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Carentan

Vibrant Carentan, where charming canals weave through quaint streets, offers a delightful slice of French culture! Explore the bustling market filled with local delights, and don’t miss the stunning wartime history at Utah Beach nearby! With cozy bistros and friendly locals, this picturesque gem will sweep you off your feet and leave you longing for more!

Recommendations

Landmark4.4/5

Marina Carentan

Outdoor4.2/5

baie des Veys

Landmark4.4/5

Mayor of Pont-Canal de Carentan AQUEDUCT

Culture4.5/5

Notre-Dame Carentan

Landmark5/5

Maisons à arcades

Culture4.6/5

D-Day Experience

Culture4.7/5

Normandy Victory Museum - Musée de la bataille des haies

Landmark4.6/5

Ruines du Château de la Rivière (château des cigognes)

Landmark4.3/5

Théâtre de Carentan

Landmark4.1/5

Marché aux Bestiaux

Outdoor4.4/5

Parc Naturel Régional des Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin

Step into the enchanting Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin - Maison du Parc Natural Regional Park and let your wanderlust be ignited! Nestled in the lovely Village des Ponts Douve, this nature-lover's paradise offers breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and thrilling activities. Get ready to embark on unforgettable adventures in this hidden gem located at 3 Village des Ponts Douve, Carentan-les-Marais, France.

Landmark4.3/5

Portes à FLOTS de la Barquette

Landmark4.5/5

Monument Signal : 101st Airborne Division Memorial Carentan

Landmark

Maison

Culture4.7/5

Galerie D'Art Ville De Carentan

Outdoor4.7/5

Pointe de Brévands - La Baie des Veys

Culture4.5/5

Église Saint-Côme-Saint-Damien de Saint-Côme-du-Mont

Landmark4.9/5

observatoire ornithologique

Eat$$$4.5/5

Le Bistro d'à Côté

Eat3.4/5

Logis Auberge Normande

Stays

Stay4.8/5

Angoville44

Stay4.75/5

Domaine Airborne

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Domaine Airborne in Angoville-au-Plain offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a refrigerator, TV, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay. <h2>Outdoor Spaces</h2> Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying free WiFi and outdoor seating areas. The property features an outdoor fireplace and electric vehicle charging station, ideal for exploring the surrounding area. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 23 km from La Cambe German War Cemetery and 31 km from Pointe du Hoc D-Day, Domaine Airborne provides easy access to key attractions. Caen–Carpiquet Airport is 75 km away, and the Normandy Tank Museum is 8 km from the property. <h2>Guest Services</h2> The bed and breakfast offers private check-in and check-out, shuttle service, bike hire, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include room service, breakfast in the room, and free on-site private parking.

Stay4.7/5

Château Le Colombier

<h2>Historic Setting</h2> Chateau Le Colombier in Brévands offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> The bed and breakfast features two bedrooms and a living room. Each room includes a private bathroom, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay. <h2>Leisure Facilities</h2> Guests can utilise free bicycles, an indoor and outdoor play area, and a games room. Additional amenities include a pool with a view, sun terrace, and outdoor dining area. <h2>Local Attractions</h2> Located 15 km from La Cambe German War Cemetery and 23 km from Pointe du Hoc D-Day, the property provides easy access to key sites. Caen–Carpiquet Airport is 69 km away.

Stay4.65/5

Chez Jeanne

<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Chez Jeanne in Carentan offers family rooms with two bedrooms and one bathroom. Each room includes a wardrobe, shower, and hairdryer. <h2>Outdoor Spaces</h2> Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace. Free WiFi is available in public areas. <h2>Breakfast and Services</h2> A continental breakfast with fresh pastries is served daily. Reception staff speak English, French, and Dutch. <h2>Local Attractions</h2> Nearby points of interest include La Cambe German War Cemetery (19 km), Pointe du Hoc D-Day (26 km), and Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin Natural Regional Park (3.1 km). Caen–Carpiquet Airport is 71 km away.

Stay$$$$4.6/5

Domaine Utah Beach - Hotel le Grand Hard

Located in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, Domaine Utah Beach - Le Grand Hard is 5 km from Utah Beach and 40 km from Omaha Beach. It offers free Wi-Fi and a shared lounge with a fireplace. All the heated rooms feature a wardrobe, a desk and satellite TV. The private bathroom is complete with free toiletries, a bath and a hairdryer. Rooms are suitable for guests with reduced mobility. A continental breakfast is served every morning at Domaine Utah Beach - Le Grand Hard. The family room includes a kitchenette, and a bar is available at the property. This hotel is 9 km from Sainte-Mère-Église and 48 km from Saint-Lô. Guests can bring their own horses to this property. Free private parking and bike rental are both available on site.

Stay4.45/5

D-Day Suites

Stay$$$3.75/5

Contact Hôtel Utah Beach Carentan

This Kyriad hotel is located in Carentan, in close proximity to the D-Day beaches and Mont St Michel. It offers soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen satellite TV. The guest rooms at the Kyriad Hotel- Carentan are also equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, a telephone with free calls in Europe and to the USA, and each has a private bathroom. The Restaurant Carentan serves traditional French cuisine, along with local seafood specialties. Guests can enjoy an after-dinner drink in the private bar. Kyriad Hotel- Carentan offers a range of facilities, including a children’s playground, laundry and dry cleaning service. Free on-site parking is also available.

Stay4.9/5

Gite Utah Beach

Stay5/5

Haras du Ry

Stay4.9/5

Manoir de Turqueville les Quatre Etoiles

Stay4.9/5

Chambres d'hôtes Le Boscq

Stay4.8/5

LES GITES CHAMPETRES , OAK Cottage, Chestnut Cottage and Walnut Cottage

Stay3.7/5

Aire Camping-Car Park

Stay3.3/5

L'Escapade HOTEL CREPERIE BAR BRASSERIE

Things To Do
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5/5

Private guided American D-Day Tour from Bayeux

On this full day tour of the American sector on D-Day, we will visit the drop zones of the US Airborne Divisions, the landing beaches "Utah" and "Omaha", the cliffs and German fortifications at La Pointe du Hoc, and we will finally pay our respects at the Normandy American Cemetery. At most sites there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms and/or grab a coffee.

$625.01

5/5

Normandy: Private Tour of the D-Day Beaches (American Sector)

Our first stop will be at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, a poignant tribute to the allied soldiers who lost their lives. Here, you will have the opportunity to pay tribute and learn more about the importance of this solemn place. Then, we will go to Omaha Beach, where you will walk along the sands that witnessed one of the most difficult assaults of D-Day. Your guide will tell you about the heroic efforts and sacrifices made by the American forces. We will continue to Pointe du Hoc, a place at the top of a cliff that was a strategic objective for the American Rangers on D-Day. Our journey will then take us to the charming town of Sainte-Mère-Église, famous for the story of the paratrooper John Steele whose parachute got stuck on the church steeple during the airborne assault Important: the Sainte Mère Eglise sites and Utah Beach are visited only for a Check-out from Caen/Bayeux

$974.79

5/5

Private American Sector D Day Tour

Join me for a memorable day of discovery using maps, photographs and genuine battlefield artifacts to enhance your experience with Normandy to Victory Tours! Let me share my passion, knowledge and remarkable stories with you explaining the D Day landings on June 6, 1944, the Battle of the Hedgerows and the progression of the Allied Forces in Normandy and beyond . . . to Victory!

$802.77

5/5

8 h

Private Tour of American Sites with an Expert Guide from DDAY

We don't just show you historic places, we give you an amazing experience. Guide specialist in Normandy for 20 years First of all, we are one of the pioneering companies offering a guiding service in the Normandy sector for almost 20 years. His dynamism and his perpetual questioning have made this company a reliable source. Exciting and historical tours The experience, dedication, dynamism and passion will be found during your stay with one of our guides. Knowing each of these guides will allow you to travel in time both near and far. Normandy is very rich in history so you may well find yourself in the shoes of a GI in 1944 on Omaha beach. Do not hesitate.

$1,032.13

5/5

8 h 30 mins

Private Full Day Tour From Bayeux

The best way to get an overview of the American involvement on D-Day is by booking a private tour. With plenty of details given by our experienced guides. You will have the chance to discover every aspect of the sacrifice made by American soldiers on June 6, 1944. We will cover the American seaborne operation by visiting the two beaches where US soldiers landed, Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, as well as the German strongpoint of Pointe du Hoc, assaulted by the US Army Rangers. We will also visit the sites of the US Airborne Operation, including its most iconic site, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, where a terrible battle happened on the night of June 5, 1944. Finally, we will have the chance to pay our respects to the thousands of men who gave their lives to liberate Europe by visiting the Normandy American Cemetery.

$973.64

5/5

8 h

Private Tour of the American Landing Beaches

Aboard a comfortable 9-seater van, discover the Normandy landing beaches with a local guide. From Utah Beach to the Colleville-sur-Mer cemetery, via the areas where the American paratroopers landed, it's a real trip back in time to discover these historic and moving places while receiving many personal anecdotes. of Norman soldiers and civilians. The proposed route includes important sites of the landing, it is possible to modulate, shape your discovery, or other historical sites (Artificial port of Arromanches, Cambe Cemetery, Brécourt Battery, Longues-sur-Mer Battery. ..). The list of sites to visit is large, and this tour is completely flexible if you wish.

$802.77

5/5

WW II Private Guided Tour American Landing Beaches in Normandy

Our private guided tours stand out due to their personalized and private natures, offering a more intimate and tailored experience for our guests. This exclusivity can provide a deeper connection to the history of the American Landing Beaches in Normandy, making it a unique and memorable journey for those seeking a more individualized exploration. Let us show you the American landing beaches like Omaha and Utah Beach. Walk over the grounds where the American Rangers tried so hard to silence the big guns at Pointe du Hoc. Let's start where the American Paratroopers touched Normandy soil as the first American troops to bring back Liberty to Europe. And pay respect to those who fought for our Liberation, and now are buried at the Normandy American Cemetary and Memorial.

$871.58

5/5

8 h

Guided tour from Utah Beach to Omaha Beach with Jeep immersion

The discovery day is different from the others: it includes a day aboard a van, as well as a one-hour immersive experience in a Willys jeep. Aboard a comfortable 9-seater van, discover the Normandy landing beaches with a local guide. From Utah Beach to the Colleville-sur-Mer cemetery, via the areas where the American paratroopers landed, it's a real trip back in time to discover these historic and moving places while receiving many personal anecdotes. of Norman soldiers and civilians. The best part of this visit? We suggest, for an hour, leaving the comfort of the van to discover the Normandy countryside and the landing zones of the paratroopers of the 101st airborne division aboard a real Willys jeep from the Second World War! What could be better than revving the jeep's engine to discover the shaded paths and sometimes little-known stories in the heart of the Normandy countryside?

$974.79

5/5

Private Normandy Tour D-Day American Landing Beaches

This private tour covers the main operations and objectives of the American troops on D-Day. A guided tour of the D-Day beaches in Normandy becomes something far more powerful than just visiting historic sites when it’s led by a local expert guide. What makes it truly unique is the human depth they bring to the landscape. Instead of simply standing on Omaha Beach or Utah Beach and hearing dates and troop numbers, your guide connects you to the individual stories behind the events—young soldiers, impossible decisions, moments of courage and fear. Your guide doesn’t just know the history—they know the land. They explain how the terrain shaped the battle at places like Pointe du Hoc, and how villages and civilians experienced the invasion. This creates a richer understanding that you simply can’t get from books alone. In short, what makes your guided D-Day tour unique isn’t just where you go—it’s how the story is told, and how it stays with you long after you leave the beaches.

$1,247.73

5/5

4 h

WW2 Jeep Tour Utah Beach Half Day

A unique and immersive experience aboard a real WW2 Jeep on the Landing beaches to discover the history of D-Day. You will be accompanied by a local guide who will explain the history of June 6, 1944 to you in detail. Far from the crowds and tourist sites, you will leave for a 4-hour walk in the middle of the Normandy bocage, on the beach of Utah Beach where the Allied forces landed in 1944. Your local guide, who has a perfect knowledge of Normandy, will be able to accompany you to the lesser known historical sites of June 6, 1944 in Sainte Mere Eglise and Utah Beach.

$527.53

5/5

8 h

UNESCO D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion from Cherbourg Cruise Port

Walk in the footsteps of history at the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, proudly inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in July 2026 for their outstanding universal significance. Travel in comfort with an expert guide and explore the sites that shaped the course of World War II. Walk along Omaha Beach and stand where thousands of soldiers came ashore. Visit the Normandy American Cemetery and reflect at the rows of white crosses overlooking the sea. Explore Pointe du Hoc and see the dramatic cliffs scaled by U.S. Rangers during the assault. Along the way, enjoy a stop at a local bakery where you can purchase fresh pastries and coffee. Please note that there is no seated lunch included. This full-day guided experience departs directly from the port of Cherbourg and is designed for travellers who want to understand the history in depth while paying their respects. The tour operates with a maximum of 40 guests to ensure a comfortable and well-organised experience.

$81.65

5/5

Private guided American D-Day Tour from Cherbourg Cruise Port

On this full day tour of the American sector on D-Day, we will visit Sainte Mere Eglise, Utah Beach, the cliffs and German fortifications at La Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and we will finally pay our respects at the Normandy American Cemetery. At most sites there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms and/or grab a coffee.

$1,313.10

5/5

Private American D-Day Guided Tour from Cherbourg Cruise terminal

A full day tour of the American sector on D-Day, with a visit to Sainte Mere Eglise, Utah Beach, the 100 feet cliffs and German gun positions at Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and we will pay our respects at the Normandy American Cemetery before returning back to the cruise ship. At most sites there will be some free time to take pictures.

$1,141.08

5/5

American 101st & 82nd Paratroopers in Normandy battlefield tour

Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey through history with our American Airborne D-Day tour in Normandy. Step into the footsteps of the courageous paratroopers who play a pivotal role in the Allied invasion. Our tour goes beyond the ordinary, offering exclusive access to hidden gems and untold stories. Explore the iconic sites, including Sainte Mère Eglise with its famous church spire and Angoville-au-Plain, where two heroic medics tended to the wounded amid chaos. Engage with the past through firsthand accounts shared by locals and experts, adding a personal touch to our narratives. Immerse yourself in the wartime atmosphere with unique experiences, from period-specific demonstrations and visiting less-known, yet historically significant, locations. This isn't just a tour; it's a personalized journey into the heart of D-Day history, ensuring an unforgettable and unparalleled exploration of this critical moment in World War II.

$871.58

5/5

8 h

Private D-Day Landing Beaches - Bayeux or Caen

Marked by engraved headstones, battle-scarred landscapes and the memories of the fast-disappearing 'Greatest Generation', we will pay tribute to those young men that gave their lives for our freedom. We need to ensure that their story is passed on from present to future generations !!! We will cover different topics : the preparation of Overlord operation, the assault of the first Allied waves, the construction of the artificial ports, the set up of the decoy plan called Fortitude under the control of General Patton, the daily life under the German occupation and the relationships between the liberators and the French civilians, the involvement of the French resistance, the construction of the Atlantic wall, the German positions, the war effort, the role of the women, the war correspondants, minorities like code talkers, postal and balloon barage battalions … All historical facts are documented with detailed military maps, archives and pictures from the Allied and German armies.

$974.79

5/5

9 h

D-Day private tour Omaha + Utah Beach from Caen with audio guide

Private tours with audio guide and driver. we adapt to the needs, desires and rhythm of your group. The driver becomes your Norman guest if you stay at the hotel La Fontaine Caen Center. Departure 9h from Caen. Minimum 2 people

$395.65

5/5

Private Day Tour 82nd and 101st Airborne Utah Operations

Private Tours are designed to allow you to discover the D-Day sites in optimal conditions. Each circuit is indeed preceded by a "briefing" which will allow us first of all to get to know each other, then to contextualize the events of June 6, 1944. This moment may also be an opportunity for you to express specific requests. For example linked to the story of a member of your family who fought in Normandy. The "small group" format also allows you to adapt the pace of the visit to your own needs and desires. If the price of admission to the museums ("Airborne Museum" in Sainte Mère Eglise, "Utah beach Museum" on Utah beach, "D-Day Experience" near Carentan) is not included in the price, the circuits are however designed to allow you to take advantage of this opportunity and devote about an hour to visiting one of these (you will also benefit from the reduced rate granted to Memory Tracks).

$711.02

5/5

8 h

From Omaha Beach to Utah Beach, the American D-Day, Private Tour

Explore the history of the American landings in Normandy, visiting iconic places such as Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, or Sainte-Mère-Eglise and the American Cemetery of Normandy. This tour immerses you in the story of American soldiers, from infantry to airborne to Rangers. A Speaker Guide will accompany you to share captivating stories about the ordinary soldiers who marked this era. Escape mass tourism and discover less-traveled sites, while understanding the strategic importance of the region. - Historical route of the American landing sites in Normandy Visit the American Cemetery, Utah Beach or Sainte-Mère-Eglise, emblematic sites of the Battle of Normandy. - Authentic stories about American soldiers engaged in Normandy - Discovery of the remains of the Atlantic Wall - Speaker's Guide for an Immersion in the History of June 6, 1944

$137.62

5/5

Normandy D-Day from Bayeux | Private Tour with Local Expert Guide

This is the bucket list D-Day shore excursion from Bayeux — a fully private tour covering the complete American story of June 6, 1944, including Sainte-Mère-Église, where Band of Brothers paratroopers landed before dawn on D-Day. At Pointe du Hoc, as seen in Saving Private Ryan, you walk among the original craters and bunkers where U.S. Army Rangers scaled the cliffs under fire. At Omaha Beach, your guide narrates every sector of the landing. At the Normandy American Cemetery, 9,387 white marble crosses face the English Channel — one of the most moving sights in all of France. This tour is fully customizable. Tell us your interests and we build the day around your group.

$1,399.00

5/5

72 h

3 day Private Omaha Utah Full D Day Mont Saint Michel by Mercedes

Private, Live-guided 3-day trip for 2 to 7 people to the Omaha and Utah D-Day Beaches & to Mont Saint-Michel by Mercedes. Tiered pricing. All most significant sites will be visited. Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Hotel accommodation included. Tiered pricing. You will visit: Normandy American Cemetery with a very nice Museum, Omaha Beach, Memorial de Caen, 360 Circular Cinema, Overlord Museum, Pointe du Hoc Memorial, Stop at Church Saint-Come-et-Saint-Damien in Angoville-au-Plain, Stop at Sainte-Mère-Église town, Stop at Utah Beach to see many D-Day Monuments, Utah Beach Landing Museum with the original B26 bomber, Airborn Museum visit including unique D-Day Night Jumps embarkation of a C-47 aircraft. You will visit as well the UNESCO-listed Mont Saint-Michel Abbey, Stop at medieval Cabourg town and expereince Calvados tasting. Mercedes E220 business class car for 2 - 3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people which drives faster than a bus. You save a lot of time for sightseeing.