Pointe du Hoc Attractions & Things to do

Remember the victories and the losses of the D-Day landings with a tour of Normandy’s four most significant World War II sites. Visit a museum in a real German bunker on Utah Beach. Walk among memorials to 10,000 fallen at the American Cemetery, with a poignant view over Omaha Beach, where Allied forces faced terrible odds. The, experience this region’s rich culinary history with a two-course lunch and some local apple cider.
Duration: 14 hours.

Visit the most important D-Day sites in Normandy on this small-group day trip from Paris. You'll walk on Omaha Beach, go inside of German bunkers, visit the Overlord Museum, peer over the 110ft tall seaside cliffs at the Pointe du Hoc, and pay your respects to those who sacrificed it all at the American Cemetery. In order to bring a little sweetness to your visit you also enjoy a local Normandy Hard Cider tasting.
Duration: 12 to 13 hours.

Explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy and gain insight into Europe’s World War II history on this full-day tour from Bayeux. Visit key battle sites including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc, Sainte-Mère-Église, and Utah Beach with a guide, and learn of the sacrifices made during WWII. Read the names of soldiers missing in action at the Normandy American Cemetery. This 9-hour tour includes round-trip travel from Bayeux.
Duration: 9 hours.

Join our shared shore excursion, specifically designed for cruise ship passengers docking at the port of Le Havre.

Explore the historic sites of the D-Day landings from the comfort of our modern bus, with the guidance of our dedicated and passionate guide. We will be with you throughout the day to provide insights and answer your questions. Explore Normandy, see Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and learn about the significant events that took place at these locations.

This tour ensures you're picked up and dropped off directly at Le Havre port, timed perfectly with your cruise ship's schedule.

During the journey, enjoy a complimentary packed lunch including a baguette, water, and a small dessert.

We make sure you return to your ship on time after a day of engaging historical exploration.
Duration: 10 hours.

Visit the most emblematic D-DAY sites with a professional English speaking driver guide. Departing from Bayeux, you will reach Normandy's Coastal battlefield grounds in a comfortable and fully equipped 8 seater minivan. This tour features a stop at Omaha Beach that will include informative commentaries by your guide. You will then move on to the Pointe du Hoc landing area where the US Rangers assault group captured the area after scaling the cliffs. End the tour with a stop at the Normandy American Cemetery.
Duration: 4 hours.

Visit Normandy's most important World War II sites, including Omaha Beach, Pont du Hoc, the American Cemetery, Arromanches, and Utah Beach (optional), with a focus on American troops during the significant events of D-Day. This private full-day tour from Paris is totally customizable, allowing your group to spend more time at the Normandy battlefields and monuments that interest you most. Expect a professional, multilingual guide to transport you by luxury Mercedes-Benz minivan, ensuring a comfortable roundtrip ride to this significant region of northwest France.


Duration: 12 to 13 hours.

Discover the Normandy D-Day sites on this day-trip, from Paris to the beaches of Normandy, in a small-group. Your will travel in the comfort of a van (Maximum of eight participants) to guarantee more intimacy. Visit Point du Hoc and its famous cliffs, the American Cemetery in Colleville with its 9,387 Headstones, as well as German Bunkers, plus walk on the sadly famous Omaha Beach also called “Bloody Omaha“. You day with your guide will be filled of Memories you'll never forget. When booking, you'll have the option to include hotel pickup or not.
Duration: 12 hours.

Discover the American sectors of the Normandy D-Day landing beaches with a guided private tour. This tour is suitable for a maximum of 7 passengers who do not wish to share the tour experience with other clients.
Duration: 8 hours.

This shared shore excursion with an expert local guide picks up and drops off at the Le Havre Port to explore the awe-inspiring history of D-Day. We tailor each tour to your cruise ship's docking times to ensure a seamless, meaningful, and enjoyable day.

Explore the significant D-Day landing sites, delve into their critical roles in World War II, and engage deeply with the heroic stories and pivotal moments of the Normandy invasion. Explore Normandy, see Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and learn about the significant events that took place at these locations.

Rest assured, this tour is timed perfectly to guarantee your return to the ship well before departure. With us, you will experience, learn, and deeply connect with history, all while ensuring a smooth and punctual return to port.
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

Get onboard this Normandy battlefield tour and join our knowledgeable English speaking driver/guide with for a full day visit to the key beaches, sites and museum linked to D-Day. This small group tour will take you to different points of interest such as the inescapable Omaha and Utah landing beaches, U.S. cemetery, the preserved Pointe du Hoc site and historic Sainte-Mère-Eglise village. Discover all the unescapable Normandy region has to offer and be part of the 75th anniversary of the D-Day.
Duration: 8 hours.

Full day sightseeing tour of the American sectors of the D-Day Normandy invasion + Airborne Museum. An experienced English speaking guide will show you the battlefield sites and explain in detail the events that occurred.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

Visit to Normandy D-Day battle sites and U.S landing beaches from Paris

See the 100 feet high cliffs and german bunkers overlooking the British channel at Point du Hoc

Walk along the Bloody Beach (Omaha)

Visit the American War Cemetery

Discover the pretty little town of Arromanche and the vestige of the artificial port

Step back in time on a history tour, and learn about the events of June 6, 1944

Discover the impressive collection of fighting armoured vehicles at Overlord Museum, Omaha beach
Duration: 13 to 14 hours.

Explore Omaha Beach and gain insight into US soldiers’ role in World War II on this half-day group D-Day landing tour from Bayeux. Visit key sites of WWII interest including Omaha Beach and the Pointe-Du-Hoc with a guide, and learn of the conditions faced by the US soldiers brought into battle. Wander among the soldiers’ graves at the American Cemetery, and hear tales and anecdotes from the WWII battlefields.
Duration: 4 hours.

Take a private tour from Bayeux to Normandy, where you’ll relive the events of the Allied invasion on June 6, 1944 – more famously known as D-Day. You can personalize this private tour and determine how long you spend at the various WWII sites. Your private guide will give you unique insight into the events that took place on the landing beaches and battlefields of Normandy and tell you about the British, American, Canadian and French troops. You can also visit the cemeteries and museums.
Duration: 8 hours.

Custom private tour on the DDay beaches from your hotel in Paris (Omaha beach, Pointe du Hoc, and more) with a knowledgeable bilingual guide at your service for the whole day.

We will drive you all the way to see remnants of battle. You will see along the way war machines like Sherman tank, cannons, and you will visit a genuine Bunker from WWII.

You will also discover the amazing Normandy landscapes along the road with apple trees and cows and also cross beautiful typical Norman villages.

For lunch, we will recommend the best restaurants to try local products such as Camembert cheese. You don't need to book anything, we look after it for you.

Pick up and drop off at your hotel or at the airport are available.
100% customizable tour.

If you want, you will have the opportunity to meet a local producer and taste his exceptional products (Cidre, Pommeau, Calvados and apple juice)

Find more Day tours from Paris on Finding France's website.
Duration: 12 to 14 hours.

From your hôtel to Pointe du Hoc, immerse
yourself in a timeless experience and
delve into the heart of the decisive
sites of June 6, 1944 for a day. Between
sea and countryside, let yourself be
captivated by landscapes steeped in
history.
Duration: 120 to 420 minutes.

Join our shared shore excursion, specifically designed for cruise ship passengers docking at the port of Cherbourg.

Explore the historic sites of the D-Day landings from the comfort of our modern bus, with the guidance of our dedicated and passionate guide. We will be with you throughout the day to provide insights and answer your questions. Explore Normandy, see Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and learn about the significant events that took place at these locations.

This tour ensures you're picked up and dropped off directly at Cherbourg port, timed perfectly with your cruise ship's schedule.

We make sure you return to your ship on time after a day of engaging historical exploration.
Duration: 8 hours.

Discover the Normandy landing beaches of World War II with insight from a private guide and comfortable transport by private vehicle on this 12-hour tour from Paris. Over the course of the day, you'll experience this historically rich area with visits to Omaha Beach, Juno Beach, the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, La Pointe du Hoc, and more.
Duration: 12 hours.

Your private chauffeur will meet you at Le Havre/Honfleur Cruise Terminal. Relax in your private minibus on a 2-hour ride and enjoy the view of the countryside on the way.

Your first stop is at Point du Hoc where you will see the bomb craters untouched since the war. Climb thru the various bunkers to witness how the Germans used the cliffs to their advantage and imagine how the Americans attacked and captured the battery after scaling the cliffs.

Afterwards, head to Omaha Beach and pass through 8 kms of the coast of facing the English Channel. Ashore, you will find a sculpture called Les Braves ‘The Braves’ in honor of the soldiers who fought the war. There will be an opportunity to stop for a quick lunch near Omaha Beach.

Next, continue the tour to the Normandy American Cemetery to pay tribute to the fighters of the battle. The visitor center offers a detailed exhibition about the war. This will be our last stop before heading to a 2 hour drive back to the ship.


Duration: 9 hours.

Unique tour of the DDAY sites in Normandy, from Le Havre or Honfleur.

Your guide is a Normandy born licensed tour guide, specialized in Norman history. Carefully chosen DDAY sites for a comprehensive overview of Operation Overlord, fully adaptable for most publics, from novice to the most knowledgeable of visitors.

You will be picked up at the cruise terminal and returned there.
Strictly private tour in luxury minivan.
Duration: 8 hours.

Pay tribute to the soldiers who fought on Normandy’s World War II beaches on this afternoon tour to Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc from Bayeux. Visit famous D-Day battlefield sites while hearing about the bloody events that happened there, and end with a guided visit of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial and its visitor center on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour by minivan, the perfect way to get to Normandy’s out-of-the-way sites in one day.
Duration: 5 hours.

A local licence guide from Normandy give you a unique experience through his home region.
Experience adapted to families, beautiful landscapes and Normandy culture discovering.
Duration: 9 hours.

Embark on a truly unique and personalized journey with our exclusive private excursion to the historic D-Day landing beaches of Normandy! Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of World War II history as you explore these hallowed grounds with a private, English-speaking guide who brings the past to life with captivating narratives. What sets our tour apart is its complete flexibility – tailor the itinerary to your preferences and interests, ensuring a day that resonates with you on a personal level. From the iconic Omaha Beach to the solemnity of the American Cemetery, every moment is crafted to deliver an unforgettable experience. Our commitment to your comfort is unwavering, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable exploration of Normandy's pivotal wartime landmarks. Book your private excursion today for a bespoke journey through history that will leave you with lasting memories.
Duration: 7 to 11 hours.

If time is tight and you'd like to visit the Normandy beaches, this quick morning tour from Bayeux is the perfect choice to see the area's most important World War II battle sites. Your expert guide will show you the famous D-Day sites of Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial while explaining the events surrounding that fateful day in 1944.

Numbers are limited to eight passengers on this small-group minivan tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

The book written by Stephen Ambrose and the famous 2001 TV series produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks has been a great success and left so many people with a desire to learn more about Easy Company, led by the famous 1st Lieutenant Richard Dick Winters.
This is your chance to discover the sites where these soldiers were fighting during their campaign in Normandy and learn many details about the protagonists and their actions.

Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

Visit the American D-Day sites where the greatest amphibious landing in history took place during World War II, on this 9-hour Normandy Battlefields Tour from Bayeux. See famous sites with a guide including Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, the German and American cemeteries, the Airborne Museum of Sainte-Mère-Eglise and much more. Your minivan holds a maximum of eight passengers, and a small-group tour is the perfect way to get to out-of-the-way places in one day.
Duration: 9 hours.

The Dday beaches is a must-see place by its History that has hurt the world.
Travel in a sedan or a van Mercedes with a private driver / Local guide from Normandy.
It's a ride through the Normandy countryside where wonderfull landscapes and History blend.
Is possible to make a customized tour to change the car or start from every where in Normandy or parisian region.
Duration: 6 to 10 hours.

Visit Mont Saint-Michel and the landing beaches in just one day with a real Norman guide!
You will be accompanied by a professional driver/guide native of Normandy who will pick you up at the hotel aboard a sedan or a 7/9 seater minivan depending on the number of people.
At the end of this day you will also be dropped off at your hotel.
This is an ideal visit for travelers who are only staying a few days in France.
First of all, set off to discover one of the seven wonders of the world steeped in history, more than 1000 years old, Mont-Saint-Michel!
On the way back we will show you the most emblematic places of the Battle of Normandy and more precisely of the landing of June 6, 1944 (Overlord).
We are committed to showing you Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach as well as the American cemetery of Colleville sur mer. An unforgettable day on the lands of William the Conqueror!


Duration: 14 hours.

Step back in time and embark on an extraordinary journey to the hallowed shores of Normandy. Feel the weight of history as you walk on the sands where valor and sacrifice once intertwined. Immerse yourself in the echoes of the past, where the indomitable spirit of bravery shaped the course of world events. From the hauntingly beautiful cliffs of Pointe du Hoc to the serene stretches of Omaha Beach, let the waves of remembrance wash over you. Join us on this poignant pilgrimage, where every step is a tribute to the heroes who changed the course of history. The beaches of Normandy await, beckoning you to witness their timeless tales of courage and honor.
Duration: 11 to 12 hours.

The best way to get an overview of the American involvement on D-Day is in a small group of a maximum of 8 people, with plenty of details given by our experienced guides. You will have the chance to discover every aspect of the sacrifice made by American soldiers on June 6, 1944.

We will cover the American seaborne operation by visiting the two beaches where US soldiers landed, Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, as well as the German strongpoint of Pointe du Hoc, assaulted by the US Army Rangers. We will also visit the sites of the US Airborne Operation, including its most iconic site, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, where a terrible battle happened on the night of June 5, 1944. Finally, we will have the chance to pay our respects to the thousands of men who gave their lives to liberate Europe by visiting the Normandy American Cemetery.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of the American sectors of the D-Day Normandy invasion. An experienced English-speaking guide will show you the battlefield sites and explain in detail the events that occurred.

To join this tour, you and your small group will need to take the train from Paris St Lazare to Bayeux and catch a return train to Paris from Bayeux after the tour. This pleasant train journey takes just over 2 hours in each direction. Please note that the train ticket is not included in the price of this tour.

As someone else will be doing the driving for you, you will arrive in Normandy stress free and relaxed.

The tour departs from Bayeux train station and your guide will be waiting for the arrival of your train from Paris.

This tour is a perfect solution for clients wishing to tour the American D-Day beaches as a day trip from Paris!
Duration: 8 hours 20 minutes.

Uncover the legendary battles, historic secrets, and stories of exceptional courage, as you explore the notorious D-Day landing sites. Walk in the footsteps of allied soldiers, visit original German bunkers, and travel back in time at the Sainte-Mère-Église Museum. Stand on the same cliffs taken by American troops during WW2, and learn how and why Utah Beach became one of the most important locations in the history of Europe. Gaze down from the Pointe-Du-Hoc memorial more than 100m above sea level, and visit the final resting places of soldiers who lost their lives fighting for freedom.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

This 8.5-hour guided tour will cover a large area, stopping to visit all major sites in the U.S sector. Discover the extraordinary actions of the paratroopers in Ste Mère-Eglise and the Airborne Museum. Travel to Utah beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American cemetery. Complete with on-site commentary from your English and French-speaking professional guide whom will share with you their extended knowledge of the highlights that you have always dreamed of visiting.
Duration: 8 hours.

A guided tour with only 8 participants (max) especially designed to discover, in one day, landing beaches and sites of legend: Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Colleville, American Cemetery, Arromanches and Bayeux.
- Air conditioned and comfortable minivan for a reduced transfer time and therefore a more complete visit, tour with a little group of 8 persons maximum. You can reserve the minivan for minimum 2 persons.
- Tailor-made program and dedicated guide for the small group.
- Departure from the center of Paris
Duration: 12 hours.

This tour includes a self-guided visit of the Mémorial de Caen and a guided tour of key D-Day sites. Visitors can spend as much time as they wish discovering the Mémorial de Caen (entrance tickets to the museum are valid for 24 hours from first entry).
The Mémorial de Caen offers visitors the opportunity to take a historical journey through the 20th century, discovering major events from the end of the First World War to the fall of the Berlin Wall. It has a whole section covering D-Day and is the only museum in Normandy to relate the intensity of the Invasion that followed and explain its preparation in both enemy camps.
The Landing Beaches guided tour gives visitors the chance to learn the story of a day that changed the course of history. It's is a complete 5 hours round trip with a guide from Mémorial de Caen in an air-conditioned mini-van, and it includes the visit of the following sites: Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Military Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer.
Duration: 7 hours.

This private tour covers the main operations and objectives of the American troops on D-Day. It is the perfect tour for a first visit to the landing beaches.

All our tours are conducted with professionalism and we have new and comfortable vehicles.

Don't hesitate to inform us if a relative of yours was involved in the Normandy campaign and have special requests.


Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

This tour with your licensed driver-guide will allow you to discover this beautiful land of Normandy and follow in the footsteps of those who made this sacrifice nearly 80 years ago.
It is a private tour, you will therefore be able to enjoy your tour at your own pace.
Duration: 12 hours.

The best way to get an overview of the American involvement on D-Day is by booking a private tour. With plenty of details given by our experienced guides. You will have the chance to discover every aspect of the sacrifice made by American soldiers on June 6, 1944.

We will cover the American seaborne operation by visiting the two beaches where US soldiers landed, Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, as well as the German strongpoint of Pointe du Hoc, assaulted by the US Army Rangers. We will also visit the sites of the US Airborne Operation, including its most iconic site, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, where a terrible battle happened on the night of June 5, 1944. Finally, we will have the chance to pay our respects to the thousands of men who gave their lives to liberate Europe by visiting the Normandy American Cemetery.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

Booking a Private Tour means that it's only you and your family,friends or travel companion that will be on the tour.
You will have the 100% personal attention from your guide/driver.
Private guided tours can be tailored if you wish so. Let us know in advance so we can make the neccesary arrangements.
No waiting on other people. You decide the pace of the tour .
Duration: 9 hours.

Explore the Normandy coastline and delve into Europe’s World War II history on this private 8-hour tour of the D-Day beaches from Caen. Visit the D-Day beaches of Normandy with a private guide, and learn of the sacrifices made by Allied soldiers during WWII. Take in key sites of interest including Arromanches, the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, the Overlord Museum, the Pointe du Hoc, and Sainte-Mère-Église. This private 8-hour tour includes round-trip travel from your hotel or the train station in Caen.
Duration: 10 hours.

Tailor program to discover, in one day, landing beaches and sites of legend : Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Colleville American Cemetery, Arromanches and Bayeux with a professional guide. Departure from the center of Paris.
Duration: 12 hours.

Omaha sector tour

Visit key battle sites

Explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy and gain insight into Europe’s World War II history on this half-day tour from Bayeux. Visit key battle sites with a guide including La Pointe du Hoc, Omaha, and learn of the sacrifices made during WWII. Read the names of soldiers missing in action at the Normandy American Cemetery.
Duration: 4 hours.

On this full day tour of the American sector on D-Day, we will visit the drop zones of the US Airborne Divisions, the landing beaches "Utah" and "Omaha", the cliffs and German fortifications at La Pointe du Hoc, and we will finally pay our respects at the Normandy American Cemetery. At most sites there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms and/or grab a coffee.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

Aboard a comfortable 9-seater van, discover the Normandy landing beaches with a local guide. From Utah Beach to the Colleville-sur-Mer cemetery, via the areas where the American paratroopers landed, it's a real trip back in time to discover these historic and moving places while receiving many personal anecdotes. of Norman soldiers and civilians.
The proposed route includes important sites of the landing, it is possible to modulate, shape your discovery, or other historical sites (Artificial port of Arromanches, Cambe Cemetery, Brécourt Battery, Longues-sur-Mer Battery. ..). The list of sites to visit is large, and this tour is completely flexible if you wish.
Duration: 8 hours.

The D-Day Tour by the Mémorial de Caen is an unforgettable one-day trip for visitors staying in Normandy or in Paris.
You benefit from the services of an expert guide throughout the day. The day starts with a guided visit of the Mémorial de Caen museum, then lunch at the lovely Les Pommiers restaurant at the Mémorial de Caen and an afternoon tour of key WWII D-Day sites.

The Mémorial de Caen offers visitors the opportunity to take a historical journey through the 20th century, discovering major events from the end of the First World War to the fall of the Berlin Wall. It has a whole section covering D-Day and is the only museum in Normandy to relate the intensity of the Invasion that followed and explain its preparation in both enemy camps.

During D-Day guided tour you will learn the story of a day that changed the course of history. This takes place in an air-conditioned 9-seater mini-van.
Duration: 9 hours.