Stroll through Les Jardins Suspendus
Upper City 2.5 hrs
Explore botanical gardens set in an old fort, offering stunning views over the city and sea.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Perret Reconstruction Area
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, small amounts
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Marmite Dieppoise
Tarte Tatin
Camembert
Cider
When to visit Le Havre
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan15
Cold, often wet
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Feb20
Chilly, damp
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Mar35
Cool, improving
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Apr50
Mild, some rain
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May70
Pleasant, blooming
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Jun85
Warm, sunny
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Jul90
Warmest, vibrant
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Aug88
Warm, pleasant
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Sept75
Mild, crisp
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Oct55
Cool, rainy
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Nov30
Cold, damp
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Dec25
Chilly, festive
Things to do in Le Havre
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Discover MuMa - Museum of Modern Art André Malraux
Near the Port 2 hrs
Explore an impressive collection of Impressionist and modern art, with large windows overlooking the port.
Relax at Le Havre Beach & Promenade
Waterfront 2 hrs
Enjoy the city beach, walk along the promenade, or watch ships enter the harbor.
Any time of day
4 places
Explore the Perret Reconstruction Area
City Center 3 hrs
Wander through the UNESCO-listed city center, a masterpiece of post-war modernist architecture.
Visit St. Joseph's Church
City Center 1.5 hrs
Admire the iconic concrete tower of this unique church, offering panoramic city views from inside.
See the Catène de Containers
Quai de Southampton 0.5 hrs
Marvel at this vibrant, colorful art installation made from stacked shipping containers near the docks.
Explore the Bassin du Commerce
City Center 1.5 hrs
Walk around the central basin, surrounded by historic buildings and modern urban life.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Le Havre
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Mont Saint-Michel Group Tour: A Shared Historical Journey
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Standard tour
Deauville & Honfleur: seaside getaway from Le Havre
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Unstructured tour
Versailles: Private transfer with pick-up in Le Havre
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Standard tour
Giverny: Private tour Claude Monet’s house and gardens & Rouen
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Standard tour
Etretat & Honfleur: 8-hour private excursion from Le Havre
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Unstructured tour
Private Shuttle Transfer Paris CDG Airport, Orly departure from Le Havre
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Standard tour
Mont-Saint-Michel: Private full-day tour from Le Havre
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Standard tour
From Le Havre or Honfleur: Private Round-Trip To Paris
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Le Havre
Straight-line distance from the centre of Le Havre.
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