Rennes (Things to do - Places to Visit) - RENNES Top Tourist Placesbr City in Francebr Rennes is the capital city of Brittany, northwest France. It's known for its medieval half-timbered houses and grand Rennes Cathedral. Parc du Thabor includes a rose garden and aviary. br br South of the Vilaine river, the Musée des Beaux-arts displays works by Botticelli, Rubens, and Picasso. The Champs Libres cultural center houses the Musée de Bretagne (Brittany Museum) and Espace des Sciences, featuring a planetarium.