What to See & Do
(Lisieux Overall Appeal ★☆☆☆☆)
The Town’s appeal is mainly religious.
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | St. Thérèse of Lisieux Basilica | ★★★☆☆ | Basilica | Self | Free |
| 02 | St. Pierre of Lisieux Cathedral | ★★☆☆☆ | Cathedral | Self | Free |
| 03 | Carmel of Lisieux | ★☆☆☆☆ | Carmelite | Self | Free |
| 04 | Les Buissonets | ★☆☆☆☆ | House Museum | Self | Free |
| 05 | Lisieux History Museum | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - History | Self | Paid |
| 06 | Evêché Garden | ★☆☆☆☆ | Garden | Self | Free |
01. St. Thérèse of Lisieux Basilica
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Neo-Byzantine Basilica
Visit Self
Cost Free
This basilica, dedicated to Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in France. The architecture features neo-Byzantine style and is adorned with colorful mosaics inside.
02. St. Pierre Cathedral
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Gothci Cathedral
Visit Self
Cost Free
This historic cathedral, dating back to the 12th century, showcases a blend of mainly Gothic with some Romanesque architectural styles.
03. Carmel of Lisieux
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Carmeilte
Visit Self
Cost Free
The Carmelite convent is a key site of pilgrimage, where St. Thérèse lived as a nun. Visitors can explore the chapel, her preserved living quarters, and a museum that holds relics and personal items belonging to the her.
04. Les Buissonets
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type House Museum
Visit Self
Cost Free
This family home of St. Thérèse is now a museum that provides a personal glimpse into her early life before she entered the Carmelite convent. The house is preserved much as it was during her time.
05. Lisieux History Museum
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type History Museum
Visit Self
Cost Paid
This museum dives into Lisieux’s history with artifacts, documents, and exhibits from ancient times to today.
06. Evêché Garden
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type A
Visit Self
Cost Free
These gardens used to be part of the Episcopal palace.
