What are the best things to do in Auxerre?
Top picks in Auxerre include Old Abbey of St. Germain, Guédelon Castle. See the full list and itinerary on this Auxerre travel guide.
Photo: Benjamin Smith · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Auxerre
Travel guide for Auxerre, France — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Auxerre is a stop in France, not a country-in-a-weekend. Most people stay 2–4 days. If time is short, prioritise Old Abbey of St. Germain, Guédelon Castle instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 110–240 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Auxerre
1
Old Abbey of St. Germain
2
Guédelon Castle
Budget
Auxerre trip cost
Budget
USD 50–85
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 110–240
per person / day
Luxury
USD 275–455+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Auxerre, France. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Auxerre
Estimated total (USD)
$3,090
≈ $1,545 per person · $441 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $180/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Auxerre mid-range ground costs (budget 50–85 · mid 110–240 · luxury 275–455+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Le Schaeffer
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Ibis Auxerre Centre
Nightlife
- Le Pub
Museums & culture
- Guédelon Castle
In pictures
Auxerre gallery
Photos: Benjamin Smith — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Auxerre travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Auxerre?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Auxerre?
Most travellers spend 2–4 days in Auxerre, depending on how many day trips you want in France.
Where should I stay in Auxerre?
Popular stays in Auxerre include Ibis Auxerre Centre. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Auxerre cost?
On the ground in Auxerre (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 50–85 per person per day, mid-range about 110–240, and luxury about 275–455+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Auxerre, France. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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