Half-Day Trip to Honfleur from Bayeux

Bayeux, France

Come and discover the most typical and picturesque town in Normandy! From a military harbor during the Hundred Years' war, Honfleur became a commercial harbor under the king Louis the 14th. Visit the famous Sainte-Catherine church: the biggest church in France made entirely of wood with a separate bell tower. Visit the harbor and the cobbled streets. See the ancient typical Normandy houses and feel the spirit of a town that has inspired many famous painters.

Meet your guide in a central place in Bayeux in the afternoon. Take the Normandy road towards Honfleur. Once you have reached the destination, your guide will give you a detailed explanation about this charming town. After he has provided you with many information and interesting facts regarding this harbor place, you will have approximately 3 hours of free time to fully explore Honfleur. Stroll in the old streets and stop in some of the many art galleries to admire the creations of the local artists. Observe the ancient houses with their typical Normandy style.

In the Eugène Boudin Museum, admire the Claude Monet’s painting of Sainte Catherine’s bell tower and other beautiful masterpieces. Visit Ste Catherine church, entirely made of wood. This church was built at the end of the Hundred Years' War by ship builders so the roves of both naves are made with the same techniques used for boat building. Enter in the Garden of the Fame with its busts of local celebrities before walking along the famous beach where Monet painted the very first impressionist painting, “Sunrise Impression”. While walking, why not stopping and grabbing a snack or drink in one of the many restaurants and cafés that overlook the harbor. Try the local specialties and taste a savory crêpe with a glass of cider produced with Normandy apples. Maybe you'd prefer going to the local shops and bring back home a bottle of Calvados. There are also many museums or art galleries that are waiting to be explored!

At the end of the tour, your guide will drive you back to Bayeux.