Things to do in Rouen (2025): Top nearby activities,popular attractions,itinerary planning,weather,accommodation,food,transportation,and more - all you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com
小思文:“The Old Market Square is a small local market in Rouen. It is very comprehensive. You can see a wide variety of goods when you visit here. You need to exchange local currency in the market, and mobile payment is not very convenient.
[Scenery] There are many old buildings”
小思文:“The Big Clock Arch is in the core area of the old city. This arch is also a very delicate carved building. The clock on the arch can show the time. There are also ancient churches to appreciate. The environment here is also very perfect.
[Scenery] The surrounding scenery is very good
[Fun] Very interesting”
Please contact the attraction to confirm specific opening hours
噼里啪啦:“[Rouen] The old town is a good place. It hasn’t rained yet, the weather is not too cold, there are still people on the street, and it’s not Sunday yet, and the food is delicious. European travel reminder: all Sundays, no matter where you are It is a dead city. When arranging your itinerary, it is recommended to rest in the hotel all day on Sundays.”
小月亮弯弯:“Rouen Museum of Fine Arts - Monet's works + a French old lady who loves oil paintings and loves to copy but the composition is wrong. The art museums in small cities should not be underestimated, and the collections are quite rich.”
Where to Stay
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Guest User:“New Hotel. The Spa area is so small that you actually need to book it well in advance if you are planning to use it.. As most likely the slot which you would like is already taken. It's charged per hour...
Overnight parking is €19.
Very irritating is the shower in the bathroom as the water goes between too hot and too cold on its own pattern and you can't control it.. Typical for the buildings with the plumbing issues, or the water pressure..”
Guest User:“Great location on the river and a short walk to the town centre. Comfortable bed and good value for the price
Would stay again if visiting Rouen
Staff were friendly and helpful”
Guest User:“Stay was perfect. Lovely room with a comfortable bath. Staffs were friendly. Everything was clean. We had a comfortable and enjoyable stay.”
Kipa Yau:“Private parking is in high security. Location is near to La Halles where u can buy coffee n breads, n fruits. Its location is also near to the attractions.”
Guest User:“The receptionist was very welcoming and speaking multiple languages makes it even better. The service was too notch and the views from was spectacular I really enjoyed my stay. I give it an A1 in all”
Guest User:“Good room with friendly front desk staff very helpful and always smiling. Very convenient with walking distance to downtown and university. Room facilities good. Tasty pizza recommended by staff.”
Guest User:“Great hotel to stay in Rouen - easy to get from train station (15 min by foot or 5 min by tram).
Clean and tidy room, helpful staff.
Tasty breakfast - better to book in advance.”
stephaniesparkles:“Booked this hotel because of the convenience. It’s right in the middle of everything in a very walkable city. The hotel is right next to the train station. It houses a historique elevator dating from 1912. The room we stayed in was a suite and it was perfect. It even had a bathtub with lights and jets. Would definitely stay here again.”
TheForkUser:“Initial impressions were ok. Wasn't offered water as other tables were ...One starter was ok, though small. The other starter again was small and various components of the offering didn't work.Both mains didn't have a lot of flavour. One in particular was small. One of the mains were commented on and it was obvious the waiting staff didn't like the answer. Then the bill suddenly arrived without asking for it.The whole meal wasn't value for money. Sadly this wasn't a restaurant we would visit again nor recommend.”
TheForkUser:“This lovely restaurant is such a jewel! Friendly, cosy and family atmosphere, exquisitely attentive staff, great service and above all, delicious food! I would definitely eat here again.”
TheForkUser:“The staff gave you the feeling not being welcomed. No attention at all. After having placed the order we had to wait half an hour to get our drinks. Starter and main course served at the same time. Of course, there were nothing wrong with the oysters, the main course became cold and was tasteless. There are better alternatives in the city”
TheForkUser:“Great food, ambience and très Sympa service. The pasta, sauce, meat selection is brilliant giving flexibility of choice. The truffle sauce was perfect!”
TheForkUser:“Excellent food, really excellent staff etc. BUT. We booked a table for 18.30 on your site and guess what. ……. The restaurant doesn’t open until 19.30!!!!!!!”
TheForkUser:“This is our "go to" restaurant when we are in Rouen. We had not visited since before Covid so we were delighted to find that the quality of the dishes and attention to detail and presentation had been maintained. The staff are very welcoming and there is a pleasant interaction between customers and staff. A strong french influence to the dishes, often with a surprise twist. A great dining experience.”
TheForkUser:“Very good restaurants, central and with outside space. Food is good and portions are generous. I would have loved to see more "V-Vegetarian" symbols by the food that could be suitable for vegetarians (I am one and I ordered the goat cheese salad, that came with lots of ham ..)Beside that, great choice of wine, fast service and fair prices”
TheForkUser:“Turned up 5 minutes early to discover the restaurant hadn't opened. My fault as I didn't notice the opening times. Once inside, we couldn't have had a more enjoyable experience.”
TheForkUser:“Every two months, my mom, Colette, has an appointment for a consultation at the nearby clinic. We come from far away, and her pleasure, and ours, is to eat at the Bistro des Abattoirs. Excellent cuisine and, above all, exceptional welcome and service. Thank you 👍🤩”