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- English
- French
The "ladies in a green hat" of Discovery Walks are the expert guides on Historic Bayeux and have been running their informative and enjoyable tour since 2014. This city tour enables you, your friends and family to discover the best of Bayeux history in a fun and engaging manner. Admire the architectural features of its medieval buildings, including its superb cathedral. Let your guide regal you with stories of ancient trades and old customs. Learn about the origins of Normandy and the famous Norman kings of England starting with William the Conqueror. Our guides are fully bilingual French / English, knowledgeable and fun!
Check the available slots here. If none online is suitable, please contact us to check if we can accommodate another date or departure time, subject to availability, or if your group is larger than 4. Please advise if there is a wheelchair user and the age of the children. For the "foot pick-up" option, see list of proposed hotels or ask if possible from yours.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The "pick-up service" means meeting you on foot at another location than the start of the tour. We do not offer a vehicle pick-up. Depending on its location, we might be able accommodate a meeting point that best suits you. We have listed of a few options but don't hesitate to indicate yours in the Special Requirement section of your booking and we will revert back to you to confirm if it is possible according to the city tour itinerary. We will of course customize it accordingly. Alternatively, we can meet at the start of the tour, namely the Bayeux Tourist Office, 3 rue Saint Jean. Make sure to indicate your cell phone number to communicate better on the day and enter our number in case of last minute difficulties. NB: If you are an agent booking for a client, you MUST indicate the final client's cell number, not yours. The client equally must be given our number. Failure to communicate on the day might jeopardize the pick-up. It will not our responsibility but that of the agent, if problems occur because the client's cell number wasn't provided.
Bayeux Tourist Office. Please arrive a few minutes before. Guides wear a green hat or scarf.
The tour conveniently ends in the heart of Bayeux, near the main street or the cathedral. The tour may end at a different location depending on the foot pick-up as arranged between us and, therefore, the customized itinerary.
Itinerary
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1
The tour starts here. Not all stops are listed below. More than 20 stops will give us the opportunity to teach you about linguistic expressions, old habits, famous historical figures, architecture, events... our commentary is cheerful and informative
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Learn about medieval industries such as tanning and dyeing and how river Aure is at the heart of these activities
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Learn about the impact of the Augustine sisters on the Bayeux community and how one of them left her mark in a country we now call Canada! Locate the famous Bayeux Tapestry in this alley: needless to say your guide will explain the many events and characters surrounding the famous Battle of Hastings and the accession of William the Conqueror to the throne of England, illustrated on the famous 11th century embroidery, namely The Bayeux Tapestry, a must-see during your stay
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux (Pass by)
During the city tour we will pass in front of the famous Tapestry Museum and we will explain what the building previously was.
Admission ticket free -
4
Let your guide explain the origins of Bayeux dating from Celtic times and admire the ruins of the Roman castrum
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Learn about the different stages of the construction of Bayeux cathedral and discover its many architectural features
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Understand why this 200+ old sycamore tree is called Liberty Tree and learn about French Revolution
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Let us tell you about the liberation of Bayeux on June 7th and the first visit of General de Gaulle in this square
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- The itinerary and duration can be modified according to the age range and mobility of your group
- Be mindful that toilets are rare during this 2 hour tour, therefore it is recommended to plan ahead.
- 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.
- Whatever your specific constraints, please indicate them, so we can adapt and prepare accordingly
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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