Préfecture
Caen
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Popular places to visit
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.
Congress Centre
Learn about the events happening in Congress Centre during your trip to Caen. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Zenith de Caen
You can get tickets for a performance at Zenith de Caen during your trip to Caen. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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.
Caen Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Caen Exhibition Centre during your trip to Caen. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
e-Scavenger hunt Caen: Explore the city at your own pace
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
Escape Game Outdoor The Walking Dead in Caen
Top hotels in Préfecture
ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
Excellent location and value for money. Surprisingly good breakfast considering it was free.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
ibis Caen Porte d'Angleterre
Clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
Great English-speaking staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Make sure if parking a car move it EVERYDAY and have ticket validated at reception.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Kyriad Prestige Residence & Spa Cabourg - Dives-sur-Mer
On a séjourné le week-end de la Toussaint avec Ma Femme. L’accueil excellent à l’écoute de nos attentes, la propreté de l’hôtel, le spa, la piscine et l’emplacement de l’hôtel tout était vraiment parfait. Je recommande cet hôtel.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Cabourg
The location was great and the access to the beach excellent.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Campanile Caen Centre - Gare
Staff was nice
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
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.
Vaugueux
Though Vaugueux may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Normandy Museum and Caen Castle.
