Préfecture
Caen
Visit Préfecture
Popular places to visit
Caen Memorial
You can browse the exhibits at Caen Memorial, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Caen. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Normandy Museum
You can study the exhibits at Normandy Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Caen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
University of Caen Normandy
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Caen Normandy during your travels in Caen. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Caen Castle
Learn about the local history of Caen when you spend time at Caen Castle. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Abbey of Saint-Etienne
Learn about the local history of Caen when you take a trip to Abbey of Saint-Etienne. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Church of St. Pierre
After visiting Church of St. Pierre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Caen. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map
Canadian DDAY Sites Full Day Tour from Bayeux
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
D-Day Normandy Canada Juno Beach and Canadian cemetery
Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen
Top hotels in Préfecture
ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
Belle Normandy
Great vibe, friendly helpful staff spacious rooms and bathrooms courtyard breakfadt and bar
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Le Bayeux
Very friendly staff. Convenient to stores, restaurants and Normandy tour pick ups. Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Le Lion d'Or et restaurant la Table du Lion
King bed, wonderful breakfast, an amazing little bar!! Will be back for sure
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
ibis Caen Porte d'Angleterre
Really nice stay here, breakfast was good. Would have been nice to have tea or coffee facilities in the room. Nice location.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hôtel Le St Patrice
The owner was so delightful and helpful. This is a great place to stay if exploring Bayeux and the Normandy beaches. The location is great, with many restaurants and shops nearby. It is an easy walk from the train station.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
Centre Ancien
Unique features of Centre Ancien include the beaches and historical sites. Make a stop by Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.
Quartier du château
Unique features of Quartier du château include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.
Théâtre
Well liked for its restaurants and historical sites, you might stop by Normandy Museum and Caen Castle while you're exploring Théâtre and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Le Bon Sauveur
Visitors to Le Bon Sauveur like its monuments and historical sites, and Abbey of Saint-Etienne is a sight worth a stop.
Caen City Centre
Monuments, beaches and museums are just a few things travellers enjoy about Caen City Centre. Check out Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.
Saint-Jean
Saint-Jean is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Caen area, you might plan a trip to Normandy Museum or Caen Castle.
