It’s one of the most-searched questions before a trip to Rouen: is there a free guided tour? The answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no. There are several ways to explore the city without spending much (or anything) but they’re not all equal, and the word “free” sometimes hides a catch worth knowing before…
Every July 14th, Rouen transforms: the banks of the Seine fill with families and curious visitors, café terraces overflow, and at exactly 11pm, the sky above the Presqu’île Rollet ignites. Rouen’s fireworks display is one of the most spectacular in Normandy : 20 minutes of pyrotechnics with the Seine as the backdrop. Here’s everything you…
Nine streets, lanes, and alleyways you shouldn’t miss for photos ranked in the order I recommend discovering them, from the Big Clock to spots few visitors find on their own. Big Clock street Rouen’s most photographed street, and for good reason: its golden Renaissance archway spans the pedestrian street, with the cathedral as a backdrop…
Visiting Rouen by car, van or bus? Good news: the city has an extensive parking network with nearly 10,000 spaces across 17 locations. The catch: on weekends, lots in the historic core fill up fast. This guide gives you the insider knowledge to park smart just like a local. Parking in Rouen: what you need to…
Looking for a one-of-a-kind bachelorette party idea for your best friend? Forget the same old formula. Rouen, Normandy’s history-rich and charming capital, offers a unique, authentic, and unforgettable setting to celebrate the bride-to-be and plan a bachelorette party she’ll never forget. Here are my top picks. 1-Private Guided Tour of the Medieval City Center Book…
Rouen is a magnificent city by day. But at night, it transforms entirely. Monuments come alive with light, medieval alleyways take on a mysterious atmosphere, and the cathedral becomes a spectacle all on its own. Rouen at Night: A City Transformed As darkness falls, Rouen reveals a radically different face. The pale stone of Notre-Dame…
Rouen is a city that rewards those who wander. From the golden face of the Gros-Horloge to the soaring Gothic spires of the Cathedral immortalised by Monet, from the half-timbered lanes of the old quarter to the Place du Vieux-Marché where Joan of Arc met her fate in 1431 — every corner of this Norman…
Are you planning a guided tour of Rouen and trying to decide between the different options available? A walking tour with a local guide is without a doubt the best way to immerse yourself in the history and soul of Normandy’s capital city. Here’s why. Rouen is a human-scaled city, rich in history and remarkable…
Imagine. It’s Friday night, and your girlfriend is looking at you with that knowing smile: “you promised something different this weekend.“Just 90 minutes from Paris, there are cobblestone alleys that Flaubert once wandered, chocolates that Monet would have absolutely devoured and a cathedral the whole world has heard of but one that you’re actually going…
The best pizza in Rouen: Acqua et farine, Crunchy Mellow, Italian Trattoria, Bisou, Papa Milano, Lolo & Zaza pizzeria.
