Rouen Old Town Self Guided Walking Tour with an App
- 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step into the heart of Normandy and walk through 1,000 years of dramatic history on this self-guided audio tour of Rouen. From Viking conquest to Joan of Arc's tragic final days, you'll explore medieval streets, Gothic masterpieces, and hidden corners where history comes alive. Visit the stunning Rouen Cathedral that obsessed Monet, stand where Joan of Arc faced her trial, and discover the last tower of a Viking fortress. Wander cobblestone lanes lined with half-timbered houses, explore unique museums like the Museum of Wrought Ironwork, and uncover stories of resistance, resilience, and reinvention. Perfect for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and curious travelers, this walking tour reveals Rouen's layered past—from Norman power to wartime survival—at your own pace. Download, press play, and let the city's secrets unfold step by step.
Inclusions
What's included
- Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
- Audio Guide
- Access to the Explore Rouen Old Town Self Guided Walking Tour on our App
- 25+ narration points of popular locations in Rouen
- Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
Itinerary
Aître Saint-Maclou Step into Rouen's haunting Black Death ossuary at Aître Saint-Maclou. See medieval bone carvings and danse macabre art in this 14th-century plague cemetery turned museum.
Église Saint-Maclou Marvel at Flamboyant Gothic architecture at Église Saint-Maclou. This 15th-century church features intricate stone portals, stunning stained glass, and an 83-meter spire.
Rue St-Romain Stroll historic Rue Saint-Romain, named after Rouen's patron saint. Browse charming boutiques and cafés along this medieval street connecting centuries of Norman heritage.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen Stand before France's tallest cathedral spire at 151 meters. See the Gothic masterpiece Monet painted 30 times, featuring three towers and stunning Flamboyant architecture.
Rue du Gros-Horloge Walk Rouen's liveliest medieval street beneath half-timbered houses. This historic thoroughfare connects the cathedral to the famous Gros-Horloge astronomical clock tower.
Place Dominique Laboubée Discover street art meets medieval Rouen in this charming square. See Jef Aérosol's tribute mural and floating umbrellas amid ancient half-timbered walls.
Parlement de Normandie Admire Flamboyant Gothic architecture at the 1499 Palais de Justice. This former parliament building features intricate stonework and houses La Maison Sublime, France's oldest Jewish monument.
Rue Jeanne d'Arc Walk the wide boulevard that cuts through Rouen's religious war history. This modern street marks where Protestant-Catholic conflicts transformed the medieval city forever.
Rue aux Ours Trace Rouen's evolution from Louis XIV's reign through the French Revolution. This historic street witnessed the city's transformation from royal power to revolutionary terror.
Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde See Renaissance splendor at the 15th-century Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde. This mansion features the Aumale Gallery sculpture and survived WWII bombing to become a luxury hotel.
Place du Vieux-Marché Stand where Joan of Arc was executed in 1431. This historic market square blends medieval tragedy with modern life, cafés, and daily markets in Rouen's heart.
Église Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc Visit the striking modern church honoring Joan of Arc. See 16th-century rescued stained glass inside this 1979 "Overturned Boat" design marking her execution site.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The tour begins in front of Sole Mio Pizzeria.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Trippy Tour Guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Rouen
- Its from-price is 92% below the median of the 40 experiences we list in Rouen.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Rouen
Rouen is the historic capital of Normandy on the Seine, a city of half-timbered streets, a great Gothic cathedral and the memory of Joan of Arc.
Rouen stands on a bend of the Seine, and its streets hold many half-timbered houses leaning over cobbled lanes. The Gothic cathedral, with its lacy west front, was painted by Claude Monet in a long series of canvases, each in a different light. The Gros-Horloge, a Renaissance arch carrying a big astronomical clock, spans the main street.
Top-ranked sights in Rouen: Joan of Arc Historial (Historial Jeanne d’Arc), Rouen Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des Beaux-Arts).
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