Planning a trip to Futuroscope? Find out where to stay near France’s second-largest theme park!
Futuroscope is a leisure park located in the middle of the Vienne region, 10 km north of Poitiers, accessible by freeway, trunk road and even… by TGV: a dedicated station!
Focusing on technology, innovation and scientific discoveries – it is surrounded by a technopole, located in the commune of Chasseneuil-du-Poitou – and boasting a host of futuristic attractions, Futuroscope opened in 1987 and is one of France’s most popular leisure parks, with over 2 million visitors in 2017. There are attractions for all tastes and ages: thrills, great shows, discoveries, fun for the little ones, discovery workshops…
Once you’ve bought your tickets for Futuroscope, you’ll need to choose your accommodation carefully if you want to get to this legendary site easily. So where to sleep near the park? To help you prepare for your visit, we’ve put together a list of the best towns and villages to stay in near Futuroscope!
Hotels near Futuroscope
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One of the special features of the Futuroscope park is that hotels are located directly on site, less than 10 minutes’ walk from the attractions! So don’t waste time moping around in endless traffic jams, and take advantage of a simple and pertinent solution: from 1 to 4 stars, a dozen hotels make up the park’s hotel offer. Of course, the fact that Poitiers is only ten kilometers away adds to the choice, but why complicate things when it’s so easy to find accommodation near Futuroscope?
No more hesitation: compare the various offers directly. Depending on when you plan to visit the site, prices can fluctuate quite dramatically, so it’s a good idea to choose your accommodation well in advance, or to take advantage of the special offers regularly put forward by Futuroscope to attract visitors!
Poitiers
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In this town of 100,000 inhabitants, located 10 km south of Futuroscope, visitors to the Futuroscope park can enjoy all the amenities of a big city: shopping centers, bistros, upscale hotels or luxury residences for rent on online rental platforms.
Play in the Parc de Blossac with your children, visit Poitiers’ charming city center and the Saint-Jean de Poitiers Baptistery, or sample a tourteau fromager, a symbol of Poitiers’ gastronomy, in one of the many restaurants on site!
This fast-growing metropolis is certainly not lacking in assets, and looks set to be the first destination to welcome visitors to the park. But beware: if you’re looking for a place to stay near Futuroscope in the Poitevin area, it can be difficult to find reasonably-priced accommodation at certain times of the year… Check out the offers and book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Find a hotel in Poitiers
Find an Airbnb accomodation in Poitiers
Chauvigny
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With its 7,000 inhabitants, this is a charming little medieval village located 20 km from the Futuroscope park. Here, onlookers interested in traditional architecture will enjoy strolling along the cobbled streets and admiring the splendor of the town center, through which the Vienne River flows. We recommend a visit to theSaint-Pierre de Chauvigny church, a local institution, and, for the more sporty, the village is famous for its VéloRail!
Despite the size of the village, charming rental accommodation is available all year round if you’re looking to stay close to the Futuroscope in Chauvigny, while enjoying privileged access to this area. What’s more, the commune’s location, in the heart of the countryside, offers visitors the chance to stay in one of the countless guest houses or gîtes in the surrounding area, each as charming as the next.
Find a bed and breakfast in Chauvigny
Find an Airbnb accomodation in Chauvigny
Châtellerault
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Châtellerault is Poitiers’ little sister. From here, you can rent a car to discover the splendid Vienne region, or stroll down Rue Bourbon, the town’s main shopping street, before strolling through the Director’s splendid botanical garden. In summer, you can also take a refreshing dip in one of the many lakes that are the pride of the town and provide a welcome escape from the heatwave for young and old alike.
But if you’re looking for accommodation close to the Futuroscope in Châtellerault, it’s well worth taking a hike on one of the many trails starting from the town; organize your own excursion to admire the beauties of the département!
For rustic accommodation near Futuroscope in Châtellerault, you’ll find campsites dotted around the area that will welcome you for a modest sum. For more conventional accommodation, there’s a wide range of B&Bs and self-catering cottages, able to accommodate you right in the heart of the Viennese countryside.
Find a bed and breakfast in Châtellerault
Finda bed and breakfast in Châtellerault
Now you know where to stay around Futuroscope to make the most of your stay in this unique park!