Caen City Centre Travel Guide

Caen

A cathedral with a tall spire, surrounded by buildings and a green park.
A historic stone castle with a prominent round tower, situated on a grassy hill with sparse vegetation.
A historic stone building with intricate carvings and a large arched structure.
A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and detailed stonework.
A historic courtyard with a stone wall, a small building with a red door, and a church spire in the background.

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A historic stone fortress with a red flag, a grassy hill, and a clear blue sky.

Normandy Museum

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

Caen Memorial Ticket/Pass Exploration Museum

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

Rp548.820
per adult
Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map
Caen: Memorial Museum Entrance Ticket

Caen: Memorial Museum Entry Ticket & Optional Audio App

Rp422.794
per adult
Caen: Memorial Museum Entry Ticket & Optional Audio App
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

Rp1.097.639
per adult
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen
Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen

Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen

Rp2.235.932
per adult
Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen
Best Intro to Caen in 2 hours with a Local

Best Intro to Caen in 2 hours with a Local

Rp1.632.277
per adult
Best Intro to Caen in 2 hours with a Local
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

Rp2.032.666
per adult
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
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Where to stay in Caen City Centre

Find the best Caen City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Caen City Centre
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A waterfront cityscape with a calm river reflecting buildings and cars.

Port of Caen

Restaurants, shopping and beaches highlight some of the notable features of Port of Caen. Make a stop by Port de plaisance de Caen while you're exploring.

A historic stone building with intricate carvings and a large arched structure.

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.

A historic stone building with a red door, a large tree, and a church spire in the background.

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.

A street with a monument, flags, and a hotel.

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.

A race track with a grandstand and trees in the background.

La Prairie

Travellers like the theatres in La Prairie, and Zenith de Caen is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Caen City Centre Travel Guide