Caen City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Caen City Centre
Popular places to visit
Church of St. Pierre
You can find out about the history of Caen when you stop by Church of St. Pierre. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Abbey of Saint-Etienne
Learn about the local history of Caen when you take a trip to Abbey of Saint-Etienne. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Normandy Museum
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.
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.
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.
Abbey of Sainte-Trinité
Learn about the local history of Caen with a stop at Abbey of Sainte-Trinité. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Caen Like a Local: Customized Guided Walking Tour
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen
e-Scavenger hunt Caen: Explore the city at your own pace
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
Private Tour to Saint Malo and Cancale with Oyster Tasting
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Other neighbourhoods around Caen City Centre
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.
Saint-Jean
Travellers like the monuments in Saint-Jean, and Saint-Jean Church is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Centre Ancien
Unique features of Centre Ancien include the beaches and historical sites. 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.
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.
Vaugueux
Though Vaugueux may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Normandy Museum and Caen Castle.