The Top-10
Top 10 Architecture & Landmarks in Rouen - 2023
Updated Sep 2023
- No.1
Le Vieux Rouen
4.3/514 ReviewsRouen421m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"[Rouen] The old city is a good place. Taking advantage of the rain, the weather is not too cold. There are pedestrians on the street, and it is not Sunday. The food is delicious. European travel reminder: All Sundays, no matter where is the dead city, it is recommended to rest at the hotel every Sunday when arranging the itinerary. Rest"Highlights: The Seine River flows through Rouen, dividing the city in two, and the old town of Rouen is located on the right bank of the Seine. The old town has preserved a large number of medieval buildings, and many historical attractions including Rouen Cathedral are also here. Walking on the stone-paved streets of the old town, you can feel the strong classical flavor.Show Less - No.2
Rouen Cathedral
4.5/533 ReviewsRouen494m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"I came first about France, but it was an unrealistic view from the cityscape! I thought Europe was amazing! !!"Highlights: The gorgeous and beautiful Notre Dame Church is a classic representative of Gothic churches, and Monet's paintings make it famous. As early as the 4th century AD, the early Christian churches already existed on the current site of the church, and the current style of the Notre Dame Cathedral was formed in succession from the 12th century to the 16th century. The entrance facing west is the protagonist of Monet's painting 30 times in order to practice light and shadow. The gorgeous wall decorations and towers of different styles on the left and right are the characteristics of its architecture.Show Less - No.3
St Joan of Arc's Church
4.1/514 ReviewsRouen840m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"Joan of Arc Rouen is a very important building. Joan of Arc is also a very important person here. The cathedral is also more than a hundred years old. You can understand the history here very well. [Fun] Interesting place [Cost-effective] Very good value for money"Highlights: The Chapel of Joan of Arc is the work of architect Louis Arretche. This church building is shaped like a pirate ship and fish, and the stained glass belongs to the Saint Vincent Church, which was destroyed in 1944 and is located at the bottom of Rue Jeanne-d'Arc.Show Less - No.4
Rouen Castle - Jeanne-d'Arc Tower
3.5/56 ReviewsRouen534m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"A water tower named after Joan of Arc in France, a very large building, the water tower is not very high, the cylindrical structure, in the market can see a lot of unique old areas, residential areas are also around here."Highlights: Built in the early 13th century, the castle of Rouen was once the center of power in the Duchy of Normandy and was later used as a prison for Joan of Arc. In 1591, most of the castle was demolished by the order of King Henry IV, leaving only the watchtower of the castle, which is now known as the tower of Joan of Arc.Show Less - No.5
Gros Horloge
4.2/55 ReviewsRouen657m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"The arch is in the heart of the old town. This arch is also a very meticulous sculpture. The clocks and watches on the arches can see time, and the ancient church can be enjoyed. The environment here is also perfect. [View] The surrounding scenery is very good [Fun] Very interesting"Highlights: On the double-sided arch that combines Gothic and Renaissance styles, Rouen's more striking bell hangs high. Since 1527, this big clock has shouldered the responsibility of telling the time for the people of the city.Show Less - No.6
Place du Vieux-Marche
4.0/54 ReviewsRouen839m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"The Old Market Square is a small local market in Rouen. It is very comprehensive. When you come here to play, you can see a lot of goods. The market needs to exchange local currencies. Mobile payment is not very convenient. [View] There are quite a lot of old buildings."Highlights: The Old Market Square is next to the Church of the Holy Virgin. It used to be the place where Joan of Arc was executed after being accused of heresy. Now it is a lively area in the old town, and there are many restaurants around.Show Less - No.7
Palais de Justice de Rouen
4.0/55 ReviewsRouen664m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"It is difficult to see from the appearance that this is a court. It is similar to the surrounding churches and museums. The court is quite large. It is not allowed to visit it internally during the work period. The surrounding visits of the court are also in place. [Cost-effective] The price is very low"Highlights: The Court of Rouen is a tall and gorgeous Gothic building. Its eye-catching shape is easy to stop and admire. If you look closely, you will find that there are still many bullet holes left from World War II on the wall on the western part of it.Show Less - No.8
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Monument a Jacques-Guillaume Thouret
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