expedia
Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Communication Center icon
Member discount illustration
Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in
Sign in
Learn about Expedia Rewards
Feedback

Historic walking tour of Saint-Lô capital of the ruins

By Normandy Chronicles
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,771 per adult
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Discover Saint-Lô, nicknamed the “Capital of the Ruins”, on a 2-hour guided tour. Starting from Notre-Dame Church, explore the traces left by the destruction of 1944 and immerse yourself in local history through the stories of the inhabitants. Follow in the footsteps of American liberators, including Major Thomas Howie, and understand the impact of the bombings of June 6-7, 1944 and the July 1944 liberation fighting on this Norman city. An accompanying guide will provide you with valuable information on the reconstruction of Saint-Lô after the war.

Stroll through the streets steeped in history of Saint-Lô

  • Discover the Church of Our Lady, symbol of the city
    – Learn more about the 1944 bombing and the life of the Holy Laws during the war
  • Enjoy an immersive tour with a local guide

Activity location

  • Église Notre-Dame de Saint-Lô
    • 2 Rue Carnot
    • 50000, Saint-Lô, Normandie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Église Notre-Dame de Saint-Lô
    • 2 Rue Carnot
    • 50000, Saint-Lô, Normandie, France

Check availability

Historic walking tour of Saint-Lô capital of the ruins
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • French
Language options: French
Price details
P 1,770.98 x 1 AdultP 1,770.98
Total
Price is P 1,770.98
Until Mon, Nov 3

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    2h guided tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accompanying guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Église Notre-Dame de Saint-Lô
  • 15m
You will discover the history of this emblematic monument of the city of Saint-Lô that keeps the stigma of the bombings and fighting of the summer of 1944, like a gaping scar in the middle of the city.
Promenade Des Remparts De Saint Lo
  • 30m
Your route will then take you through the city walls to have a clear view of the valley of the Dollée, the Vire and the Torteron valley. You will discover the daily life of the Saint-Lois during the war and the history of the first tragic events of June 6, 1944.
Porte de la Prison de Saint-Lô
  • 30m
In the heart of the rebuilt city, your journey will stop at the gate of the old prison, destroyed in June 1944. Today, it is a monument of the Resistance and one of the symbols of the destruction of the city. By visiting the Place du Général de Gaulle, you will discover the unfolding of the events of the summer of 1944, especially during the bombing of the city by the Allied air force. This stop will also be an opportunity to discuss the reconstruction work, in front of two monuments representative of this period: the belfry and the City Hall.
Place du Champ de Mars
  • 20m
Your stroll through the streets of Saint-Lô will take you to the Champ de Mars and Place Sainte-Croix, where the church of the same name is located. Your guide will discuss the liberation struggles of American soldiers, including Major Howie and his men, in July 1944.
Place du Major Howie
  • 20m
The tour of the city will end at the monument to Major Howie, who fell during the liberation of Saint-Lô, not far from the Irish hospital, erected just after the war, in order to restore to the Saint-Lois access to care, after the destruction of the city hospital, on the banks of the River Vire.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Église Notre-Dame de Saint-Lô
    • 2 Rue Carnot
    • 50000, Saint-Lô, Normandie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Église Notre-Dame de Saint-Lô
    • 2 Rue Carnot
    • 50000, Saint-Lô, Normandie, France

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Saint-Lô your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food, or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top Experiences in Saint-Lô

With so many things to do in Saint-Lô, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours, and activities in Saint-Lô. Families, couples, and business travelers can all find the perfect activity in Saint-Lô to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.