The Hauts-de-France region attracts more and more visitors every year, eager to discover this pretty corner of France. While the Belfry, the Citadelle and the Vieille Bourse are among the city's must-see attractions, other more unusual activities await you. Whether you're looking for a surprising Escape game, contemporary artworks, a ride in a "deudeuche" or cryotherapy, what unusual activities in Lille are tempting you? Whether you're a family, a couple or a group of friends, there's something for everyone!
1. Try karaoke on a pirate ship
Come aboard Le Barberousse, a famous Lille bar on rue Masséna. In a pirate ship decor worthy of the best films, you'll discover original cocktails while having fun during karaoke evenings, in a 100% unusual atmosphere.
Good to know! quiz evenings are also organized from time to time, for a whole host of fun.
2. The Quiz Room, one of Lille's best unusual activities
Buzz like you're on TV at Lille's Quiz Room, located rue du Palais Rihour! Classic or themed quizzes, the choice is yours. It's an activity that appeals not only to groups of friends, but also to families visiting Lille with teenagers. Immersed on a TV set, you challenge your friends and family while having fun. Who will be the most cunning? One thing's for sure: you won't be bored!
Activities to book: Enjoy an unusual activity and play the first immersive Quiz in a setting worthy of the greatest TV sets by booking right here !
3. Unusual activities in Lille: sensory floating
Sensory floatation centers like Des Bulles à Flotter transport you into a world totally disconnected from everyday life. Say goodbye to the hubbub of noise, visual pollution and connected devices. During your session, the only thing that counts is your relaxation. Isolated from the rest of the world, you enjoy a unique floating experience in water saturated with EPSOM salt. A moment of pure meditation and fulfillment, alone or in duo, awaits you in your isolation chamber. A once-in-a-lifetime experience!
The activity to book: Discover sensory isolation floating, one of the world's deepest and most effective relaxation experiences by booking your sensory isolation floating in Lille right here.
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4. Admire the unusual contemporary works of art at Le Tripostal
As well as being unusual, the Tripostal is a must-do in Lille in winter. It has been a fixture of the Lille landscape since the "Lille 2004, European Capital of Culture" event, becoming the focal point for contemporary art in the city. From the most unusual structures to graphic or light installations, there's no shortage of astonishing exhibitions.
Good to know! a children's area and a restaurant have been set up on site.
5. Visit Lille in a 2CV: unusual and fun!
At Tradi'Balade, we're offering you Lille's top unusual activity: a tour of the city in a 2CV. Aboard this timeless classic car, you'll discover the city's must-sees. There are four tours to choose from:
- Lille the Goddess,
- Lille Napoléon III,
- Lille Belfry,
- Lille Citadelle.
Each tour, lasting from 30 minutes to 1 h 30, takes you from Old Lille to the more remote parts of the city. Unusual, offbeat and fascinating: a real Petit Futé favorite that you can easily book right here.
6. Unusual activities in Lille: the best escape games
Escape games have become a must in France's biggest cities. The aim: to find the way out of an immersive room or game in record time. In Lille, several unusual activities of this kind are on offer, including Koezio's escape games. Whether you opt for the elite agents mission by booking here or the out-of-control mission, you'll take on numerous challenges, solve enigmas and above all... have fun!
Good to know: this activity is located near Lille, in Villeneuve-d'Ascq.
7. Admire the Maison Coilliot, one of Lille's best-known unusual activities
It's one of the must-sees in Lille, and it's 100% unusual. We're talking about the Maison Coilliot and its astonishing façade! You'll find it on rue de Fleurus, still proudly displaying the Céramiques Coilliot sign on the first floor. Despite its asymmetrical lines and curves, the whole is 100% harmonious. Upstairs, the curved, original architecture draws the eye like a magnet.
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8. Cryotherapy, an unforgettable unusual activity in Lille
Whether for aesthetic or wellness reasons, cryotherapy is becoming increasingly popular in some cities. At Esprit Cryo, you can try out this unusual activity, particularly appreciated by athletes for its many benefits. Whether it's preparing for exercise, preventing injury, optimizing recovery or reducing aches and pains, many people are now trying out this astonishing activity. How about you?
The activity to book : Don't wait any longer and discover cryotherapy, a unique life experience by booking right here.
9. The Food Tour No Diet, Lille's top unusual activities
If you're visiting Lille in 2 days, don't waste any time! Start with the Food Tour No Diet, which offers a gourmet escapade in the city center by booking it right here. You'll get to see a good part of Lille, all the while treating yourself. From regional specialties to take-away delights such as a revisited hot dog, you're in for a treat. Just don't eat too much in the morning - you'll probably regret it!
Petit Futé Tip: if you book the Lille City Pass here, you'll have free access to 27 of the city's must-see sites. Maybe one of them will make it into your own top list of unusual things to do in Lille?
10. Be amazed at the Musée de l'Illusion
Here's a museum that leaves no one indifferent! Young and old alike will be amazed by the many optical illusions on display, some of which they'll be at a loss to explain. But don't worry, not only does the Musée de l'Illusion offer an unusual experience in Lille, it also explains each of the perspectives presented one by one. Fun and playful, it's one of the best unusual visits to make in Lille with the whole family!
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11. Lille's unusual virtual activities
Here's an ideal activity to do in Lille when it's raining, and that can happen regularly in the Hauts-de-France region! At DreamAway, located right in the center of Lille, enjoy virtual reality experiences that are crazier than ever. Suitable for children and adults alike, a wide range of VR adventures are on offer:
- Alice in Wonderland,
- Incarna, the ultimate for adventurers,
- survival scenes,
- Toyland, etc.
Each world is designed to give you a thrilling, fun experience. Visiting the city with teenagers ? This is one of the best unusual activities in Lille that you can offer them by booking right here.
Good to know: lille boasts one of Europe's finest Christmas markets. A great opportunity to (re)visit the city in winter!
Why go far from France when there are so many beautiful cities to visit? Lille is one of the trendiest destinations to marvel at without breaking the bank: take advantage of this opportunity to go away for a weekend at a low price! Accessible in less than 2 hours from Paris, the city nicknamed the Capital of Flanders has more than one trick up its sleeve to amaze you. From unusual activities to free things to do in Lille, you're sure to find something fun to do during your stay or stroll in this beautiful city in northern France!
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