Bayeux

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See a famous historic tapestry, discover D-Day beaches and explore gorgeous gardens in this beautifully preserved Norman town.

With its medieval architecture and compelling historical ties, Bayeux is a fascinating and pleasant place to spend a few days. Bayeux was the first town to be liberated after D-Day and is one of the few in the area to have survived World War II without significant damage. Tour its characterful old town, inspect the renowned Bayeux Tapestry and ponder the past at historic war sites.

The famous Bayeux Tapestry is housed at the Musée de la Tapisserie de Bayeux. Measuring 229 feet (69.7 meters) long and weighing 771.6 pounds (350 kilograms), this historic embroidered cloth depicts the events leading up to the Norman conquest of England in 1066. Legend has it the tapestry was sewn by William the Conqueror’s wife, Reine Mathilde.

Just a 30-minute drive from Bayeux are Juno Beach, Gold Beach and Omaha Beach, where the allied troops landed on D-day in June 1944. Learn about one of World War II’s key battles at the Musée Mémorial de la Bataille de Normandie, where military vehicles, weapons and uniforms are displayed. The nearby Bayeux War Cemetery includes 4,144 Commonwealth burials and 500 war graves of other nationalities, while the Journalists’ Memorial honors journalists killed in the line of duty since 1944.

Be sure to stop by the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Bayeux. The highlight of Bayeux’s old town, the cathedral was constructed in the 11th century but was rebuilt in the Gothic style after it was damaged by fire in 1160. Admire the intricate stained glass windows, the murals in the crypt and the neoclassical main altar.

Don’t miss the Jardin Botanique de Bayeux, a botanical garden spread over 6.4 acres (2.6 hectares). The garden still has many of the original specimens planted at its opening in 1864, including the famous weeping European beech tree that has been named a natural monument and a remarkable tree of France.

Bayeux is located on the western edge of Calvados in the Lower Normandy region. Reach Bayeux by flying into Caen Carpiquet Airport, a 30-minute drive away. Bayeux is a 3-hour drive or a 2.5-hour train ride from Paris. You can also take a ferry to the port at Ouistreham, a 45-minute drive from Bayeux.

Hotel Le Bayeux
Hotel Le Bayeux
3 out of 5
9 Rue Tardif, Bayeux, Calvados
$159 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$178 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bayeux. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable bed, loved that there was air conditioning."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Hotel Le Bayeux
Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre
Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre
3 out of 5
14-16 rue Saint Jean, Bayeux
$197 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$220 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bayeux. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (457 reviews)
"It was beautiful, welcoming, rich with history!!! Best breakfast - I highly recommend!! It was the perfect place to visit and stay in!!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre
Belle Normandy
Belle Normandy
4 out of 5
1 Rue des Cordeliers, Bayeux, Calvados
$276 nightly
The price is $309 total per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
$309 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bayeux. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"Do not hesitate to book at this hotel! Our family of 4 were quite comfortable in a suite with one large bed and two pull out beds for our teenage kids. The staff are excellent and very welcoming. It is quite clear that they take great pride in providing excellent customer service and ensuring that ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Belle Normandy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
NEW 2 bedroom apartment with parking Bayeux Normandie Plages du débarquement
NEW 2 bedroom apartment with parking Bayeux Normandie Plages du débarquement
Bayeux
Stay at this apartment in Bayeux. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Bayeux Botanical Garden and Baron Gerard Museum of ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Beautiful Property in Normandy
"My wife and I stayed for five nights in this beautiful property in Bayeux. The property was very accurately described - in fact, it was better than we expected. Geraldine was a gracious host and met us to check in and tour the apartment. It was immaculately decorated and well stocked in the kitchen ..."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

NEW 2 bedroom apartment with parking Bayeux Normandie Plages du débarquement
Apartment located in the heart of old Bayeux, 2 minutes from the Cathedral
Apartment located in the heart of old Bayeux, 2 minutes from the Cathedral
Bayeux
Stay at this apartment in Bayeux. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room jetted tubs, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Baron Gerard Museum of Art and History ...
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
Modern Renovation in Bayeux
"Best location we could have asked for. Apartment was modern, clean and both bedrooms well stocked. It was an unusually warm night and the apartment could have used two fans. Do not stay here if you have any disability as there are a lot of stairs to get up. Television pretty good. Large, well stocked ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Apartment located in the heart of old Bayeux, 2 minutes from the Cathedral
Séjours & Affaires Caen Le Clos Beaumois
Séjours & Affaires Caen Le Clos Beaumois
2 out of 5
24 rue du Clos Beaumois, Caen, Calvados
Stay at this aparthotel in Caen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (736 reviews)
"Everything you need, only thing missing is a hairdryer. Clean and comfortable, friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Séjours & Affaires Caen Le Clos Beaumois
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Reviews of Bayeux

4.8
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Quaint town. Lovely people. Great break from Paris.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The Normandy shore & mont st Michel excursions were excellent. Bayeux was centrally located to go to these places Town is quaint and the tapestry & cathedral were great Everything walkable

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent tourism sites, very educational, easy to access at low or reasonable cost to enjoy in one or two days

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great visit. All day tour on Normandy beaches was fantastic! Staff at hotel were great!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would highly recommend Bayeux to anyone in search of the Normandy D-Day experience. Wonderful food, beautiful scenery, and lots of fabulous tour companies to choose from.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Normandy is a lovely area of France. Having been in the south of France for a week it was a nice contrast.