A Fun-Filled Day Trip to Le Havre, France

  • 9:00 AM: Musée d'art moderne André Malraux
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Le Bassin du Commerce

    The Musée d'art moderne André Malraux is home to an extensive collection of Impressionist paintings, including works by Monet, Renoir, and Degas. The museum also features contemporary art exhibits and boasts a stunning view of the harbor.

  • 11:00 AM: Église Saint-Joseph
    5 minutes (500m) from the Musée d'art moderne André Malraux

    The Église Saint-Joseph is a marvel of modern architecture designed by Auguste Perret. The church's dominating feature is its 107-meter tall tower with a crown of stained-glass windows that offers unparalleled views of the city.

  • 12:30 PM: Lunch at Le Sensie Restaurant
    10 minutes (1.2 km) from Église Saint-Joseph

    Le Sensie Restaurant offers a warm and cozy dining experience with its minimalist decor and light wooden furnishings. The menu is a fusion of Japanese and French cuisine that is innovative and delightful to the senses.

  • 2:00 PM: Escape Game Le Havre
    5 minutes (450m) from Le Sensie Restaurant

    If you're in the mood for an adrenaline-pumping adventure, then Escape Game Le Havre is a must-visit. Here, you are locked in a room, and your mission is to solve puzzles and find clues to escape within an hour. It's a great team-building activity with friends or a fun experience with family.

  • 4:00 PM: MuMa Musée d'art moderne
    20 minutes (2 km) from Escape Game Le Havre

    The MuMa Musée d'art moderne is a hub of artistic expression that features works by some of the most celebrated artists of the 19th and 20th centuries. Highlights include iconic paintings by Claude Monet and a large selection of works by French Fauvist André Derain.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Musée d'art moderne André Malraux (2 hours, €9)
  • Église Saint-Joseph (1 hour, €0)
  • Lunch at Le Sensie Restaurant (1.5 hours, €30)
  • Escape Game Le Havre (1 hour, €25)
  • MuMa Musée d'art moderne (2 hours, €20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €84

Transportation

Le Havre is a small city, and all the attractions are located within walking distance of each other. However, if you're in a hurry or want to save time, taxis or buses are available for quick and convenient transport. On average, taxi rides cost €10 per trip, and buses cost €1.70 per trip. The city also has a bike-sharing system, Vox'Océane, that costs €2 per hour.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore more of the UNESCO-listed city center. Other notable attractions include the Maison de L'Armateur, which is a restored 18th-century shipowner's house and the Volcano, a cultural center shaped like a volcano. If you have less time, you might want to skip Escape Game Le Havre or MuMa Musée d'art moderne.

Airports

Le Havre does not have its airport. The nearest airports are Aéroport Paris-Beauvais-Tillé (BVA), about 174km away, and Aéroport de Deauville Normandie (DOL), about 47.7km from the city center.

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