Rouen City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rouen City Centre
Popular places to visit
Rouen Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this striking Gothic cathedral, which is home to towering spires, elaborate artwork and tombs of famous kings.
Tour Jeanne d'Arc
Discover centuries of Normandy history at the last surviving part of the 13th-century Rouen Castle, which held the trial of French activist Joan of Arc.
Gros Horloge
Admire the opulent decorations of a Renaissance clock and enjoy a stroll along one of Rouen’s most historic and atmospheric streets.
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Discover a vast collection of art from the 15th century to the present day, which covers everything from the Renaissance to impressionist and romanticist movements.
Saint-Ouen Church
Elaborate Gothic decorations, soaring towers, colorful stained-glass windows and a huge organ make this one of Rouen’s most impressive churches.
Rue Eau de Robec
In Rouen’s pleasant old town, stroll down a street that is bordered by a stream and lined with colorful houses with beautiful half-timbered façades.
Activities
Treetop adventure course in the heart of Rouen
Rouen: Discover Rouen with a licenced tour guide
Rouen Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Our pick of the best Rouen City Centre Hotel Deals
Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale
Very pleasant hotel in an excellent location at the heart of the historic centre, immediately adjacent to a fine range of shops, cafes, restaurants and heritage attractions; 15 minutes from the station
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre
The breakfast menu had a great variety and excellent produce. Staff were just the right amount of attentive, and very polite and friendly. Will be hoping to return
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars
Good communal areas, nice room , decent breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Litteraire Gustave Flaubert, Signature Collection
Our room was great and spacious. Comfortable bed, great shower. Very central and lovely staff. We didn't have breakfast as there are plenty of place nearby.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars
Very good location and nice staff
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Access Rouen Centre Cathédrale
We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. It is perfectly located in the city centre, only a 5-minute walk from the old town. The room was spacious, clean, and well equipped, and we really enjoyed the view of the river in Rouen from our window. The staff were very attentive, kind, and welcoming ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Rouen City Centre
Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise
Historical sites, bars and river views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise. Check out Rue Eau de Robec or Aitre St. Maclou while you're exploring the area.
Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale
Historical sites, museums and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale. Sights like Rue du Gros-Horloge and Gros Horloge are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rouen area at Palais de Justice Tram Station.
Gare-Jouvenet
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Gare-Jouvenet and you might want to plan a stop by Tour Jeanne d'Arc and Hotel de Ville while you're in the area.
Centre Ville Rive Gauche
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Centre Ville Rive Gauche. Make a stop by Saint Sever while you're exploring.
Quartier Grammont
Though Quartier Grammont may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Saint Sever and Jardin des Plantes.
Quartier Pasteur
River views, historical sites and coffee shops are just a few things travellers enjoy about Quartier Pasteur. Check out Kindarena or Flaubert Museum and the History of Medicine while you're exploring the area.
