Activity ideas & places to visit
La Rochelle for teens
La Rochelle bursts with cool ideas for teens looking to hang out with friends, plan a fun outing, or share activities with family. To give you the best local tips, we went straight to the source: three teens from La Rochelle : Constance, Romane, and Ezeckiel. Two girls, one boy, three personalities and three worlds. The result? A selection of places and activities tested and approved by teens themselves.
Best spots to chill
Where teens hang out
• Beach of Les Minimes or Concurrence : frisbee, football, molkky, or beach volleyball at the first rays of sunshine.
• Popular meet-up points : Place de Verdun or at the foot of the Ferris Wheel on Place de la Motte Rouge.
• Favorite parks : Charruyer, Alcide d’Orbigny, Delmas.
• Hidden gem : the cloister courtyard of the Dames Blanches.
• Skateparks (Port-Neuf, Encan, or parks) : perfect for skate, BMX, or scooters.
• Climbing sessions : Arkose (bouldering) or Les Cabanes Urbaines (wall climbing).
Small or
Big appetites
Simple pleasures, small budgets:
• Cookies: Pépite Cookie or Emilie and the Cool Kids (local legends).
• Liège waffles: Chez Gaspard, a must-try treat.
• Ice cream: On the port at Ernest, Roméo, or Tonton Maboul, teen-approved classics.
Creative &
Active alternatives
- For budding artists: creative workshops at Carré Amelot or music sessions at La Sirène.
- Urban hubs like Cabanes Urbaines or La Belle du Gabut mix sports, culture, and chill vibes.
- Winter highlight? The annual Luna Park (Port des Minimes): thrilling rides, games, and pure laughter!
Rainy day fun
No sunshine? No problem:
• Adventure Games in Angoulins : laser tag, battle arena, indoor adventure park.
• The Peak (Angoulins) : tree climbing, fun walls, speleology.
• Trampoline Park (Lagord) : bouncing guaranteed!
• Escape Games : Escape Yourself (Lagord) or Le Temple (Les Minimes).
Things to do with teens
Sharing time with teens isn’t always easy — here are sure bets:
• Bowling (Les Minimes or Lagord)
• Shopping: indie boutiques on Rue Saint-Nicolas, thrift stores (Kilo Shop, La Vingtaine), or Beaulieu mall.
• Concerts: La Sirène, Les Francofolies, Notes en Vert, or La Dimancherie.
Family favorites:
• La Rochelle Aquarium + lunch at panoramic Brasserie Là-Haut.
• Maritime Museum + tapas on board the France 1 ship or at La Fabuleuse Cantine.
• Natural History Museum + stroll in the Jardin des Plantes + snack at D’Jolly.
• Summer kayaking: Canal de Rompsay, L’Houmeau, or Minimes.
Moving Around
It’s easy!
No car needed: Yélo bikes, buses, maritime shuttles (passeur & sea bus) make exploring fun and eco-friendly. With 230 km of bike lanes and park-and-ride options, mobility is effortless.
The family ally
La Rochelle Océan Pass
Access to transport + activities: aquarium, cruises, rowing, exhibitions… all in one pass : perfect for teens and parents alike !
