Caen to Normandy's WWII sites: Private day trip

The Airborne Museum explores the pivotal role of American airborne forces in the area during World War II

• Detailed exhibits on the U.S. 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions during D-Day

• A restored Douglas C-47 aircraft used for paratrooper drops

• Immersive multimedia recreations of parachute landings over Normandy

• Personal artifacts, uniforms, and letters from Allied soldiers

• The historic setting of Sainte-Mere-Eglise, one of the first liberated towns

• Local cafes nearby serve Normandy specialties such as galettes, and Camembert-based dishes

• Allow at least 1.5–2 hours to fully explore the museum

• Opening hours vary by season, best to book online ahead of time https://boutique.airborne-museum.org/en/billetterie

• Combine your visit with a walk through Sainte-Mère-Église village

A stone's throw from the historic Omaha Beach, this cemetery stands as a powerful symbol of sacrifice.

• Perfectly aligned white crosses and Stars of David over 172.5 acres marking 9,389 graves of soldiers who lost their lives in the D-Day landings and related operations

• The Memorial Chapel featuring a reflective mosaic ceiling

• The Wall of the Missing listing 1,557 names of unidentified soldiers

• A small visitor center features detailed historical exhibits

• Entry is free and open to the public

• Maintain respectful behavior at this active memorial site

• Security checks may be in place at the entrance

• Omaha Beach is a short walk down the hill