Rouen City Centre Travel Guide
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.
Place du Vieux-Marche
You can learn about the history of Rouen with a stop at Place du Vieux-Marche. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Gros Horloge
Admire the opulent decorations of a Renaissance clock and enjoy a stroll along one of Rouen’s most historic and atmospheric streets.
Musee des Beaux-Arts
Discover a vast collection of art from the 15th century to the present day, which covers everything from the Renaissance to impressionist and romanticist movements.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Rouen City Centre
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 Saint-Ouen Church while you're exploring the area.
Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale
Historical sites, museums and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale. Sights like Palais de Justice and Rue du Gros-Horloge are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rouen area at Palais de Justice Tram Station.
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.
Centre Ville Rive Gauche
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Centre Ville Rive Gauche. Make a stop by Saint Sever while you're exploring.
Quartier Grammont
Though Quartier Grammont may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Saint Sever and Rouen Cathedral.
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.
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