  {"id":48874,"date":"2020-02-26T13:39:05","date_gmt":"2020-02-26T12:39:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/?p=48874"},"modified":"2020-02-26T13:39:05","modified_gmt":"2020-02-26T12:39:05","slug":"top-10-things-to-do-in-amiens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/top-10-things-to-do-in-amiens\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Things to do In Amiens"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_48875\" style=\"width: 825px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48875\" class=\"wp-image-48875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"815\" height=\"1087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-816x1088.jpg 816w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280.jpg 693w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 815px) 100vw, 815px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48875\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/cathedral-amiens-france-772580\/<\/p><\/div>\n<h4>Top 10 Things to do In Amiens<\/h4>\n<p>Amiens\u00a0is a city and\u00a0commune\u00a0in northern France, 120\u00a0km north of Âé¶¹APP and 100\u00a0km south-west of\u00a0Lille. It is the capital of the\u00a0Somme\u00a0department\u00a0in\u00a0Hauts-de-France. It\u2019s the ideal weekend getaway location. The city has one of the biggest university hospitals in France with a capacity of 1,200 beds.\u00a0Amiens Cathedral, a\u00a0Gothic-inspired church of the 13th century and the largest in France of its kind, is present and recorded as a\u00a0World Heritage Site. The town was fought over during both World Wars, suffering much damage, and occupied several times by both sides. Amiens has an important historical and cultural heritage, on which tourism is based. Apart from the cathedral, there is the\u00a0hortillonnages, the\u00a0Tour Perret, the\u00a0Mus\u00e9e de Picardie, the\u00a0zoo, and the quarters of Saint-Leu among others. A total of 53 monuments are listed in the\u00a0inventory of monuments historiques. 126 places and monuments are listed in the\u00a0general inventory of cultural heritage, and 263 objects listed in the inventory of monuments historiques. However, here are the top 10 things to do in Amiens.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>1. Visit the streets of <\/strong><strong>Saint-Leu<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48877\" style=\"width: 826px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-0_amiens_-_place_du_don_-_cathedrale_1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48877\" class=\"wp-image-48877\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-0_amiens_-_place_du_don_-_cathedrale_1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"816\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-0_amiens_-_place_du_don_-_cathedrale_1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-0_amiens_-_place_du_don_-_cathedrale_1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-0_amiens_-_place_du_don_-_cathedrale_1-816x544.jpg 816w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-0_amiens_-_place_du_don_-_cathedrale_1.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48877\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:0_Amiens_-_Place_du_Don_-_Cath%C3%A9drale_(1).JPG<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Saint-Leu, a neighbourhood by the canal, lined with colourful restaurants, bars, galleries and shops. This city is reminiscent of other canal cities in France like Amsterdam and Venice. Enjoy a view of the Cathedral as you sip on a coffee <em>en terrasse<\/em>\u00a0from one of the charming cafes. The non-teetotalism crew can opt for a drink at one of the trendy bars.\u00a0 Locals say that in June, you\u2019ll find the Water Market. This is a traditional festival where gardeners paddle down the Somme River in their boats stocked with fruits, vegetables and flowers and set up a floating market by the port.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Marvel at the Amiens Notre-Dame Cathedral\u2019s 13<sup>th<\/sup> Century Gothic Architecture <\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48875\" style=\"width: 829px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48875\" class=\"wp-image-48875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"1092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280-816x1088.jpg 816w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/cathedral-772580_1280.jpg 693w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48875\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/cathedral-amiens-france-772580\/<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Pay a visit to one of the most popular places in Amiens. Here you will get to inspect how medieval builders aimed to maximize the internal dimensions of the Amiens Notre-Dame Cathedral so it would mimic a skyscraper and flood the church with even more light. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981, the church is popular for its ornate Gothic facade of intricate sculptures and details. It stretches an impressive 145 m (476 ft) in length, 70 m (230 ft) in width and 42.30 m (138.8 ft) in height, making it one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in all of France.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. Enjoy a Stroll through the Saint-Pierre Park<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48879\" style=\"width: 826px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_the_park_saint-pierre-2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48879\" class=\" wp-image-48879\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_the_park_saint-pierre-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"816\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_the_park_saint-pierre-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_the_park_saint-pierre-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_the_park_saint-pierre-2-816x544.jpg 816w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_the_park_saint-pierre-2.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48879\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Amiens,_the_park_Saint-Pierre-2.JPG?uselang=en-gb<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Saint-Pierre Park was designed in 1993 by Jacqueline Osty, the same landscape architect who designed the Martin Luther King Park in Âé¶¹APP.<\/p>\n<p>The Park is located between the Saint-Leu and Saint-Pierre quarters of Amiens. It sits on 22 hectares of vibrant greenery with the marvellous cathedral in its backdrop. This is a picturesque venue for a picnic, a walk or even a leisurely bike ride.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>4. Belfry tower Amiens<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48881\" style=\"width: 837px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_beffroi_1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48881\" class=\"wp-image-48881\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_beffroi_1-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"827\" height=\"1103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_beffroi_1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_beffroi_1-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1024px-amiens_beffroi_1-816x1087.jpg 816w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48881\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Amiens_Beffroi_1.jpg?uselang=en-gb<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A noteworthy monument in Amiens is the Beffroi D\u2019Amiens (Amiens Belfry). This UNESCO World Heritage site has stood resolutely in the Place au Fil since the 12th century. The Belfry tower makes a list of 56 towers found in Belgium and Northern France that hold a UNESCO title.<\/p>\n<p>Once serving as a prison and as the city\u2019s first city hall, today, the tower represents Amiens\u2019 independence from feudal power. Visitors can climb the 100-something steps to the top for breathtaking views over the city.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>5. Relax at the Park of Samara<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48883\" style=\"width: 816px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/800px-samara_26-09-2008_15-20-23.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48883\" class=\"wp-image-48883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/800px-samara_26-09-2008_15-20-23-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"806\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/800px-samara_26-09-2008_15-20-23-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/800px-samara_26-09-2008_15-20-23-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/800px-samara_26-09-2008_15-20-23.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48883\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/nl.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Park_Samara#\/media\/Bestand:Samara_26-09-2008_15-20-23.JPG<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Delve into a different time in world history in this 21st-century city at the Park of Samara. The Park of Samara demonstrates the way of life from over 600,000 years ago, such as fire-making, stick throwing, and flint shaping. It is surely one of the most fun, yet educational trips you can take, in Amiens!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>6. Take a tour of Les Hortillonnages<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>In Amiens, amidst the Somme and Avre river, lays the Hortillonnages also known as \u2018the floating gardens of Amiens\u2019. Enjoy a tour that can only be experienced by boat through the bizarre marsh garden on water. Board replicas of boats used in the medieval times to transport goods and are designed to easily dock without ruining the delicate shores of the cultivated fields<\/p>\n<h4><strong>7. Visit the Amiens Zoological Park<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48885\" style=\"width: 827px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48885\" class=\"wp-image-48885\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"817\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280-1024x642.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280-768x481.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280-816x511.jpg 816w, https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/parrot-3818376_1280.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 817px) 100vw, 817px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-48885\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/parrot-park-bird-colored-nature-3818376\/<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The zoological park was founded in 1952. It can be found in La Hotoie Park, the oldest community park in the city. The park stands on 6.5 hectares of space. La Hotoie Park is home to approximately 300 different animals from a range of 60 species including red pandas, elephants, parrots and sea lions. Visit the park on your own or take a guided tour all year round.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>8. The Picardy Museum<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you have an eye for art you will want to visit The Picardy Museum.\u00a0 Nicknamed \u201cLittle Louvre of the Province\u201d, the place has been in existence since 1967. It is said to be among the largest provincial museums in France. Here you can enjoy medieval art, archaeology, fine art and modern and contemporary art.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>9. Tour Perret<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>As one of Europe\u2019s few skyscrapers, reaching more than 100 meters (328.1 feet) in height, Tour Perret is among the most iconic sights when touring Amiens. Named after its architect Auguste Perret, the tower is almost as high as the spire of the Amiens Cathedral, making for a very appealing skyline. Visit and take a nice photo during the tower\u2019s colourful light show.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>10. Take a Food Tour<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>There are a number of authentic Amiens dishes that you could try during your tour. Enjoy this gastronomical experience as you savour your meal. Sample the famous p\u00e2t\u00e9 en cro\u00fbte, a whole duck stuffed with rabbit tenderloin, mushrooms and lard and wrapped in a flaky crust before baking for one hour.<\/p>\n<p>Amiens also has sweet treats like <em>macaron d\u2019Amiens<\/em> and the\u00a0<em>tuiles ami\u00e9noises,<\/em>\u00a0which are biscuits with chocolate and orange flavours.<\/p>\n<p>Now you know the top 10 things to do in Amiens, enjoy your visit!<\/p>\n<div id=\"disco-1383118967\" class=\"disco-amazon-box-2024 disco-entity-placement\"><div style=\"width: 100%; border: 2px solid lightgray; padding: 3% 6% 3% 3%; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Planning a trip to Âé¶¹APP ? 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It is the capital of the\u00a0Somme\u00a0department\u00a0in\u00a0Hauts-de-France. It\u2019s the ideal weekend getaway location. 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