Rouen City Centre Travel Guide
Rouen
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Popular places to visit
Rouen Cathedral
Rouen Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Rouen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Tour Jeanne d'Arc
Learn about the local history of Rouen when you spend time at Tour Jeanne d'Arc. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Gros Horloge
You can learn about the history of Rouen when you stop by Gros Horloge. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Rue du Gros-Horloge
You can learn about the history of Rouen with a stop at Rue du Gros-Horloge. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Rue Saint-Romain
You can find out about the history of Rouen with a stop at Rue Saint-Romain. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Saint-Ouen Church
After visiting Saint-Ouen Church, 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.
Top hotels in Rouen City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre
"Great hotel centrally located, the best part of this property is it’s only 5 years old. In great shape, excellent AC and the room is very dark at night for comfortable sleeping. Has underground parking. We did not eat any meals however they looked busy. Hotel is clean and very modern. Short walk ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale
"It seemed impossible to find such a wonderful location, a lovely room, and the kind of breakfast that keeps you thinking about the next day!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
ibis Rouen Centre Champ de Mars
"Breakfast was really good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hôtel Mercure Rouen Centre Champ-de-Mars
"We stayed there with a family of 4 (2 college-age kids.) The kids slept on a sofa bed that pulled out to 2 twin beds. There was enough space in the room. We could walk to everything…especially the lovely pastry shops. We loved exploring the mid-evil streets, eating at Paul’s Brasserie, seeing the ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel de Bourgtheroulde, Autograph Collection
"Beautiful historical hotel right in the old town with plenty of restaurants etc to choose from. Staff especially valet extremely friendly and helpful without any hesitation. Would definitely recommend to others and if ever I pass this way again will stay with you."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Litteraire Gustave Flaubert, Signature Collection
"Great hotel and facilities right in the centre of the city"
Reviewed on 28 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 Gros Horloge and Musée des Beaux-Arts 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.
