Préfecture Travel Guide
Caen
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Popular places to visit
Caen Memorial
You can browse the exhibits at Caen Memorial, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Caen. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
University of Caen Normandy
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Caen Normandy during your travels in Caen. Stroll along the waterfront 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 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen
Canadian DDAY Sites Full Day Tour from Bayeux
Escape Game Outdoor Theme Team Heist in Caen
Top hotels in Préfecture
ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
Mercure Caen Cote de Nacre Herouville Saint Clair
Comfortable rooms Very good restaurant Good location
Reviewed on 9 Apr 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
Hotel Le Bayeux
Service was excellent, location was ideal for the beaches and Caen, Bayeux is a beautiful place!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Château de Bellefontaine
Lovely grounds, room was really nice and clean. The staff were very receptive to our needs and the restaurant / breakfast were really good
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Grand Hôtel du Luxembourg & Spa
Very spacious bedroom
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
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.
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.
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.
Le Bon Sauveur
Visitors to Le Bon Sauveur like its monuments and historical sites, and Abbey of Saint-Etienne is a sight worth a stop.
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.
