Explore the Best of Bayeux

Do you love history and culture? France’s Normandy region is an amazing area to explore and it offers centuries of culture and history for travelers to enjoy during their visit. The historic city of Bayeux is the perfect city for travelers to base themselves on when visiting Normandy. However, Caen is also another city that is centrally located in the region. I spent over a month based in Bayeux. I was able to revisit many areas of the region that I experienced so many years ago when I was studying abroad and living in Caen. Bayeux is famous for the Bayeux Tapestry and gothic cathedral. However, there is much more to experience in Bayeux. I’m happy to share some of the top spots to visit when you come and explore this amazing city.

The Baron Gerard Museum of Art and History

Located near the Bayeux Cathedral is the Baron Gerard Museum of Art and History. I recommend the museum to be your first site to experience because the museum provides visitors with a solid background of Bayeux’s rich history. The museum is also located in the former 11th-century episcopal palace. The museum should take you about an hour to fully appreciate its collection; which allows you time to explore other parts of the town.

Prices: 7.50 euros per adult 5.00 euros for children and free for children under 10.

Opening Hours (Vary due to the pandemic) Year-round: 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Address: 37 rue du Bienvenu – 14400 Bayeux | email: [email protected]

Bayeux Cathedral

Bayeux Cathedral Photo by Sam Garza

Next to the museum is the famous Bayeux Cathedral, which is nearly 1,000 years old. In 1077 the cathedral was consecrated, eleven years after the Norman conquest of England. The consecration was done by the half-brother of William the Conqueror, Bishop Odo de Conteville. Entrance to the cathedral is free however you can join a guided tour Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. in English.

Tickets can be purchased at the tourist office www.bayeux-bessin-tourisme.com

The Bayeux Tapestry

Entrance to the museum. Photo by Sam Garza

One of Europe’s most famous historical artifacts is the Bayeux Tapestry. The tapestry is a masterpiece of Romanesque art. The tapestry measures 70 meters and 50 cm high. The tapestry depicts the successful conquest of England by William the Duke of Normandy in 1066. Some historians consider the tapestry a brilliant piece of propaganda, but it does give us insight into what transpired during this historic period.

Cost: 9.50 euros for adults 5.00 euros for schoolchildren and free for children under 10.

Address: 13 bis rue Nesmond – 14400 Bayeux

www.bayeuxmuseum.com

British Cemetery

Another site worth visiting is the British Cemetery which is just outside the old part of town. There are over 4,000 graves of soldiers and sailors from the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Poland in the cemetery who lost their lives during World War II during the Normandy landing.

World Traveles Today’s Video of Bayeux

Video created by Sam Garza with World Travelers Today


Lecornu Cider & Calvados

A great place to taste some cider and calvados is Lecornu. Lecornu offers several tasting options and you can also buy some of their products in the store. I went with Le Royal. Le Royal is a sample of 3 different aged calvados, 3, 6, and 12 years, and also 3 cider samples.


I hope this information is helpful and that you enjoy your stay in Bayeux. For more details on what to do in Bayeux, please watch the video above.

If you would like for me to custom-design your trip to Normandy, please contact me to learn more.

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