Conflans-Sainte-Honorine to Honfleur and Le Havre: Day trip

Stroll through Honfleur's enchanting Vieux Bassin (old harbor), lined with tall, narrow houses painted in vibrant colors that have inspired artists for centuries. Visit Sainte-Catherine Church, France's largest wooden church built by shipbuilders, with its separate bell tower across the square. Explore the narrow cobblestone streets filled with art galleries, including the Eugène Boudin Museum showcasing works by this precursor to Impressionism. Walk along the harbor to watch fishing boats and pleasure craft, then climb to the Côte de Grace for panoramic views over the Seine estuary. Sample local Norman specialties like Calvados, cider, and fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants.

Discover Le Havre's remarkable post-war architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site designed by Auguste Perret after WWII bombing. Start at the striking St Joseph Church with its 107-meter concrete tower and stunning interior light effects from colored glass. Visit the MuMa (Museum of Modern Art André Malraux) housing one of France's finest Impressionist collections with works by Monet, Renoir, and Dufy. Walk through the city center to appreciate Perret's revolutionary use of concrete and urban planning. Explore the bustling port, one of France's largest, and climb to the Jardins Suspendus for panoramic views over the harbor and English Channel.