Préfecture Travel Guide
Caen
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Popular places to visit
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.
Congress Centre
Learn about the events happening in Congress Centre during your trip to Caen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Caen Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Caen Exhibition Centre during your trip to 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
Canadian DDAY Sites Full Day Tour from Bayeux
Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen
Caen: Private Walking Tour with a Local
e-Scavenger hunt Caen: Explore the city at your own pace
Top hotels in Préfecture
ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
Excellent location and value for money. Surprisingly good breakfast considering it was free.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
Comfortable beds and clean rooms. Beautiful breakfast and friendly staff
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
ibis Caen Porte d'Angleterre
Clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Sure Hotel by Best Western Caen Mémorial
Staff were very welcoming and approachable. Room was good and had a great bathroom walk in shower
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Cabourg
Really beautiful hotel with very good breakfast and comfortable rooms. We had a Christmas dinner which was the best we’ve ever had.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Mercure Caen Centre Port de Plaisance
Lovely hotel convenient for the centre of Caen, restuarants and transport links. Staff were really friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was excellent. Our room was lovely and comfortable. Minor issue - the ambient lighting in the room was great but we could have done with some brighter lighting ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
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.
Jardin des plantes
Travellers like the parks in Jardin des plantes, and Caen Botanical Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.
