Are there good museums in Rouen?

Yes, Rouen has many strong museums. They are especially good for fine art and for local history. The city also feels like a real cultural centre. It is smaller than bigger capitals, but it still delivers a lot.

The standout institutions include:

• Musée des Beaux-Arts: This site has one of the strongest public art collections in France. You can see works by Caravaggio, Rubens, and Monet.
• Historial Jeanne d’Arc: This museum uses many formats to bring the story of Joan of Arc to life. It looks at her trial and the impact she left behind.
• Musée Le Secq des Tournelles: You visit this museum in an old church. It is known far beyond the region for one focus: ironwork made by hand, with fine detail.