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 Futuroscope
Worth a
visit.
Location: Direct access by
road either from the A10, exit number 28, or from the N10 taking the
exit signposted Futuroscope (between Poitiers and Châtellerault).
General Info: 2009 Opening dates: from the 7th of February until the
3rd of January 2010 (except 16-20/11, 23-27/11, 30/11-04/12, 9-11/12 and
14-18/12/2009) from 10AM until nightfall. Prices for one day are
35€ per adult and 25€ per child (aged 5 to 16. New for 2009: A special
Senior rate applies from 60 years old at 32€. Daily evening show
is included in the 1 day entrance ticket. Tel: + 33 5 49 49 59 06 or refer to
their
website
for further info.
Description: The concept of the Futuroscope theme park has been
developed around the moving image. Over 2 million people a year
visit to enjoy 3D cinemas, virtual reality simulator rides and the
latest in communications technology. There are evening shows (with
only a few exceptions) on all days when the park is open.
Our recommendations: Entrance is rather expensive although if
you compare it, for example, to EuroDisney then it is quite reasonable.
So make sure you spend a day there to get maximum value for money!
For the children: Futuroscope is made for them, especially good
for the over 8s - they will have a great day out
here - allow plenty of time to see all the exhibitions
 and
get the best value for money. Alternatively, the whole complex is
vast incorporating many hotels so you can stay overnight or longer. Take
advantage of special packages as shown on the
website.
Not very interesting for toddlers though.
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Our favourite attractions in
the Charente / Vendee:
-
Aquarium at La Rochelle
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Aqualand theme park
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Atlantic Toboggan
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Château
des Enigmes
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Futuroscope
- Ile de Ré
-
Le Dune du Pilat
-
Le Marais Poitévin
-
Le Puy du Fou
-
Tepacap
-
Zoo de la Palmyre
If you're staying in the north of this region, consider a
trip to the
Loire
or
Brittany, if you're in the Gironde area then the
Dordogne
is within reach.
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