Rouen City Centre Travel Guide

Rouen

A historic town square with half-timbered buildings, a church spire, and a sign for "Rue Eau de Robec."
A cobblestone street with outdoor seating at a restaurant named "La Walheim."
A historic European town with timber-framed buildings, a church spire, and a green car parked on the street.
A cobblestone street with historic buildings and an archway.
A detailed sun motif with Roman numerals on a blue background.

Stay near popular Rouen City Centre attractions

A historic cathedral with twin spires and intricate stonework.

Rouen Cathedral

9.4/10 (578 reviews)
Gaze in awe at this striking Gothic cathedral, which is home to towering spires, elaborate artwork and tombs of famous kings.
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Things to do

Rouen audioguidal stroll

Rouen audioguidal stroll

£8
per adult
Rouen audioguidal stroll
Rouen : Museum Immersive Viking Experience

Rouen : Museum Immersive Viking Experience

£14
per adult
Rouen : Museum Immersive Viking Experience
Rouen audio guided tour

Rouen audio-guided tour

£6
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Rouen audio-guided tour
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The Official 2-Hour English tour of the must-sees of Rouen

£39
per adult
The Official 2-Hour English tour of the must-sees of Rouen
Rouen Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

Rouen Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

£34
per adult
Rouen Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Best Intro to Rouen in 2 hours with a Local

Best Intro to Rouen in 2 hours with a Local

£54
per adult
Best Intro to Rouen in 2 hours with a Local
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Top hotels in Rouen City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre

4 out of 5
6-8 Rue du Donjon Rouen
The price is £126 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£126
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rouen. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (880 reviews)
"This rates as one of the best hotels we’ve stayed at. Located in the very center of the old city. Walking distance to everything. Secure onsite parking, spacious modern room and a very large enclosed shower. The double bed was wonderful- not two twins pushed together like so often the case. I would ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre
Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale

Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale

4 out of 5
7 rue Croix de Fer Rouen Seine-Maritime
The price is £102 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£102
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rouen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"We had a terrible arrival given we reserved with Expedia and it turns out the hotel did not have our contact information. Consequently they did not share the precious information about parking, they naturally share when booking directly with the hotel. We were a party of 6 with two rooms booked and ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale
Hotel de Bourgtheroulde, Autograph Collection

Hotel de Bourgtheroulde, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
15 Place de la Pucelle Rouen Seine-Maritime
The price is £185 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£185
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rouen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (900 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with outstanding service and great location. However, the lack of an elevator and a side entrance was a strong drawback for us."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel de Bourgtheroulde, Autograph Collection
ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars

ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars

3 out of 5
12 Avenue Aristide Briand Rouen Seine-Maritime
The price is £75 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£75
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rouen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Looking tired in common areas"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars
Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars

Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars

4 out of 5
12 bis Avenue Aristide Briand Rouen Seine-Maritime
The price is £87 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£87
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rouen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (664 reviews)
"Very convenient for one night on a journey further south."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars
Aparthotel Adagio Access Rouen Centre Cathédrale

Aparthotel Adagio Access Rouen Centre Cathédrale

3 out of 5
10 Quai de la Bourse RouenFrance Rouen
The price is £99 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£99
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rouen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (270 reviews)
"We loved it"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Access Rouen Centre Cathédrale
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Where to stay in Rouen City Centre

Find the best Rouen City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Rouen City Centre
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A detailed mural with a celestial theme, featuring a large golden 'A' and a scene with a chariot pulled by horses.

Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale

Historical sites, museums and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale. Sights like Gros Horloge and Musée des Beaux-Arts are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rouen area at Palais de Justice Tram Station.

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church tower, and a bridge.

Centre Ville Rive Gauche

Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Centre Ville Rive Gauche. Make a stop by Saint Sever while you're exploring.

A historic clock tower with intricate designs and a large clock face, set in an urban street with traditional architecture.
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Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise

Historical sites, bars and river views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise. Check out Rue Eau de Robec or Aitre St. Maclou while you're exploring the area.

Quartier Pasteur

River views, historical sites and coffee shops are just a few things travellers enjoy about Quartier Pasteur. Check out Flaubert Museum and the History of Medicine or Kindarena while you're exploring the area.

A cityscape with a prominent cathedral and surrounding buildings.

Gare-Jouvenet

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Gare-Jouvenet and you might want to plan a stop by Tour Jeanne d'Arc and Hotel de Ville while you're in the area.

Rouen City Centre Travel Guide

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