Rouen City Centre
Rouen
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.
Place du Vieux-Marche
You can learn about the history of Rouen with a visit to Place du Vieux-Marche. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
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.
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.
Gros Horloge
Admire the opulent decorations of a Renaissance clock and enjoy a stroll along one of Rouen’s most historic and atmospheric streets.
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.
Things to do
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
Rouen: Discover Rouen with a licenced tour guide
Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Rouen
Top hotels in Rouen City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre
This is one of the nicest hotels I've stayed at when in France, goose down white quilts, fresh bed linens, fluffy soft pillows, and comfortable mattress allow a weary vacationer/traveler to get a good night's sleep. The staff is wonderful, food at the in-house Jeanne D'Arc Restaurant is very good ...
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Hotel Litteraire Gustave Flaubert, Signature Collection
Top location. Comfortable stay overall
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale
Spacious room. Super clean hotel. Very friendly, warm staff from welcome to check out.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars
Staff were exceptional
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars
Our stay here was very quick as we arrived so late due to planes being late. Mercure waited for us to check in! They were so helpful. In the morning we came down to an amazing breakfast! It was the best of our whole trip. The cheeses presented were delightful and not ordinary! The pastries were crisp ...
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Aparthotel Adagio Access Rouen Centre Cathédrale
Very nice and clean,close to city centre
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Check Rouen City Centre hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods around Rouen City Centre
Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise
Historic sites, bars, and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Quartier Saint-Marc - Croix de Pierre - Saint-Nicaise. Make a stop by Rue Eau de Robec or Aitre St. Maclou while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Quartier Vieux Marché-Cathédrale
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries are just a few things travelers 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
Gare-Jouvenet is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Tour Jeanne d'Arc and Hotel de Ville while you're in town.
Centre Ville Rive Gauche
Shopping, restaurants, and historic sites highlight some of the notable features of Centre Ville Rive Gauche. Make a stop by Saint Sever while you're exploring.
Quartier Grammont
While Quartier Grammont isn't home to many top sights, Saint Sever and Jardin des Plantes are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quartier Pasteur
River views, historic sites, and coffeehouses are some highlights of Quartier Pasteur. Make a stop by Kindarena or Flaubert Museum and the History of Medicine while you're exploring.
