Private Walking Guided Tour of Historic Bayeux English or French

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Private Walking Guided Tour of Historic Bayeux English or French — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Christèle posing with couple on a private tour in front of Bayeux cathedral — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Discovery Walks Bayeux

What is included

Included

Included: You can enquire if another start time is possible in the “special requirement” section
Included: The private tour can be in English or French
Included: If your accommodation isn't listed, ask in "Special Requirements", if foot pick-up is possible
Included: Duration, stops and commentary adapted to your private group according to ages and interests
Included: If your hotel is on the suggested list, foot pick-up is offered automatically
Included: Private walking guided tour for your group only
Included: Customized itinerary depending on the meeting location

Not included

Not included: The pick-up option, when possible, is on foot, not with a car
Not included: This tour doesn't include any museums
Not included: The inside of the cathedral can only be included in the 2h service if it is authorized on the day.
Not included: Reminder: the recording and filming of the guide is not permitted
Not included: This tour is only up to 4 people: for a larger group, please contact us.

Itinerary

OFFICE DE TOURISME DE BAYEUX

5 min

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
Stop 2

10 min

Learn about medieval industries such as tanning and dyeing and how river Aure is at the heart of these activities
Stop 3

10 min

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
Bayeux Tapestry Museum

15 min

We will stop in front of the Tapestry Museum, now closed until October 2027, so we will explain talk about 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. We will also talk about its historical importance, the methods of its fabrication together with more facts and figures.
Stop 5

15 min

Let your guide explain the origins of Bayeux dating from Celtic times and admire the ruins of the Roman castrum. We will admire the new dichroic glass
Cathedrale Notre-Dame

20 min

Learn about the different stages of the construction of Bayeux cathedral and discover its many architectural features
Stop 7

10 min

Understand why this 200+ old sycamore tree is called Liberty Tree and learn about French Revolution
Stop 8

15 min

Let us tell you about the liberation of Bayeux on June 7th and the first visit of General de Gaulle in this square

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Bayeux Tourist Office. Please arrive a few minutes before. Guides wear a green hat or scarf.

End point

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.

Pickup points

Au Georges VII
Domaine de Bayeux
Le Castel Guesthouse
Hotel Churchill
Grand Hotel Du Luxembourg
Belle Normandy Bayeux
Hotel Reine Mathilde
Hotel Le Bayeux
Hotel de Brunville & Spa
Hotel Le Lion d'Or
Hotel Tardif Noble Guesthouse
Hotel Villa Lara & Villa Augustine

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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