In the middle of old-town Bauyeux, opposite the museum where the famed Bayeux Tapestry is displayed, there is a delightful little stone-walled mill which, surprisingly, is still fully functional. Within you can enjoy a romantic meal right on the waterfront.

Traditional cuisine is the key word, with typical Normandy products. A la carte there is Bayeux pork, grilled meats and crêpes, mouthwatering local specialties.

In the heart of Bayeux, near the Tapestry and the Bayeux Cathedral (just behing the Ornano parking lot) there is a charming little house. At a glance, one would never imagine it is a crêperie, a pizzeria and a salar-bar where you can enjoy Normandy delicacies in a friendly atmosphere.

All their flour is organically produced, and this distinction can be felt in their crêpes, buwheat galettes or pizzas.
Their specialties include the Salmon galette (smoked salmon, tomatoes, asparagus and chive cream sauce) or the Normandy (with andouille from Vitré, mushrooms, apples and camambert on toast. A delicious cultural experience…

The Lecornu family set up their fermentation cellar a stone's throw from Bayeux cathedral in a rustic, authentic setting.
With their nine hectares of apple groves all within a 10 km radius of the city, they grow every apple from which all their products are made.
Down a flight of stairs, in the cellar, we can see that their crop was put to good use.
Here you will find all the traditional Normandy products - cider, Calvados, jellies and various apple-based beverages.

This little boutique could be termed a secondary tourism office, so extensive is the selection of local products.
Aure du commun is haven for people interested in regional culture. It provides handicraft items (lacework, embroidery, ceramic art, etc.), graphic art, informative books about the region and of course an array of local gourmet products (most of which have something to do with apples - Calvados, cider, etc.)
You will definitely be leaving this shop with a souvenir.

Opposite the famed Bayeux Tapestry, this boutique sells lacework of the highest quality (crocheted as well as bobbin and torchon lace) - recently a new collection of lace jewelry, designed by the owner's daughter, has been added to the boutique's products.

There is a fine selection of hand-embroidered doilies and tablecloths, with a variety of motifs - various flowers, poppies, of medieval themes (similar to the motifs of Queen Mathilda's Tapestry).

Hand-embroidered cushions are one of this establishment's specialties and have had a great deal of success.
The lady is this family business is specialised in hand-painted porcelain with mostly flower motifs but also more recently a beautiful Napoleon III lace motif.

In addition to this artistry, there is also a selection of local products, from Calvados to Normandy toffees.

In the heart of Bayeux a few steps from the Argouges hotel, this 100m² sales space is a haven for all things porecelain and decorative.
At the Vaisselier, you will find crockery, napkins, Limoges porcelain, lamps and a myriad things for spicing up one's home. Crockery and kitchenware is often of the finest quality.

Normandises is located between the Bayeux cathedral and the ever-famous Bayeux tapestry. A haven for collectors of myriad objects: American and British tin soldiers of the Normandy landing, magnets, crockery, mugs with imprints of the cathedral of other regional historical sites… The list goes on.

Local gourmet products are also available, a delight for your tastebuds - cider, calvados, "sablé" (shortcake) and toffee in all shapes and colours. The perfect place to pick up a gift for a loved one, or just to indulge in some quality delicacies.

The Loft Café is particularly successful in the area and organises a number of themed evenings such as TeddyBear Night or Singles' Night where the main objective is having a riotous good time. Usually you get to leave with a little gift, glow bracelets or a teddy bear…

From Thursday to Saturday night, the resident DJ sets the dancefloor on fire, and with a pool table and a big-screen TV for game nights, this place is a hotspot for everyone.

Cinema is the main theme in this bar-pub, as mentioned in the title - film posters and actors' portraits adorn the walls of this particularly fun hangout for friends in dire need of a cocktail or one of the myriad beers that they serve in Pub Fiction. Music is varied, with popular hits and a slight penchant for roch music (from local rockers to the oldies like Led Zeppelin).

Concerts and theme-parties are numerous, and there is a lounge with pool-table, dart-board and big-screen TV for sport events.

The Lion d'Or hotel is located in the heart of Bayeux. The hotel's restaurant is reputed for its traditional, quality cuisine.
The large dining hall is a convivial space, the exposed beams and bright interior creating a warm atmosphere where the chef's cuisine can truly be appreciated. The cooking style is elaborate and highly creative, always done with market-bought, local produce.

There is a variety of dishes to choose from, with for example the pan-fried foie gras, the french-style caramelized apple tart, the scallops seared in algae-butter, or the simplest possible dish: a slice of toasted bread with choice camembert… To be enjoyed over and over again.