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Caen Memorial museum
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Calvados

Caen Memorial museum

4.6
4.8/5
4 reviews

The founder of the Caen Memorial Museum is Jean-Marie Girault. Nearly three-quarters of the city of Caen, which was killed in the war of liberation in the summer of 1944, was destroyed and deserved to be compensated accordingly. The Caen memorial is like a dedication, but the focus is on the memorial's theme: reconciliation. This is the unique mission of the Caen Memorial, which will guide you through the different parts of the memorial, taking you back to the 20th century. This chapter in global history began with the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, and ended in part with the "fall of the Berlin Wall" on November 9, 1989.

Caen · 1.9 km from downtown
Honfleur

Honfleur

4.3
4.0/5
17 reviews

This is an old and beautiful fishing port in Normandy, with quaint and narrow streets, art galleries all over the city, vibrant piers, and red brick buildings reflected in the water. Pissarro …… they took pains to depict this peace and tranquility on canvas, attracting people from all over the world to stop and watch.

France · Honfleur
Omaha Beach Memorial

Omaha Beach Memorial

4.2

The Omaha Beach Memorial, located in Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Calvados, Normandy, France, is a war memorial dedicated to "commemorating the history of the Normandy Landings and preserving the memory of peace." With its recreated historical scenes, detailed historical materials, and solemn atmosphere, it has become a global landmark for commemorating the victims of the Normandy Landings and understanding the history of the war. It also embodies the cherishment of peace and reverence for history. The overall design of the memorial is centered around "historical narrative and emotional resonance." The main building adopts a simple and solemn style. The exterior is primarily gray stone with large expanses of glass curtain walls, which not only ensures natural light inside but also conveys a sense of solemnity through its calming tones. The actual view of Omaha Beach outside the memorial is an important extension of the memorial experience. The beach retains its natural sandy terrain, and some areas still bear remnants of the battle.

Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer · 1.4 km from downtown
Deauville Beach
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Pays d'Auge

Deauville Beach

4.2
4.6/5
22 reviews

Deauville Beach is very famous and always packed during the peak tourist season. Deauville Beach starts from the estuary in the east and stretches westward, making it a perfect spot for watching the sunset. The beach is dotted with red and blue parasols, which have become a signature sight of this beach.

Deauville · 1 km from downtown
Omaha Beach
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Calvados

Omaha Beach

4.2
4.5/5
14 reviews

Omaha Beach was one of the four main landing sites for the Allied forces during the Battle of Normandy in World War II. Located on the northern coast of France and facing the English Channel, this beach stretches 8 km, extending from Sainte-Honorine-des-Pertes in the east to Vierville-sur-Mer in the west, covering a total area of over 700,000 square meters. Omaha Beach may not be the most scenic, but it held significant strategic importance for the Allied forces. At the time, the battle was deadlocked; if the Allies could control this beach, the British landing forces to the east and the American landing forces to the west could successfully link up, consolidating the scattered beachheads across the Normandy front into a single, large battle line to suppress Nazi forces. It is no exaggeration to say that Omaha Beach was one of the most fiercely contested beaches during the Normandy landings. The Allied forces suffered heavy losses here, which is why this beach is also known as: Bloody Omaha.

Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer · 1.3 km from downtown
D-Day Museum
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Calvados

D-Day Museum

4.2
3.0/5
1 reviews

D-Day Museumis located by the seaside in Arromanches, where you can see many military artifacts and weapon models, as well as many precious WWII artifacts and audiovisual materials. Arromanches was once the port used by the Allied forces to launch the Normandy landings during WWII. The museum was built to commemorate the victory won by the Allied forces in the war, while also reminding people of the cruelty of war.

Arromanches-les-Bains · 166m from downtown
Overlord Museum
No. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Normandy

Overlord Museum

4.2

Overlord Museum is a military museum showcasing war scenes and artifacts from the Normandy landings, including military equipment, photos, and documents. It is a great place to learn about history.

Colleville-sur-Mer · 890m from downtown
Cerza Zoological Park
No. 5 of Family-friendly Attractions in Normandy

Cerza Zoological Park

4.2

Cerza Zoological Park is a nature park centered on wildlife conservation and ecological education. The park opened in 1986 and covers more than 60 hectares, with varied terrain that includes forests, grasslands, and wetlands, providing animals with living spaces that closely resemble their natural habitats. Cerza Zoological Park currently houses more than 120 species of animals from around the world, including giraffes, rhinoceroses, tigers, red pandas, and lemurs. The park is divided into several themed areas, and visitors can follow walking routes that span several kilometers or ride a small train to view the animals. Unlike traditional zoos, Cerza places greater emphasis on showcasing animals' natural behaviors and maintaining ecological balance. There are fewer cages, and most animals live in semi-open ecological enclosures, making visits feel closer to nature.

Hermival-les-Vaux · 2.6 km from downtown
Caen Castle

Caen Castle

4.1

Caen Castle was commissioned in the 11th century by William and expanded by his son, Henry I. Today, it is one of the famous tourist attractions in Caen. Caen Castle is situated on a round hill in the center of Caen and features many attractions worth visiting, such as Saint George's Church, the Exchequer, Musee de Normandie, the Museum of Fine Arts of Caen, and more.

Caen · 678m from downtown
Longues-sur-Mer battery

Longues-sur-Mer battery

4.1
4.0/5
1 reviews

Longues-sur-Mer battery is a World War II defensive installation located between Gold Beach, where British forces landed, andOmaha Beach, where American forces landed. It consists of four concrete bunkers, each housing a 152 mm gun. On D-Day, German forces fired from here at Allied ships at sea, but it was eventually captured by Allied landing forces.

Longues-sur-Mer · 812m from downtown

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Featured Day tours in Calvados

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4.9/5
· 152 reviews
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From Paris: Normandy D-Day beaches + American cemetery + Arromanches 1-day tour
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From Paris: Étretat Cliffs & Honfleur Port Full-Day Trip
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4.7/5
· 66 reviews
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Mont St Michel Full Day Tour with a National Guide from Bayeux
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4.8/5
· 327 reviews
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From Bayeux: American D-Day Sites in Normandy Half-Day Tour
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4.9/5
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Bayeux: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Guided Tour
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· 131 reviews
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Caen: Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum Ticket
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4.9/5
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Calvados Experience
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Pont-l'Évêque: Distillerie Père Magloire Entry with Tastings
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Normandy: Day Trip from Paris with D-Day Beach, Cemetery & Cider Tasting
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From Paris: Small-Group Mont St Michel Tour & Cider Tasting
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Calvados: the art of making Calvados Coquerel and Normindia Gin
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Deauville Beach

Deauville Beach

4.2
4.6/5
22 reviews
Deauville · 1 km from downtown
Plage du Butin

Plage du Butin

3.3
Honfleur · 1.3 km from downtown
Pont de Normandie

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3.3
5.0/5
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What travelers say about Calvados

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嗨你好麻30 October 2026
5.0
very exciting, so many weapons in ww2, I had only seen it in video games before.

Caen Memorial museum

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噼里啪啦7 November 2019
4.0
[Honfleur] A friend who went to school in Normandy recommended this place to me, and I found that it is really good. The season for traveling is very important. For a small town to have an atmosphere, there must be people outside. Therefore, winter is more suitable for staying at home. Of course Now, it’s suitable for southerners to stay in northerners’ homes.

Honfleur

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M32***231 August 2020
5.0
If you want to feel small and insignificant, Milford Sound is the place for you. As you drive halfway along the Milford Road, these mountain giants tower over you and everywhere you go, you’ll see something spectacular. If you’re really lucky and get to go there, you must also take a cruise. Rain, hail, or shine, this place will take your breath away.

Deauville Beach

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17 May 2014
5.0
Standing on the German fortress and looking up at the 7-kilometer-long beach, there is no cover for the U.S. military. It's the shooting game of "Normandy landing", machine guns shooting without pause, and then looking at the fallen creatures one after another. Now we are stepping on the beach under our feet, which was covered with metal barriers, barbed wire, and the German army expected the coalition to land at high tide. The sea covered the barriers, allowing the landing vessel to collide directly with the bottom of the damaged vessel and sink. The German Nazi army also placed six cannons on the point Du hor cliff between Utah Beach and Omaha Beach. On the hills on both sides of the four entrances to Omaha Beach, there were many unstoppable fortresses, guarded by heavy soldiers, and the muzzle of the gun was directed at the beach. It was conceivable how difficult it was to take down the beach.

Omaha Beach

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王海娃子23 June 2016
3.0
The museum restores the hardships and cruelty of the Battle of Normandy, so that future generations will always remember how hard-won victory was!

D-Day Museum

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还不曾去过倒悬山！22 February 2021
4.0
When the Atlantic Line was built, a lot of things were removed from the Chigwell Line. I don't think the preparations were sufficient. But the quality of German engineering was definitely good.

Longues-sur-Mer battery

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What are the must-do things in Calvados?

Don't miss these attractions in Calvados: Caen Memorial museum, Honfleur, and Omaha Beach Memorial. If you like Day tours, try From Paris: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Tour. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Calvados Experience.

You can give Calvados Experience and Pont-l'Évêque: Distillerie Père Magloire Entry with Tastings a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include From Paris: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Tour, Caen Memorial Museum - Ticket and D-Day Landings, and From Paris: Normandy D-Day beaches + American cemetery + Arromanches 1-day tour. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 11 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Calvados is around PHP 1,892.16 – PHP 18,590.93. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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