A Perfect Day In Le Havre, France Itinerary

• MuMa - Musée d'art moderne André Malraux (9:30 am) - The MuMa museum houses a vast collection of Impressionist paintings, and its unique location offers the visitors a breathtaking sea view.
• Eglise Saint Joseph (11:00 am) - Admire the stunning modernist architecture of this church designed by Auguste Perret, a renowned architect and urban planner.
• Bassin du Commerce (1:00 pm) - Enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the many restaurants surrounding the Bassin du Commerce, a picturesque harbor filled with boats.
• Maison de l'Armateur (2:30 pm) - Learn about the history of Le Havre's port and shipping industry in this beautifully restored 18th-century mansion.
• Périscope (4:00 pm) - Head to Périscope, a contemporary art center featuring exhibitions, workshops, and live performances.

Time and Costs Estimates

• MuMa entrance fee (1.5h, €9)
• Eglise Saint Joseph (45 min, free)
• Lunch at Bassin du Commerce (1h, €-€€€)
• Maison de l'Armateur entrance fee (1h, €5)
• Périscope (1.5h, free)
Total Estimated Costs (per person): €14-€€€€

Transportation

Le Havre is a walkable city, and most attractions are just a short walk from each other. Taxis and buses are also available, and Uber is available in the city. From Paris to Le Havre, the train is the recommended mode of transportation, and the journey takes approximately two hours.

Total travel costs (round trip): Train (€40-€60), Taxi (€50-€70)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Saint Joseph Church rooftop to enjoy the panoramic view of Le Havre city. Otherwise, if you have less time, skip Musée d'art moderne André Malraux and head straight to Eglise Saint Joseph.

Airports

The Le Havre-Octeville Airport (LEH) is the closest airport to Le Havre, approximately 7 km away. However, flights from outside France are infrequent. The nearest major airport is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris, approximately 200 km away from Le Havre.