WHAT TO SEE & DO
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Prehistory Museum | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Museum + Panorama | Self | Paid € |
| 2 | Roc de Cazelle | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Theme Park | Self | Paid € |
| 3 | Cro-Magnon Shelter | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Prehistoric Shelter | Self | Paid € |
| 4 | Laugerie-Basse Shelter | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Prehistoric Shelter | Self | Paid € |
| 5 | Prehistory Center | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Museum - Prehistory | Self | Free |
| 6 | Grand Roc Cave | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Cave | Guided | Paid € |
| 7 | St. Martin Church | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Church | Self | Free |
1. National Prehistory Museum
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Prehistory Museum + Panorama
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free
French Name
Musée National de la Préhistoire
Founded in 1926, the museum showcases the results of excavations carried out at all the surrounding sites.
Life-size reconstructions, bones, tools, and artifacts (including those discovered in the Lascaux cave) allow visitors to explore in a fun and chronological manner the origins of humans and art, their lifestyles, habitats, and more.
The museum also features a panoramic view of the Dordogne Valley from its terrace.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
2. Roc de Cazelle
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Theme Park
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Grottes du Roc de Cazelle
Roc de Cazelle is now an archaeological theme park situated on a site that was inhabited since prehistoric times, adapted into a fortress during the Middle Ages, and later converted into a civilian residence. It recreates life in different eras through a series of immersive exhibits.
During summer, visitors can participate in interactive experiences related to ancient tools and crafts.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
3. Cro-Magnon Shelter
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Prehistoric Shelter
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Abri de Cro-Magnon
This prehistoric shelter is significant for its archaeological findings, including evidence of early human habitation. While it might appeal more to enthusiasts of prehistory, it offers a glimpse into the lives of Cro-Magnon people. The site provides context for understanding early human settlements.
4. Laugerie-Basse Shelter
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Prehistoric Shelter
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Laugerie-Basse
Laugerie-Basse is an archaeological site featuring a prehistoric shelter with evidence of ancient human occupation. The shelter offers insights into how prehistoric people lived and adapted to their surroundings.
5. Prehistory Center
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Prehistory Museum
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free
French Name
Pôle d’Interprétation de la Préhistoire
The Prehistory Center in Les Eyzies focuses on the broader aspects of prehistoric life with exhibits on various prehistoric periods. It provides educational resources and displays related to early human history and culture.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
6. Grand Roc Cave
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Cave
Visit Guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Grotte du Grand Roc
Known for its impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations, Grand Roc Cave is a natural wonder that attracts those interested in geological formations.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
7. St. Martin Church
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Church
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free
French Names
Église Saint-Martin de Tayac
Église Fortifiée Saint-Martin
The Romanesque building, constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries, is notable for being a fortified medieval church, as evidenced by its architecture.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
Other Prehistoric Sites
There are other prehistoric sites in Les Eyzies and the surrounding area listed below.
They are accessible only through paid guided visits.
⚙️ Reservations must be made in advance on this page.
Grotte de Font-de-Gaume
Grotte des Combarelles
Abri du Cap-Blanc
Abri Poisson
Gisement de Laugerie-Haute
Gisement de la Micoque
Gisement du Moustier
Gisement de La Ferrassie
OTHER THINGS TO DO IN DORDOGNE
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Things to Do in Beynac-et-Cazenac Village
Things to Do in Brantôme Village
Things to Do in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle Village
Things to Do in (Les) Eyzies (Prehistoric Sites)
Things to Do in Limeuil Village
Things to Do in Monpazier Village
Things to Do in Périgueux Town
