Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
Apr–Oct
Typical Duration
7-17 nights
Price Range
From $2,583 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Honfleur is a picturesque Norman port town famous for its charming harbor, historic architecture, and as a gateway to Paris and the Seine River valley on luxury river and ocean cruises.
Cruises that visit Honfleur
- cruises to Honfleur
- Honfleur sailings
- Honfleur cruises
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 12-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 13-night Silversea cruise
Build Your Day in Honfleur
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Port of Honfleur
Onsite services
Plage d’Étretat
Onsite services
Plage du Havre
Recreational beach for swims & sunsets
Plage de Cabourg
Honfleur Normandy Outlet
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Église Sainte Catherine
Largest all-timber church in France
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Plage de Trouville sur Mer
Plage du Butin
Family-friendly beach with play area
Le Jardin des Personnalités
Closes soon · 9 PM
Naturospace Honfleur
Modern indoor butterfly & plant complex
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
L'Escale
Terrific - everything / generous plates and excellent food - very friendly.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Le Bistro du Port
Classic portside locale for seafood
Restaurant La Cidrerie Honfleur
Dine-in·No delivery
Côté Resto
Excellent French food, pleasant atmosphere and service
Nike Factory Store Honfleur
Mainstay for athletic apparel & footwear
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Carrefour Market Honfleur
Same-day delivery·On-site parking·Credit cards
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
Plage de Trouville
Mamie Louise
The food is amazing, great atmosphere and very nice people.
Closes soon · 9 PM
L Envie
Fantastic welcome, impeccable service and delicious food!
Le Jardin Retrouvé
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Galeries Lafayette Outlet Honfleur
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
The Vintage Café
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Chez Justine et Quentin
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM Mon
Entre Terre Et Mer
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Restaurant SaQuaNa
Sleek pick for inventive French cuisine
L'Oxalis
Excellent food, excellent service in chic surroundings
Panorama du Mont-Joli
Maisons Satie
Museum of a famous, avant-garde composer
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
L'Absinthe Restaurant
Dine-in·No delivery
Restaurant Le Vieux Honfleur
Excellent food, great service and perfect location.
Restaurant La Lieutenance
High-end dining with a focus on seafood
Honfleur Tourist Office
Online appointments·Onsite services not available
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Huître Brûlée
Excellent wine list, spectacular cuisine and friendly service.
L'Endroit
Homey regional cuisine in airy surrounds
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Lou Cabana
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
La droguerie 1904/L’ecailleur
Food is incredible and the service is the FRIENDLIEST IN ALL OF FRANCE!
Closed · Opens 12 PM Mon
Le Perroquet Vert
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Le Brunch Café
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
La Taberna
Classic tapas in a relaxed eatery
Closed · Opens 6 PM Mon
Chez D.D.
Dine-in·No delivery
La Tortue
Charming locale for classic cuisine
Closes soon · 9 PM
L'art Du Bistrot
The food, service and ambiance were all top-notch.
Restaurant L'Atre "La Table de Julien" Honfleur
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Villerville Beach
La Fleur de Sel
Refined setting for French fine dining
Closes soon · 9 PM
4 mats
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
L.A.B - Restaurant Brunch Honfleur
Dine-in·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Jardin du Tripot
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Au Jardin des Curiosithés
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Au p'tit mareyeur
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Le Lingot
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6:30 PM Tue
La Halle
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
L'Atelier
Dine-in·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
La Mère Poule
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Les Demoiselles
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
La Maison Du Tripot - Brunch/Lunch
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Wed
La Lieutenance
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Le Vieux-Bassin
Onsite services
Polopocco
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Sauvage
Limited seating but the food was exceptional, flavorful and fresh!
Vieux Phare de Honfleur
Open now
PXP™ - PROJECT X PARIS™ - HONFLEUR
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
adidas Outlet Store Honfleur, Honfleur Normandy Outlet
Athletic wear & shoes
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
L'assiette Normande
Dine-in·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Les Impressionnistes - La Ferme Saint Siméon ***** - Restaurant Gastronomique
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
L'union fait la force, bar à huîtres
Dine-in·No delivery
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Plage de Pennedepie
Open now
La Serre aux Fleurs
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Honfleur centre historique
MADDY'S PUB
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Terre de Marins Honfleur
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Brume - Lounge Bar & Cocktails
No takeout·No delivery
Plage des Marais de Pennedepie
Volcom Store Honfleur
Surf, skate & snowboard apparel
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Café Mathilde
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Honfleur mon coeur
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Mon
Carrousel Palace 1900
HO BEZOTS
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
LA MAISON DES SOEURS GOURMANDES
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Presqu'île Claude Monet
L'atelier égaré
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Mon
Kashtanka (dog from Tchekhov's story)
Honfleur
Casco histórico de Honfleur
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Honfleur
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Honfleur
Honfleur has emerged as a charming Seine River port serving eight major cruise lines, including Viking Ocean Cruises, Emerald Cruises, and Silversea. With 133 upcoming cruises and a steady calendar of departures, particularly during the spring and fall months, this Norman port offers excellent accessibility for river cruise enthusiasts. While primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, Honfleur serves as a perfect launching point for exploring the Seine Valley and beyond, with popular itineraries extending to Paris, London, Rouen, and other iconic destinations throughout Northern France and England.
Most cruises from Honfleur span seven nights, allowing passengers ample time to experience the region's rich cultural offerings. Ashore, visitors discover a picturesque harbor lined with pastel-colored buildings and lively waterfront cafés, while the town's artistic heritage and proximity to the Normandy countryside provide endless exploration opportunities. Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Honfleur's intimate scale and strategic location make it an ideal base for discovering the best of Northern Europe.
Most cruises from Honfleur span seven nights, allowing passengers ample time to experience the region's rich cultural offerings. Ashore, visitors discover a picturesque harbor lined with pastel-colored buildings and lively waterfront cafés, while the town's artistic heritage and proximity to the Normandy countryside provide endless exploration opportunities. Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Honfleur's intimate scale and strategic location make it an ideal base for discovering the best of Northern Europe.
Cruise Lines at Honfleur
- Emerald Cruises (113 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (34 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (9 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (7 cruises)
- Silversea (6 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (4 cruises)
- Seabourn (4 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (2 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Honfleur
Cruises Visiting Honfleur
Ship Schedule at Honfleur
Honfleur Location
Other Cruise Ports in France
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honfleur known for?
Honfleur is famed for its picturesque harbor, half-timbered houses, and Renaissance architecture around the Vieux Bassin.
When is the best time to visit Honfleur?
Spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds; summer brings lively harbor life.
How can I reach Honfleur from Paris?
Drive via A13 and N13 or take regional trains to nearby stations, then a short bus or taxi.
What are major sights near Honfleur’s Vieux Bassin?
Enjoy the harbor, Saint-Catherine's Church, and the charming local boutiques along cobblestone streets.