Centre Ancien Travel Guide
Caen





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Popular places to visit

Normandy Museum
You can study the exhibits at Normandy Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Caen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Caen Castle
Learn about the local history of Caen when you spend time at Caen Castle. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Church of St. Pierre
After visiting Church of St. Pierre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Caen. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Congress Centre
Learn about the events happening in Congress Centre during your trip to Caen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Caen Museum of Fine Arts
You can browse the exhibits at Caen Museum of Fine Arts, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Caen. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Salle de l'Echiquier
Find out about the history of Caen with a stop at Salle de l'Echiquier. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map

Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen

Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

e-Scavenger hunt Caen: Explore the city at your own pace

Caen: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Centre Ancien

ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique

Best Western Royal Hotel Caen
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Hôtel des Quatrans
Staff was very helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Hôtel La Fontaine Caen Centre

Mercure Caen Cote de Nacre Herouville Saint Clair
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean room with good shower. Parking included
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Belle Normandy
Great location for getting around town and for access to museums and the D-Day beaches. Note: the tapestry museum is closed Staff are very helpful
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centre Ancien

Quartier du château
Unique features of Quartier du château include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.

Préfecture
Travellers enjoy Préfecture for its beaches and churches. Consider checking out Congress Centre while you're in the area.

Théâtre
Well liked for its restaurants and historical sites, you might stop by Normandy Museum and Caen Castle while you're exploring Théâtre and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Caen City Centre
Monuments, beaches and museums are just a few things travellers enjoy about Caen City Centre. Check out Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.

Saint-Jean
Saint-Jean is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Caen area, you might plan a trip to Normandy Museum or Caen Castle.

Jardin des plantes
Travellers like the parks in Jardin des plantes, and Caen Botanical Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.
