Centre Ville Rive Gauche Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Centre Ville Rive Gauche
Popular places to visit
Rouen Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this striking Gothic cathedral, which is home to towering spires, elaborate artwork and tombs of famous kings.
Tour Jeanne d'Arc
Discover centuries of Normandy history at the last surviving part of the 13th-century Rouen Castle, which held the trial of French activist Joan of Arc.
Gros Horloge
Admire the opulent decorations of a Renaissance clock and enjoy a stroll along one of Rouen’s most historic and atmospheric streets.
Saint-Ouen Church
Elaborate Gothic decorations, soaring towers, colorful stained-glass windows and a huge organ make this one of Rouen’s most impressive churches.
Rue du Gros-Horloge
You can learn about the history of Rouen with a stop at Rue du Gros-Horloge. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Rue Eau de Robec
In Rouen’s pleasant old town, stroll down a street that is bordered by a stream and lined with colorful houses with beautiful half-timbered façades.
Activities
Best Intro to Rouen in 2 hours with a Local
Rouen: Discover Rouen with a licenced tour guide
Rouen Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
The Official 2-Hour English tour of the must-sees of Rouen
Our pick of the best Centre Ville Rive Gauche Hotel Deals
B&B HOTEL ROUEN Centre
"Room was small but functional. Bathroom tiny but again functional. Number was missing off the room door, and for some reason half of the electrica including room lighting was turned off early in the morning. It actually came on after I had finished my shower so at least then the light and extractor ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Terres de France - Appart'Hôtel Rouen Flaubert
"Appartement très correct. La Clim serait un plus : température minimum 24,7 degrés alors qu’il faisait 20/25 degrés à l’extérieur. Un kit (produit vaisselle une éponge et un torchon) serait appréciable (sinon prévenir les résidents qu’ils doivent les prévoir. ) Enfin une housse sur la couette serait ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
B&B HOTEL Rouen Centre Rive Gauche
"Dejeunè moyen"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
DOMITYS ROUEN LES MOSAIQUES
Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre
"Overall a good stay- I diligently look at reviews before booking hotels and so I feel it’s important to provide detailed reviews myself. As you probably know, 4 star hotels in Europe are not actually 4 stars. I already know that so I manage my expectations. The positives of this hotel for our four ..."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale
"Our room was fine. But not clean, especially under the bed - too much dust. It was obvious no one had bothered to clean it thoroughly. The AC want cooling at all - make sleeping at night difficult. The staff kept saying it is very hot outside with temperatures about 38°c. But a hotel is supposed ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Centre Ville Rive Gauche
- Rouen City Centre
- Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale
- Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise
- Gare-Jouvenet
- Quartier Pasteur
Rouen City Centre
Historical sites, museums and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Rouen City Centre. Sights like Rue Eau de Robec and Joan of Arc Historial are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rouen area at Palais de Justice Tram Station.
Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale
Historical sites, museums and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale. Sights like Rue du Gros-Horloge and Gros Horloge are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rouen area at Palais de Justice Tram Station.
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.
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.
Quartier Pasteur
River views, historical sites and coffee shops are just a few things travellers enjoy about Quartier Pasteur. Check out Kindarena or Flaubert Museum and the History of Medicine while you're exploring the area.
