Préfecture Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Congress Centre
Learn about the events happening in Congress Centre during your trip to Caen. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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.
Zenith de Caen
You can get tickets for a performance at Zenith de Caen during your trip to Caen. 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.
Activities
Private Normandy D-Day Omaha Beaches Top 6 Sights Trip from Paris
Private Normandy D-Day trip to Top 5 Sights from Caen or Bayeux
Caen: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Normandy: D-Day Beaches Private Tour from Caen or Bayeux
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen
e-Scavenger hunt Caen: Explore the city at your own pace
Our pick of the best Préfecture Hotel Deals
ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
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ibis Caen Porte d'Angleterre
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Campanile Caen Centre - Gare
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Grand Hôtel du Luxembourg & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
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.
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.
