Océanopolis
Large ocean discovery park, with aquariums and pavilions devoted to polar, tropical and Breton ecosystems.
Brest, France
Brest: airports, things to do and where to stay
Brest, at the western tip of Brittany, is a port and naval city overlooking a vast natural harbour. Rebuilt after the Second World War, it is the gateway to Finistère.
Brest airports
From the airport to central Brest
Brest Bretagne airport is about 8 km from central Brest.
Bibus 16
City bus between the airport and Brest Liberté in the centre, via Guipavas and near the train and coach stations. Every 15 min at weekday peak times.
Bibus 20
Bus to Porte de Gouesnou, where you change to the tram into the centre. In the evening and at weekends it runs on demand and must be booked in advance.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Brest takes about 15-20 min.
Brest
Things to do in Brest
Château de Brest
Centuries-old fortress at the mouth of the Penfeld, housing the National Maritime Museum.
Pont de Recouvrance
Lift bridge over the Penfeld between the city centre and the Recouvrance district, with two tall concrete towers.
Téléphérique de Brest
Urban cable car crossing the Penfeld to the Capucins, with views over the naval port. It takes a standard network ticket.
Ateliers des Capucins
Former naval dockyard workshops turned into a huge covered space with shops, restaurants, a library and cultural events.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Brest?
Brest is served by Brest Bretagne (BES).
How far is the airport from central Brest?
Brest Bretagne airport is about 8 km from central Brest.
How do I get from the airport to central Brest?
From Brest Bretagne airport you can take Bibus 16 (bus), Bibus 20 (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Brest?
Highlights of Brest include Océanopolis, Château de Brest, Pont de Recouvrance, Téléphérique de Brest, and Ateliers des Capucins.
Photo credits
- Océanopolis: Alex Brown, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Château de Brest: Farz brujunet, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Pont de Recouvrance: Kev22, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Téléphérique de Brest: Raimond Spekking, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ateliers des Capucins: Raimond Spekking, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons