Not far from the D-Day Beaches, the Caen Memorial is a must-visit museum! From the origins of the Second World War to the end of the Cold War, the museum depicts the terrible history of the 20th century. Don’t miss the priceless photograph! Visit the Patrick Chauvel exhibition! The free permanent exhibition presents the career of the great war correspondent who reported on conflicts around the world in the last 50 years. A must-see! A unique feast for the senses to get to grips with our European history with the 360° screening of "L’Europe notre histoire" ("Europe our history" film screening included in museum admission fee).
The Memorial is hosting the "Années pop, années choc, 1960-1975" temporary exhibition from June 23rd to December 31st 2023. The exphibition explores social, political and cultural protest movements in France between 1960 and 1975. Pieces by narrative figuration artists, such as Arroyo, Erró, Fromanger, Grau, Messac and Rancillac, bring a critical view of their time from the Vietnam War to the aftermath of May 1968.
Further information
- Guided tour
- Free tour
Opening
| From Sunday 01 October to Sunday 05 November | |
| Monday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| From Monday 06 November to Sunday 17 December | |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| From Monday 18 December to Sunday 24 December | |
| Monday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| From Tuesday 26 December to Sunday 31 December | |
| Tuesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Wednesday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Thursday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Friday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Saturday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
| Sunday | Open from 9h30 to 18h |
Prices
| Price | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Base rate - full rate adult | 19,80€ | |
| Reduced rateEnfants de 10 à 18 ans en individuel, personnes de + de 65 ans, enseignants, accompagnateurs de personnes en situation de handicap, militaires | 17,50€ | |
| Rate for familiesTarif familial unique valable pour 2 adultes et au moins 1 enfant de 10 à 18 ans ou 1 adulte et au moins 2 enfants de 10 à 18 ans. | 51€ | |
| Rate for familiesTarif spécial pour les Familles durant les travaux de rénovation des parcours de visite du 14 novembre 2022 au 3 février 2023. | 41€ |
Means of payment
- Carte bleue
- Debit cards
- Holiday vouchers
- Cash
- Eurocard - Mastercard
- Visa
Proposed services
Equipments
- Restaurant
- Bar, cafeteria, tea room
- Free parking
- Covered picnic area
- Baby changing area
- Picnic area
- Auditorium
- Fully equipped meeting room
Services
- Library
- Shop
- Left luggage
- Rental / Loan of pushchairs and/or baby backpack
- Media library
- Restaurant with baby equipment
- Bicycle parking
- Free WIFI
