Caen Attractions, Restaurants & Shops
Use our Caen sightseeing and attractions listings to help you make the most of your visit to Caen, or browse by location using the map of attractions in Caen.
Place de la Chateau, , Calvados 14000
Dating back to the 11th century, Caen Castle was begun by William the Conqueror and is one of the most imposing buildings in the city. The castle has a series of exhibitions open to the public.
Rue des Martyrs, , Calvados 14000
A fine gothic church dating back to the 14th century. The church has a magnificent nave and a ornate lantern-tower.
5 Place Blot, , Calvados 14000
The botanical gardens are a haven in Caen and a perfect place to relax. The gardens have a vast array of Normandy flora, herbs, rockeries and exotic greenhouses.
Place de la Reine-Mathilde, , Calvados 14035
Tel 33 (0)2 31 06 98 98
Founded by Matilda of Flanders in the 11th century, the abbey is situated at the opposite end of the city to the Abbaye aux Hommes (Abbey for Men).
Esplanade Jean-Marie-Louvel, , Calvados 14035
Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, this abbey is one of two in Caen, the other being Abbaye aux Dames (Abbey for Women), founded by William's wife Matilda. Part of the abbey is St. Étienne Church, which houses William's tomb.
Esplanade Dwight-D Eisenhower, , Calvados 14050
Le Mémorial de Caen is a modern museum dedicated to the history of the 20th Century. Visitors are invited to take a journey through history and consider the planet's future in galleries dedicated to the Second World War, the Cold War and the Worlds for Peace.
Château, , Calvados 14000
Tel 33 (0)2.31.30.47.60
The Normandy Museum is located in the oldest part of Caen and details the history of Normandy through the ages with the help of various artefacts, documents and pictures.
52 Rue Saint-Pierre, , Calvados 1400
Tel 33 (0)2 31 50 12 20
The Post Office and Communications Museum is situated within a half timbered building dating back to the 15th century. The museum tells you all about the history of communication from the postal service and telegraph to the telephone.
Le Château, , Calvados 14000
The Museum of Fine Art in Caen has one of the finest collections of 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th century paintings in France. Artists such as Monet, Lebourg and Boudin are portrayed here.
13, chemin Haussé, , Calvados 14930
Tel 33 (0)2 31 71 10 20
An ancient Roman archaeology site featuring a museum and active dig. The museum has a collection of artefacts ranging from Roman times through to the Middle Ages where the emphasis is to touch and hold the pieces.
