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Hotels in Caen
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Centre Ville
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Service included, small extra for excellent service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · 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
Camembert Cheese
Calvados Brandy
Teurgoule Rice Pudding
Tarte Normande
When to visit Caen
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: June
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, often grey
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Feb35
Chilly, some sun
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Mar50
Cool, spring begins
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Apr65
Mild, blooming
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May75
Pleasant, fewer crowds
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Jun90
Warm, D-Day events
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Jul85
Warmest, busy
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Aug80
Warm, summer holidays
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Sept70
Mild, autumn colors
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Oct55
Cool, rainy risk
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Nov40
Chilly, grey
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Dec30
Cold, festive lights
Things to do in Caen
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
D-Day Landing Beaches Day Trip
Normandy Coast 8 hrs
Embark on a poignant day trip to the nearby D-Day landing beaches and associated sites.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Taste Calvados
Centre Ville 1.5 hrs
Savor the local apple brandy at a distillery or a local bar.
Explore the Port de Plaisance
Port 1.5 hrs
Enjoy a leisurely walk along the marina, lined with restaurants and cafes.
Any time of day
5 places
Mémorial de Caen
North Caen 4 hrs
Explore this powerful museum dedicated to peace, WWII, and the Battle of Normandy.
Château de Caen
Centre Ville 2 hrs
Wander through the impressive ducal castle, now home to museums and a botanical garden.
Abbaye aux Hommes
Centre Ville 1.5 hrs
Visit William the Conqueror's burial place, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture.
Vieux Caen (Old Caen)
Vaugueux 2 hrs
Stroll through the charming pedestrian streets of the historic district, admiring half-timbered houses.
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen
Centre Ville 2 hrs
Discover a rich collection of European paintings within the Château de Caen.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Caen
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
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Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen
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Private shuttle to Mont-Saint-Michel from Caen. 2pers.minimum
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Guided Tour in an Old Convertible Car on the Côte de Nacre
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D-Day private tour Juno Beach departing Caen with audio guide. 2Pers. minimum
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D-Day private tour Omaha + Utah Beach from Caen with audio guide
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D-Day private tour Omaha Beach from Caen with audio guide.
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Mémorial de Caen Museum Admission and Guided Tour of D-Day Sites
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Small Group Guided D-Day Tour and Mémorial de Caen Museum
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Caen
Straight-line distance from the centre of Caen.
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