Rouen and surroundings for a week

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A week-long exploration of Rouen and Normandy using the historic capital as your base. The first three days cover Rouen's medieval heart including the famous cathedral, Gothic churches, and excellent museums. Day trips take you to the dramatic chalk cliffs of Étretat, the atmospheric ruins of Jumièges Abbey, Monet's gardens at Giverny, and the family-friendly Clères Zoo. Key attractions include Rouen Cathedral, the Gros-Horloge, Place du Vieux-Marché with Joan of Arc Church, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Falaise d'Aval at Étretat. A balanced itinerary combining city exploration with excursions into the surrounding countryside.

Overview

A 7-day trip through Normandy visiting 37 attractions across 1 base cities: Rouen. Each day includes a complete plan with walking routes, entrance fees, and transport between cities. Total entrance fees from €103 per person. Accommodation, food, and transport costs are calculated in the full breakdown below.

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Day-by-Day Timeline — Rouen and surroundings for a week

Detailed breakdown of each day of your trip

Estimated cost: ~€8064/person

3-star hotel · all meals · public transport · all tickets

1

Rouen — Historic Rouen in One Day

Rouen Cathedral (Notre-Dame de Rouen)must-see·Gros-Horloge Streetmust-see·Saint-Maclou Churchmust-see

8 attractions7h 48minPublic

2

Rouen — Rouen Museums for Saturday

Saint-Maclou Churchmust-see·Aître Saint-Maclou·Palace of Justice

6 attractions7h 52minPublic

3

Rouen — Hidden gems of Rouen

Rouen Botanical Garden·Immersive Viking City·Flaubert Museum and Medical History Museum

4 attractions7h 38minPublic

4

Day trip — Étretat

Downstream Cliffmust-see·Étretat Beachmust-see·Amont Cliffmust-see

8 attractions14h 28minPublic

5

Day trip — Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville & Jumièges

Jumièges Abbeymust-see·Saint-Georges Abbey (Abbaye Saint-Georges de Boscherville)must-see·Almoner's Manor

3 attractions7h 35minPublic

6

Day trip — Vernon & Giverny

Claude Monet's House and Gardensmust-see·The Old Mill (Le Vieux Moulin)must-see·Museum of Impressionism

8 attractions10h 32minPublic

7

Day trip — Clères

Parc de Clères (Animal and Botanical Park)must-see

1 attractions5h 4minPublic

Frequently Asked Questions About Rouen and surroundings for a week

How many days is the Rouen and surroundings for a week itinerary?

The Rouen and surroundings for a week itinerary spans 7 days across 1 base cities: Rouen, and 6 surrounding towns. Each day includes a detailed schedule with attractions, transport, and suggested breaks.

How much does the Rouen and surroundings for a week trip cost?

The estimated cost for Rouen and surroundings for a week depends on your travel style. The trip visits 7 cities over 7 days. See the detailed cost breakdown on this page for accommodation, food, transport, and entrance fees.

How do I travel between cities on this itinerary?

You can travel between cities by public transit. Each day's plan includes transport details with estimated travel times and distances between stops.

Which cities does the Rouen and surroundings for a week itinerary visit?

The Rouen and surroundings for a week itinerary visits Rouen and 6 surrounding towns including Clères, Étretat, Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville. Each city has its own day plan with curated attractions and a timed walking route.

How many attractions are included in Rouen and surroundings for a week?

Rouen and surroundings for a week includes 37 attractions across 7 cities over 7 days. Each attraction has estimated visit duration and entrance fee information.