Things to Do in Caen

This visit to the Mémorial de Caen Museum will enlighten you on WW2, the most terrifying period of the twentieth century.

Retrace the footsteps of the Canadian troops who fought for the liberation of France on this small group day trip to Juno Beach and the D-Day sites of Normandy.

This tour is intended for a maximum of 3 passengers. This vintage car ride is available in French or English. Immerse yourself in the vintage world of the 70s. Discover the secrets of the Côte de Nacre from your local host during this guided tour in a 1976 Citroën Dyane convertible. The circuit runs from Ouistreham to Saint-Aubin-sur-mer and includes stops to discover the architectural splendors, monuments, places of tourist interest, and D-Day memorial sites on Sword beach. Back to the starting point. You will discover the secret places of the region, the history and its anecdotes, the good addresses, the good restaurants, but also the Medieval, Composite, Art Nouveau, Rococo and Anglo-Norman style architecture. During our tour, you will be able to admire some architectural nuggets and all the appeal of coastal heritage.

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Enjoy a day-pass to discover the Caen Mémorial museum and the Anglo-American Landing Beaches in Normandy.

Discover the historic heart of Caen on a captivating guided tour: iconic monuments, picturesque streets, and surprising anecdotes for an unforgettable 2-hour adventure!

Experience the highlight moments and sightseeings of June 6th 1944. During this full day, you will visit the following sites: Coastal battery of Longues-sur-Mer, Arromanches, US War Cemetery. Cultural experience with our certified guides, available in english, german and french, in a 7 seats van with A-C, bottles of water, maps and documentations.

Enjoy contemporary art at this award-winning cliff-side garden

Book now your ticket for the Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema and enjoy an immersive experience that will take you for a journey in the heart of the D-Day Landings in Normandy.

Learn about World War II with a visit to the Mémorial de Caen museum. Discover D-Day sites Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach and the Pointe du Hoc with a 5-hour small group guided tour led by an expert.

This private tour covers the main operations and objectives of the American troops on D-Day. It is the perfect tour for a first visit to the landing beaches. All our tours are conducted with professionalism and we have new and comfortable vehicles. Don't hesitate to inform us if a relative of yours was involved in the Normandy campaign and have special requests.

Feel like part of history inside a cinema that covers every angle

Explore Caen and its coastal region with this convenient city pass, enjoy entry to major attractions including the Memorial Museum, and Station Radar 44.

Reflect on WWII with this entrance ticket to the Caen Memorial Museum. Learn about the 20th century's major historical events. Optional web-app audio guide (only available with the entrance ticket).

Step aboard a Range Rover Classic and set off for a private full day tour to discover Normandy history and terroir. Throughout the day, you'll be guided by local Insider who knows the land, the stories, and the people behind them. You'll discover the most emblematic D-Day sites as well as lesser-known places and favourite local spots — the kind you won’t find in guidebooks. Because Normandy is also a lot about food and terroir, expect several food tasting stops at intimate local producers along the way. For lunch, you choose the vibe: a bistronomic meal, a chic picnic with a view, or a charming local restaurant . As this experience is just for you and your crew, the time is taken to understand your interests and expectations which shapes the day around what matters most to you.

Board a nuclear sub and visit a huge aquarium at France's favorite monument!

Uncover the origins of the Cold War, with Berlin at its heart, and reflect on the fragile peace of post-war Europe.

Discover the city's heart on our immersive walking tour experience. Explore iconic neighbourhoods, uncover hidden gems, and soak in rich history with a friendly resident as your guide.

Marked by engraved headstones, battle-scarred landscapes and the memories of the fast-disappearing 'Greatest Generation', we will pay tribute to those young men that gave their lives for our freedom. We need to ensure that their story is passed on from present to future generations !!! We will cover different topics : the preparation of Overlord operation, the assault of the first Allied waves, the construction of the artificial ports, the set up of the decoy plan called Fortitude under the control of General Patton, the daily life under the German occupation and the relationships between the liberators and the French civilians, the involvement of the French resistance, the construction of the Atlantic wall, the German positions, the war effort, the role of the women, the war correspondants, minorities like code talkers, postal and balloon barage battalions … All historical facts are documented with detailed military maps, archives and pictures from the Allied and German armies.

Learn about D-Day Landings and Normandy's battle tales

Discover Caen while playing a fun, family-friendly game on your phone, that you can start and pause whenever you want.

Spend a day comprehensively exploring the historical sites and stories of the D-Day landings with our expert local guide. You'll embark on a historical journey to visit key locations along the Normandy coast.

Private tours with audio guide and driver. we adapt to the needs, desires and rhythm of your group. The driver becomes your Norman guest if you stay at the hotel La Fontaine Caen Center. Departure 9h from Caen. Minimum 2 people

Live the Normandy Invasion at the Airborne Museum of Sainte-Mère-Eglise

Immerse yourself in Normandy's typical landscapes, superb historical and culinary heritage in a district called Pays d'Auge.

Explore key World War II sites on this day-long guided history tour. Visit the Memorial de Caen museum, enjoy lunch at Les Pommiers, and discover crucial D-Day sites such as Omaha Beach.

Thanks to the bike, we will combine two cities: a modern seaside resort and an authentic Augeron village. The visit will cover many themes to appropriate the atmospheres of the different districts. We will see the essentials while strolling away from the usual neighborhoods in order to discover places that you would certainly not have thought of!

Insights into WWII and the Battle of Normandy, plus French countryside views

Explore a medieval village, its famed abbey over the bay, and more. Hear or ask about Benedictines, the building of the abbey, conflicts, and other curiosities.

Discover Caen castle on a captivating guided tour: ramparts, medieval remains and secrets of history await you at the heart of this unique fortress! 1h30 guided tour!

Your visit is unique because of our wealth of knowledge about the fascinating history of Caen founded by William the Conqueror, and the untold stories we share.

Visit the Mémorial de Caen Museum and all the Normandy Landing sites

Go through an emotional day on this private tour. Learn deep knowledge about D-Day, the Battle of Normandy and all that history entails.

Explore Caen alongside a local guide! Let him show you all there is to know about the city, the iconic places and the history but also some nice places to eat during this private walking tour.

Explore the D-Day British and Canadian beaches with an expert guide on this immersive historical tour of Normandy. Delve into the pivotal events of World War II as you visit key sites where Allied forces made their courageous landings and pushed inland to liberate France. Embark on a poignant journey through history, paying tribute to the courage and sacrifice of the Allied soldiers who fought for freedom during the D-Day landings and the subsequent Normandy campaign. This tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to immerse yourself in the stories and landscapes of one of the most pivotal moments of World War II.

Book your entrance ticket to Airborne Museum and step back in time with a Histopad tablet !

Discover the charm of Caen from an insider’s perspective on a 1, 1.5, or 2-hour walking tour with a local, depending on the option chosen. Explore its landmarks, enjoy the vibrant culture, and learn about its rich history.

Step aboard a Range Rover Classic and set off for a private half day tour through the key D-Day sites — guided by a local Insider who knows the land, the stories, and the people behind them. Normandy is as much about powerful history as it is about living terroir. This half-day experience takes you along the essential landmarks of the Allied landings — like Omaha Beach and Arromanches — with just the right touch of flavour: a tasting stop featuring local oysters, cheese, or cider. As this ride is just for you and your crew, we take the time to understand your interests, so every stop makes sense — and every moment counts.

Retrace the footsteps of the Canadian troops on Juno Beach on this day trip from Paris. Find out how the events of the Battle of Normandy really played out.

Visit D-Day beaches on this guided tour from Paris to Normandy that includes lunch. Visit Omaha Beach, the Normandy American cemetery, and Juno beach or La Pointe du Hoc.

Come to visit Normandy D-Day battle sites and U.S landing beaches from Caen Travel in a small group (4/8 participants) aboard a comfortable and air conditioning Minivan Step back in time on a history tour, and learn about the events of June 6, 1944 See the impressive 100 feet hight cliffs and german bunkers overlooking the British channel at Point du Hoc Walk along the Bloody Beach (Omaha) Visit the Normandy American War Cemetery Discover the impressive collection of fighting armoured vehicles at Overlord Museum, Omaha beach

Book this 3-day excursion from Paris to Normandy Landing beaches, Mont Saint Michel and two castles in the Loire Valley.

Explore Caen alongside a local guide! Let him show you all there is to know about the city, the iconic places and the history but also some nice places to eat during this private walking tour.

Visit Normandy's highlights in two days with a Normandy born tour guide. You will be picked up at the location of your choice in Normandy (Bayeux or Caen Area). Treat yourself to the full overview of the 5 landing beaches that the Allies stormed on DDay and comprehend the scale of the largest amphibious operation in history. This 2-day tour includes transport and guided visits but excludes meals and hotel nights.

Book a 2-day guided tour to Normandy, Rouen, Honfleur and the Landing Beaches with departure from Paris. Discover Saint-Malo and Mont Saint-Michel.

Take a full-day tour to the site where on June 6th 1944, the Allies landed in Normandy. Visit the American Cemetery in Colleville and the ruins of the artificial harbor at Arromanches.

Explore the island of Mont-St-Michel, one of the most popular attractions in France with its medieval village and its stunning views on the largest bay in Europe. This historical site was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1979. The place is surrounded by vast sandbanks and becomes an island only when the tides are very high. Originally called Mont-Tombe, the island became known as Mont-Saint-Michel in the 8th century due to a vision of a bishop that built the first sanctuary in 708. After that, the site turned into a pilgrimage site and in 966 a Benedictine abbey was built. Later, the island had been fortified and resisted the wars in 14th and 15th centuries. Then the site became a state prison under the French revolution until Napoleon III decided to close it in 1863. You will learn about the architecture but also the legends of the site with an opportunity to eat one the three local dishes : soufflé omelet, lamb or mussles.

Get all the best information for your guided visit to the D-Day Landing Beaches in Normandy from Paris and book your tickets at official rates. Get informed, plan and book your tour around Paris.

Discover the history of D-Day on this guided tour. Visit the American Cemetery, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, Utah Beach, and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Immerse yourself in Normandy's typical landscapes, superb historical and culinary heritage in a district called Pays d'Auge. You will enjoy the colourful lanscapes of green and humid meadows where cows graze to produce the best Norman cream, butter and cheeses. In spring, the vast apple orchards must be seen when their flowers bloom and the countryside is dotted with half-timbered and thatched-roof houses and farms, and secret stud farms, often hidden by a curtain of trees raise their yearlings for horse-racings. The Pays d'Auge also has long sandy beaches and seaside resorts such as Deauville and Trouville, both founded in the 19th century, which developed as a result of the fashion for sea bathing under Napoleon III. It is also the place of worship dedicated to Saint Theresa of Lisieux which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.