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.
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.
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.
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.
Church of Saint-Maclou
After visiting Church of Saint-Maclou, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rouen. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Best Intro to Rouen in 2 hours with a Local
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Rouen
Rouen: Discover Rouen with a licenced tour guide
Top hotels in Rouen City Centre
Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale
Conforme aux attentes d’un hôtel mercure
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre
We had a beautiful room with the tower just off our balcony. The room and bathroom were bigger than we had expected. It was close enough to walk our luggage to the train station and also walk into the centre of town. A very nice stay.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars
Room was perfect for our 2 nights. Walk to major sights. Paid undercover parking. Breakfast was really good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel de Bourgtheroulde, Autograph Collection
Warm greeting, staff took our bags and led us to our room. Great breakfast buffet. Friendly and knowledgeable staff who gave great recommendations of sights, tours, bakeries, and shops. Amazing pool and sauna! And I love the bathtub in our room.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars
Great breakfast and chesse selection.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hotel Litteraire Gustave Flaubert, Signature Collection
Very good location, right in the historic centre in the 18 century building. Nice helpful stuff.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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 Palais de Justice and Rue du 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.
