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A 42-m Ferris wheel next to the tourist office.
Bunker built during the German occupation 1941-45 and now a fascinating museum of that period.
Housed in the 18th century Fleuriau Hotel, this depicts La Rochelle's relationship with the Americas, especially Maritime Canada and the French Caribbean.
Land-side maritime museum plus eight 20th century ships moored in the Bassin des Chalutiers. Jan-March the ships can only be seen by guided tour.
Grand collection of mechanical toys and scale models.
You need two hours to see all the multiple habitats and 82 aquariums. Ample signage in English, you don't need to pay extra for the audioguide.
Old-style museum with stuffed animals from many lands. Several rooms are closed for renovation hence the reduced admission fee.