Villeneuve-d'Ascq Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Villeneuve-d\'Ascq featuring a windmill
Villeneuve-d\'Ascq
Villeneuve-d\'Ascq showing a windmill
Villeneuve-d\'Ascq
Villeneuve-d\'Ascq featuring a windmill
Find everything you could need in this city’s two gigantic shopping centers. Watch soccer at one of the stadiums.

Villeneuve-d’Ascq is famous for its acclaimed modern art museum, cutting-edge science contributions and sports stadiums. Just outside the metropolis of LilleOpens in a new window, Villeneuve-d’Ascq is near to vast green spaces, lakes and forests. Watch a movie in a modern shopping center before taking on the physical tests in activity center, Koezio.

The commune is known as the “Green Technopole” due to the influx of scientific researchers from the University of Lille. It is also home to many high-tech companies in the Haute Borne European Scientific Park.

Spend the day at one of the gigantic shopping centers, which are among the largest in the country. The Centre Commercial V2 was constructed in the 1970s. It has two levels with more than 150 shops. Visit its newer neighbor, the Heron Parc, where there is a multiplex cinema.

Watch a sporting event in the 50,000-seat Stade Pierre-Mauroy. The multi-use arena is currently home to LOSC Lille Métropole, which is among France’s elite soccer clubs. The city’s sporty vibe is emphasized by Koezio, which is a fun activity maze. It has physical challenges, such as ball pits and high ropes, and mental challenges, including a general knowledge quiz in English.

While strolling past the shops and cafés of the small city center, drop in at the Lille Métropole Museum of Modern, Contemporary and Outsider Art. Peruse some of its 4,500 works of art in the spacious exhibition areas. Inspect masterpieces from some of the world’s most famous artists, such as Pablo Picasso and Alexander Calder. Enter the sculpture park and learn about art in the vast library.

Villeneuve-d’Ascq is among the most prominent cities in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in the north of France. The 135-mile (220-kilometer) drive north from ParisOpens in a new window should take between 2 and 3 hours. Lille Airport is the nearest major transportation hub, at just 5 miles (8 kilometers) south of the city. The two cities are connected via the VAL metro line.

Sports, shopping and art are reason enough to visit the small town of Villeneuve-d’Ascq on the edge of Lille.

Where to stay in Villeneuve-d'Ascq

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Résidence

When in Résidence, you can plan a visit to Auchan Villeneuve d'Ascq V2 and Lille Metropole Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Résidence
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Hôtel-de-Ville

Discover Hôtel-de-Ville, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Hôtel-de-Ville include Auchan Villeneuve d'Ascq V2 and Pierre Mauroy Stadium, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Villeneuve d'Ascq Hotel de Ville Station.

Hôtel-de-Ville

Cité Scientifique

During your stop in Cité Scientifique, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at 4 Cantons Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Cité Scientifique
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Ascq

Travellers like the museums in Ascq, and The Open Air Museum, Villeneuve-d'Ascq is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ascq

Triolo

Even though there aren't top sights in Triolo, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Auchan Villeneuve d'Ascq V2. Jump on the metro at Triolo Station to see more of the city.

Triolo
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Cousinerie

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Cousinerie. You might want to make time for a stop at Lille Museum of Modern Art or QWEST Lille.

Cousinerie
The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
3 out of 5
161 Av. le Notre, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Nord
The price is AU$107 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$107
1 June - 2 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
Breakfast is really disappointing
"Breakfast is horrible Eggs are artificial, fruits are not that good, hot chocolate was not there in the coffee machine, cheese was sooooo satly. Breakfast is not worth 14 euros almost per person, per day. very disappointing. The rest, was OK (rooms are clean)"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
3 out of 5
Parc Haute Borne 6, avenue Halley, Villeneuve-d'Ascq
The price is AU$197 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$197
22 May - 23 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,524 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay at this property, nice breakfast buffet options. Fun property for the family ."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
B&B Hotel Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq Grand Stade
B&B Hotel Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq Grand Stade
3 out of 5
Quartier Hôtel de Ville, Rue du Vercors, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Nord
The price is AU$105 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$105
16 May - 17 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in ...
"Pros: Easy walk to the stadium, wonderful, welcoming staff and a nice bar that is open late with a very cute outdoor lounge area. Very relaxed, nice atmosphere throughout the hotel. Con: No air condition and all fans had been given out. We slept with our window open all night until it started to ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2024

B&B Hotel Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq Grand Stade
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
3 out of 5
161 Av. le Notre, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Nord
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
Breakfast is really disappointing
"Breakfast is horrible Eggs are artificial, fruits are not that good, hot chocolate was not there in the coffee machine, cheese was sooooo satly. Breakfast is not worth 14 euros almost per person, per day. very disappointing. The rest, was OK (rooms are clean)"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

The Originals Residence, Le Wax, Lille Est
Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
3 out of 5
Parc Haute Borne 6, avenue Halley, Villeneuve-d'Ascq
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,524 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay at this property, nice breakfast buffet options. Fun property for the family ."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

Cowool Lille Villeneuve D'Ascq - Ex Olivarius
Zenao Appart'hôtels Villeneuve d'Ascq
Zenao Appart'hôtels Villeneuve d'Ascq
210 All. des Mannequins, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Nord
Stay at this aparthotel in Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Zenith Arena Concert Hall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Logement un peu loin des transports, mais quasi neuf, propre et assez grand"

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Zenao Appart'hôtels Villeneuve d'Ascq
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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