Explore beyond the D-Day beaches and the Bayeux Tapestry and get to know Bayeux city better on a two-hour tour in English. This walking tour focuses on local history, so is a must for history enthusiasts. Check out the beautiful medieval architecture, including the cathedral, and listen to your guide’s stories from Bayeux’s long and colorful past.

This tour operates between March and September only
Wear comfortable shoes as this is a walking tour
See parts of Bayeux that many travelers overlook
Doesn’t include museums or inside the cathedral

What's Included

Walking guided group tour of Historic Bayeux exclusively in English
An interactive and fun way to discover our lovely medieval town with a knowledgeable guide
A comprehensive rich commentary illustrated by a large selection of photos of old times

Please bear in mind that recording or taping the guide is not permitted.
This tour doesn't include any museums or the inside of the cathedral

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

1 Rue Saint-Jean
1 Rue Saint-Jean, 14400 Bayeux, France
RDV: Tourist Office. Please arrive a few minutes before. Guides wear a green hat or scarf. NB: our tour is guaranteed with 2 adults. If your booking is for 1 and you are the only client on the tour, you will be offered to pay for another adult, for the 2h tour OR the tour will be reduced to 1h.

Start time

09:30 AM

End point

Au Comptoir des Saveurs
45 Rue Saint-Martin, 14400 Bayeux, France
The tour conveniently ends in the heart of Bayeux near museums (Tapestry, Art & History, Lace) and the cathedral. Listed on this page is only a few of the many stops included in this tour.

What To Expect

L’Office de tourisme de Bayeux Intercom

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue des Teinturiers

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Allée des Augustines

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arbre de la Liberté

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedrale Notre-Dame

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue L L le Forestier

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place Charles de Gaulle

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
The many standing stops might become tiring for back sufferers or pregnant ladies: we recommend you bring a foldable stool. We will also use public benches wherever possible.
Be mindful that there are no "nature call" stops during this 2 hour tour, therefore it is recommended to plan ahead.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.0

89 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

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Fun tour to get some steps in

DJ_B, Sep 2023

What a entertaining and informative tour. We had a great time and enjoyed the group we were with. Would highly recommend to friends.

Lovely surprise

Gwynedd_S, Sep 2023

Lively expression of Christelle ( hope I got that right) wonderful history & commentary. I saw this tour because we could not book tour to St San Michele, no worries this was great Bayeux is lovely

Very good tour to get background on Bayeux

joseph_s, Sep 2023

Very good tour. Knowledgeable guide that provided a good history of Bayeux and the buildings that we went to.

Our guide was brilliant....

Barbara_N, Sep 2023

Our guide was brilliant. Entertaining and very informative and knowledgeable. Enjoyed it so much! She told us interesting things about Bayeux we had never known better. Thank-you Cristelle

Really got a sense of the...

Pamela_B, Sep 2023

Really got a sense of the variety of people who made up the history of Bayeux- Celtic, Romans, Vikings, Normans; very interesting!

A great experience!

Benlep, Sep 2023

The highlight of the tour, Christele our tour guide. Christele's professionalism, vast knowledge combined with a great sense of humour made the tour fun and very interesting. Bayeux is a place steeped in history and lots to see in this 2 hour tour. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Bayeux. Thank you Christele and the team at Viator. Reuben Ealing)

Bayeux Sites

Darla_C, Aug 2023

Really enjoyed this tour Would recommend to anyone who wants to learn about the history of Bayeux Also, great way to get oriented

Best Tour in Normandy!

Ronald_P, Aug 2023

Excellent! The best of numerous tours taken on a trip through Normandy. The guide was very knowledgeable and expert at communicating that knowledge. Highly recommended!

Interesting and informative tour.

David_R, Aug 2023

The whole tour was very informative and well paced. Marie-Noelle was very knowledgeable and spoke very good English. The tour took us to parts that we would not necessarily have visited. Would recommend to anyone visiting.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thanks so much !! this tour was also a great pleasure for me.. Remember : "Très Bien"....

Historical Bayeux

Gabrielle_J, Jul 2023

Marie-Noelle is very nice and is knowledgeable on the history of Bayeux. She speaks excellent English so no worries if you do not speak French. Would definitely recommend spending the morning with her!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

So nice about my english... I was very happy to tour with you.

Must do upon arrival in Bayeux!

Sara_U, Jul 2023

Christele provided the perfect introduction to Bayeux, and I highly recommend booking this tour. Most guidebooks overlook Bayeux and neglect its history. Christele guides you through it effortlessly, pointing out the passing of time through architecture, landmarks, and stories that make Bayeux come alive. She also provides tips to maximize your experience. I found this your most helpful to better appreciate both the Tapestry and the Cathedral before visiting. Christele is engaging, witty, and incredibly helpful to better appreciate the beauty of Bayeux.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you so much for your detailed review. Indeed we endeavour to point out the numerous activities Bayeux has to offer, such as our museums and of course our beautiful cathedral, among many others. I truly appreciate your very sincere review. PS: I love the "witty" to describe the way I provide my commentary :-)

The Tour guide was great....

MELISSA_L, Jun 2023

The Tour guide was great. Very informative. Bayeux is a lovely city. We want to travel back here again.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for sharing your impression of our tour. I am delighted you are considering returning to Bayeux, there is so much to do and see! We appreciate your review, we are glad you enjoyed the tour.

We cannot recommend this tour enough!!!! We are experienced travellers, and Christele's tour is at the very top! Book!

Kim_W, Jun 2023

Christele brought such enthusiasm to her subject matter. She brought history alive for us. I left feeling so informed.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

I so love the title of your review! One can feel your true appreciation for our tour. You have no idea how your review and others make our - already fabulous - job, a delight. Thank you so much for this lovely review.

Do this tour

Carmela_I, May 2023

Absolutely do this tour! Christelle provided us with an educational, fun filled, morning in Bayeux. Bayeux has an extensive history and in our opinion requires a guide in order to appreciate the town. The tour was exceptional and while there is quite a bit of walking (2 hours), it is not strenuous and can be done by most people. A great morning!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

I absolutely adore your title! Subtle! :-) Thank you for recommending the services of a city tour guide, as they are indeed able to show you many details otherwise overlooked. But also thank you for pointing out that, though two hours long, our walk is not too strenuous. It is important to share this type of details with other travellers. We truly appreciate your review.

Well worth it

ap630, May 2023

Great 2 hours walking around Bayeux. Very informative and Christel was lovely, a wealth of local history and knowledge

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for sharing your impression of our tour. We are indeed eager to entertain while sharing our knowledge of beautiful Bayeux. Wishing you our best.

Great tour!

Peter_C, Apr 2023

My family and I truly enjoyed this tour. Christelle is fabulous ! Her knowledge of the history of Bayeux and Normandy is impressive and her friendly and fun approach made this tour even more interesting and engaging. We learnt a lot about this beautiful town and we enjoyed every minute of this tour! Merçi Christelle!

Response from Host, May 2023

It's my turn to thank you for your lovely review. It's such a pleasure to comment the history and architecture of our beautiful town. I'm really glad you and your family enjoyed the tour. :-)

Excellent tour

Jodie_R, Sep 2022

Our guide was an excellent communicator, fun and knowledgeable. She has a passion for Bayeux and it’s history and she did an excellent job of sharing this. I recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thank you for your words, particularly well chosen to reflect what we intend to convey, namely knowledge, fun and passion! We are very grateful for your review! :-)

Absolutely delightful and informative visit. A must do, especally for first timers to the city.

Liliya_G, Sep 2022

Christèle took us through the charming streets of Bayeux and transported us on a journey through time and history. She is so full of knowledge and entertaining anecdotes, that I could have listened all day. I really recommend this tour and Discovery Walks, and, especially, Christèle.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thank you so much for your praising review. I particularly liked the word "journey" as indeed, Bayeux's history is covering so many centuries of history and architecture that it feels like a travel through time. I am glad you chose that word, it conveys what we try to share. I am delighted that you liked my tour. We, "the ladies with a green hat" are keen to show Bayeux under its best light. Thank you again for your words. :-)

Excellent !!

Patricia_D, Aug 2022

Extremely knowledgeable guide who took us to all of the most important sites and attactions. She used the time allotted to us in a very organized manner.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thank you for your kind review. We indeed try to show as many highlights as possible of the historic Bayeux within the two hour visit. Sometimes a challenge, there is so much to show and to tell! I hope your holiday schedule gave you a chance to enjoy the rest of Bayeux. Again thank you for your praise.

Classic Architecture

Barbara_J, Aug 2022

Learning about the architecture-exploring the small back streets and alleyways. Walking along the river

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thank you for sharing your bucolic impression of our lovely town. Indeed we are blessed with inspiring sites. I'm glad you enjoyed our tour.