Ville-Saint-Jacques is home to the Église Saint-Jacques, which has been listed as a historic monument since 17 June 1926.
Those considering Ville-Saint-Jacques as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture
The Confrérie de Saint Vincent de Ville-Saint-Jacques continues to uphold an old wine-growing and winemaking tradition. Its January festival includes the admission of the annual Bâtonnier in the morning and is open to everyone. In September, the Confrérie's annual calendar moves on from the grape harvest to winemaking.
Culinary delights
A municipal market with changing vendors takes place in Ville-Saint-Jacques every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They include caterers, a barbecue vendor, a cookie specialist and a beekeeper.
Nature
The “En basse vallée de l'Orvanne” hiking trail begins at the recommended car park by the church; this also serves as the recommended starting point and car park.
Mont Aiveu, a hill, is located in the vicinity of Ville-Saint-Jacques. Mont Ussy, also a hill, is located in the wider regional area. The same applies to Mont Aigu, another hill, and the Caverne des Brigands, a cave.
Geographical setting
The historic site of Pincevent is located in the immediate vicinity of Ville-Saint-Jacques. The surrounding area also features Château de Berville, a château, and Chateau de Bourron-Marlotte, also a château. The Palace of Fontainebleau, a palace, lies in the wider regional area.
Further destinations: Moissy-Cramayel, Les Chapelles-Bourbon, Thomery, Soignolles-en-Brie, Chartrettes, Amponville, Jutigny, Saint-Ouen-en-Brie
