La Cité de la Mer: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide
Highlight
- Explore the world's largest nuclear ballistic missile submarine, a prized possession of the French Navy, that is open to the public
- Experience The Ocean of the Future, featuring interactive displays and remarkable aquariums across three floors, with the abyssal aquarium reaching 11 meters deep
- Take a journey through the Atlantic crossing of Cherbourg emigrants in Titanic, Return to Cherbourg, and gain insight into the aspirations of those seeking a new life in the Americas
Summary
Description
Found in the old Gare Maritime Transatlantique, La Cité de la Mer stands as the premiere Normandy destination celebrating humanity's maritime explorations and the profound emotions they evoke.
Explore amazing multimedia areas and impressive aquariums spread across three different floors, featuring a variety of distinctive exhibits for your enjoyment.
Experience once more the final hours of the Titanic and immerse yourself in the ambiance of the ship, enter the le Redoutable, the biggest accessible submarine globally, and learn about the ocean of tomorrow while investigating the ultimate untouched area on Earth.
Do not forget to explore the Art Deco auditorium for a film screening where you have the chance to learn about the Normandy coast, or listen to the story of Cherbourg's pivotal role during the liberation of Europe with a film focusing on the initial 20 days after the Battle of Normandy in 1944.
In September 2022, the Cité de la Mer was chosen as France's most beloved monument. Considering the presence of the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and The Palace of Versailles in the country, this is quite a significant achievement!
Explore the latest display called "Listening to the sea" focused on submarines and underwater sound, designed to enhance the experience of visiting Le Redoutable.
