Bayeux Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

the story of this world famous tapestry is cleverly told and the tapestry itself well-displayed, so that adults and children alike can view it easily. Vividly unfolding the action packed scenes culminating in the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066.

an excellent introduction to the Battle of Normandy with a 25 minute video screened in French and English with well chosen exhibits including personal accounts, photos and wartime objects

the largest of the 18 Commonwealth military cemeteries containing nearly 5 thousand graves of British soldiers and 10 other countries. Across the road is a memorial to the 1807 Commonwealth soldiers whose remains were never found

opened in 2013 and splendidly presented with exceptional exhibits from Gallo-Roman archaeology to Renaissance paintings, 20th Century art and exquisite local lace and porcelain. Truly something for everyone

overlooking the bitterly contested Omaha Beach, the endless rows of crosses and Stars of David seem to be endless. There is a very good Visitor Centre, this is one of the largest American war cemeteries in Europe

with a well presented collection of restored WWll military equipment from both sides just up the hill from the American Cemetery

Located on the Arromanches clifftops dominating the remnants of the one of the two artificial Mulberry Harbours and screening archival footage of the Battle of Normandy

Lacemaking was brought to Bayeux in the seventeenth century. The industry has long gone, but in this medieval workshop the visitor can watch some of France's most celebrated lacemakers working with numerous bobbins and pins.

overlooking the beach and the remains of the Mulberry Harbour, at the heart of a vibrant, busy square lined with shops and cafés

spectacular Norman cathedral with several plaques and stained glass windows commemorating American and British sacrifices during both World Wars