mumm and Ruinart. Many use the ancient chalk quarries known as crayères, now part of a UNESCO World Heritage listing.
How long do you need to visit Reims?
A full day covers the cathedral, a Champagne house and the city centre comfortably. With two days you can add a second cellar visit and the Basilica Saint-Remi. It makes an ideal day trip from a nearby estate.
How far is Reims from Le Domaine d’Ailleurs?
Le Domaine d’Ailleurs is in Coulonges-Cohan, outside Reims. Driving time depends on your destination and traffic; check the route and arrange transport before your visit.
Is Reims worth visiting beyond Champagne?
Yes. Beyond the cellars, the UNESCO cathedral, Roman Porte de Mars, art deco Halles du Boulingrin and Place Drouet d’Erlon offer plenty to explore. Check opening arrangements for individual venues before travelling.
