Juno Beach Centre
Juno Beach Centre
4.5
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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Canadian World War II memorial museum features interactive animations and a dramatic eight-foot bronze sculpture entitled "Remembrance and Renewal."
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- TrailBlazer403553Slave Lake, Canada1 contributionLest we forgetThe highlight of my European tour was the Normandy part as My father was there. The Juno Beach centre was the highlight of that part. From the ride in the landing ship start to the film at the end this was a humbling experience . We were the only Canadians in our group but there wasn't a dry eye in the place at the end . "They Walk with Me " was a powerful ending to a world class memorial.Dear Visitor, Thank you for your amazing feedback, we are glad your visit went so well and we appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review that highlights all that we offer here at the Juno Beach Centre. Hope to see you again at Juno, Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation ManagerWritten November 11, 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2023Travelled with familyWritten November 11, 2023
- Laurel MCalgary, Canada843 contributionsThis is the best museum I’ve been to. 100% Canadian!I had prebooked a timed guided tour online and Madison took a group of 10, all Canadians in this case, to 2 German bunkers and to the beach where the Canadian forces landed on D Day. You can’t go underground into the bunkers without a guide. So many interesting tidbits inside. She said the bunkers along the Atlantic Wall could be built so quickly as the area commander could choose what he wanted, prefab, like IKEA and then force the locals to put them together. After our 45 minute tour, we went through the museum. Price is included with the guided tour. The museum isn’t huge, which is nice, very well laid out, and doesn’t bombard you with so much information. But there are still great displays on what Canada was like pre war, the why’s and wherefores of Canadians and then of course entering WW11. Very well done. The movie at the end is extremely moving and brought tears to many eyes. The gift shop at the end has lots of great souvenirs including a wall with Canadian food products! And after being in northern Belgium and France for 10 days, it was so nice to hear Canadian accents! As a Canadian I felt very proud of what had been accomplished at Juno Beach and this centre is well worth a visit.Dear Visitor, Thank you for your feedback, we are glad your visit went so well and we appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review that highlights all that we offer here at the Juno Beach Centre. Hope to see you again at Juno, Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation ManagerWritten May 22, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten May 21, 2024
- Elizabeth MVancouver, Canada29 contributionsStorming Juno movie a wonderful insight into the Canadian landingsWe went as we're Canadian and although less frequented than other beaches and centres we found it very moving. We went for the free viewing of Storming Juno which was simply outstanding. Thank you for this opportunity. We didn't go into the museum - no need to after watching the documentary which brought to life the incredible sacrifice of 1000 of the 16 000 Canadians who fought for freedomVisited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten August 1, 2024
- Jim R21 contributionsThoughtful and engaging for all the familyWe went with three under 8 for an intro to D-Day based on a recommendation from Ouistreham tourist info. Great window not just into the events but also the war from a Canadian point of view. Kids very engaged, excellent videos an interactive point scoring games. The three year old just about made it... Didn't hurt that all the staff were naturally bilingual. I learnt quite a bit, would definitely recommend.Dear Visitor, Thank you for your feedback, we are glad your visit went so well and we appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review that highlights all that we offer here at the Juno Beach Centre. Hope to see you again at Juno, Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation ManagerWritten August 13, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten August 12, 2024
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davey1949
Pickering, Canada645 contributions
Aug 2019
Good tour of the area with lots of bunkers and outposts excavated and redone. The museum was OK - seemed like it was trying too hard to be inclusive and politically correct with a lot of exhibits that had nothing to do with D-Day. There are definitely better museums in Normandy. Go id you are in the area, but don't make a special trip there.
Written June 30, 2020
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Hester W
Utrecht Province, The Netherlands286 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
This museum is very informative, well set out and wel worth the 7,50 euro entry fee. Max and his colleagues make you feel welcome and have answers to all your questions. We saw the temporary exhibit first and learned a lot about Operation Jubilee. Next we visited the main exhibition, it start with a short film and than takes you on a one direction walk. I liked that it started with information about pre-WWII Canada. Later on I enjoyed the short films interviewing veterans, very important documentation. In the last hall Canadians from all back grounds tell you about their country today. All in all my 15yo and I are very happy we visited.
Written July 25, 2023
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Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your feedback, we are glad your visit went so well and we appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review that highlights all that we offer here at the Juno Beach Centre.
Hope to see you again at Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manager
Written July 26, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
HannahSLondon
London33 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
The history starts as you approach, if you walk along the beach and enter across the dunes you get the full experience of seeing the bunkers and tanks / guns and the memorial before you go in.
The staff were great, friendly and knowledgeable, it was well priced for what you got with plenty of interaction for the kids and quizzes throughout. The initial immersive video is a great introduction and the final video a really moving story of the Canadian sacrifice on DDay. We went to this museum on day 1 of our 4 day visit and it was a perfect introduction for us.
The staff were great, friendly and knowledgeable, it was well priced for what you got with plenty of interaction for the kids and quizzes throughout. The initial immersive video is a great introduction and the final video a really moving story of the Canadian sacrifice on DDay. We went to this museum on day 1 of our 4 day visit and it was a perfect introduction for us.
Written October 28, 2022
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Dear visitor,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. We are glad you had a great experience at the museum. As a not-for-profit museum, we appreciate your support. Hope to see you again at Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manager
Written November 3, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Tally
Guernsey, UK39 contributions
Jul 2023
Maybe the lest known of the Normandy Beaches but certainly not one to be missed.
The museum is interesting and well laid out giving another perspective on the D Day landings.
The tours of the bunkers and beach are given by young Canadians all of whom I am sure are excellent at what they do.
However I can only comment on Jean-Philippe who lead our tour, his passion and enthusiasm for the tour shone through from the onset, only matched by his depth of knowledge. The personal touch he adds at the end is very heartfelt and moving. ( even for someone who is very familiar with the history of the 2nd World War)
There were several young people on the tour and Jean-Philippe held their attention through out. ( not always an easy thing to do)
As you may have guessed I would highly recommend this tour.
The museum is interesting and well laid out giving another perspective on the D Day landings.
The tours of the bunkers and beach are given by young Canadians all of whom I am sure are excellent at what they do.
However I can only comment on Jean-Philippe who lead our tour, his passion and enthusiasm for the tour shone through from the onset, only matched by his depth of knowledge. The personal touch he adds at the end is very heartfelt and moving. ( even for someone who is very familiar with the history of the 2nd World War)
There were several young people on the tour and Jean-Philippe held their attention through out. ( not always an easy thing to do)
As you may have guessed I would highly recommend this tour.
Written July 15, 2023
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Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your feedback, we are glad your visit went so well and we appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review that highlights all that we offer here at the Juno Beach Centre.
Hope to see you again at Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manager
Written July 16, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
epipon1969
215 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
A fascinating glimpse into the Juno beach raid by the Canadian forces, the display and artifacts are well laid out with stories of how Canada got involved and the impact they had on the French people. This museum does not have the military hardware that you would find and the Overlord museum but for someone that wants to learn more about Canadian history and it’s people it is well worth a visit. Not the easiest place to find as it could do with more signage. While you are there walk over to the Charles de Gaulle monument, there is no mention of it on trip advisor so have added it to this review as he is mentioned in the museum along with photos when he arrived back in to France on Juno beach
Written November 17, 2022
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Dear visitor,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. We are glad you had a great experience at the museum. As a not-for-profit museum, we appreciate your support. Hope to see you again at Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manage
Written November 18, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,634 contributions
Oct 2021
The Juno beach visitor center stands just by the famous landing beach where the Canadian troops landed on D-day.
The center is modern in design explaining the history and importance of that historic day. Great monuments around it, as well many monument pillars with victims names inscribed - a very solemn and glorious place.
The center is modern in design explaining the history and importance of that historic day. Great monuments around it, as well many monument pillars with victims names inscribed - a very solemn and glorious place.
Written December 21, 2021
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Dale6284
Calgary, Canada368 contributions
Aug 2022
As Canadians visiting D Day sites in Normandy, a stop at the Juno Beach Centre was at the top of our list. The museum, with its immersive D Day video presentation and the guided tour of the bunkers in the area, was compelling. My wife and I were filled with emotions. We were saddened, moved and deeply grateful for the tremendous sacrifice made by so many fellow Canadians at this very place in 1944. This is a must visit for anyone visiting D Day sites. Allow at least 3 hours.
Written August 27, 2022
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Dear visitor,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. We are glad you had a great experience at the museum. As a not-for-profit museum, we appreciate your support. Hope to see you again at Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manager
Written August 30, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
R1chardN
Surbiton, UK627 contributions
Oct 2022
This is an interesting museum as it gives an insight into the Canadian involvement in WW2 that I had not appreciated.
The museum is not as large as some of the museums along this coast and does not have the same number of exhibits but the personal stories and the way it tracks the history has an equal impact.
The film at the end is very stark and thought provoking.
After our visit we walked by the beach for a little way but did not take the added escorted visit to the bunkers. This was just personal choice.
We were there for about an hour and a half. The museum is well worth the visit.
The museum is not as large as some of the museums along this coast and does not have the same number of exhibits but the personal stories and the way it tracks the history has an equal impact.
The film at the end is very stark and thought provoking.
After our visit we walked by the beach for a little way but did not take the added escorted visit to the bunkers. This was just personal choice.
We were there for about an hour and a half. The museum is well worth the visit.
Written October 27, 2022
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Dear visitor,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. We are glad you had a great experience at the museum. As a not-for-profit museum, we appreciate your support. Hope to see you again at Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manager
Written November 3, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Chez
53 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
It’s a go if in area centre, nothing that isn’t in any of the other museums and a lot of stuff not related to the war but to Canadian life. They do a bunker tour but I was not waiting about for that. Beach is very little to show for what happened there.
Written October 28, 2021
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JohnCasey29
Filey, UK728 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
We stayed in Courseilles sur mar do this was only a 10 minute stroll from our hotel.
The good this about the museum is that is staffed by Canadian students so this was, to me, very interesting. Our guide to the bunkers was Ellie I think and she was very knowledgeable. The museum itself is jam-packed with exhibits from the Juno landings with films shown in French and English.
Well worth a visit
The good this about the museum is that is staffed by Canadian students so this was, to me, very interesting. Our guide to the bunkers was Ellie I think and she was very knowledgeable. The museum itself is jam-packed with exhibits from the Juno landings with films shown in French and English.
Well worth a visit
Written October 29, 2024
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Dear John,
Thank you so much for your feedback, we are glad your visit went so well and we appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review.
Best from Juno,
Catherine, Visitor Services and Interpretation Manager
Written November 4, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Is it possible to visit the beach and area without going inside the museum or taking the tour?
Written May 27, 2019
Yes, but you may miss the flavor of history.
Written May 28, 2019
Y a t il un magasin souvenir ?
Written April 11, 2019
Oui avec des articles canadien de surcroît.
Written April 11, 2019
Ciao, scusa vedo solo ora. E' il museo più nuovo che abbia visitato in Normandia. Credo sia accessibile anche in sedia a rotelle. Inoltre ci lavorano tanti giovani canadesi molto disponibili. Sono certa che in caso di bisogno troverete l'aiuto necessario.
Written August 21, 2018
Planning a trip to Paris in October. It's only a short 2 1/2 days in Paris. I'd love to get to Juno Beach to show my respects and express my thanks. I def. don't want to rush the trip but time will be an issue. To get there and back from Paris and take in the sites how much time should I allocate? How much did it cost to rent a car? Tolls? etc.
Any help you could give is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Written June 6, 2018
This can be done in one day but you will miss a lot. The drive is over 3 hours and you could see a lot in 4 to six hours. Plus you need time for lunch by the sea. It is unfortunate not to see the US and British beaches, but you can not do it all in half a day.
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If you have deep pockets hire a guide otherwise be sure to at least get a good guide book ahead of time.
Written June 6, 2018
Buongiorno, è possibile accedere almeno al parco ed al bunker esterno con il cane al guinzaglio? Grazie
Written December 17, 2017
Scusa il ritardo ma si ,penso di si ,può accedere con cane al guinzaglio
Written February 24, 2018
We are on a Cruise docking at Le Havre on Sunday, April 30th - We want to tour Juno Beach and we're thinking of renting a car but they all seem to be closed on Sunday. Also Viator tours are very expensive for car & Guide. do you have any suggestions?
Written March 19, 2017
Thank you for your email and for your interest in the visiting the Juno Beach Centre.
If you are interested in a tour to the Juno Beach Centre and extending into the Juno sector including transportation, I suggest you inquire with one of the tour companies listed on our website (undering the headings Tourist Information -- guided tours of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy sites). Notably, Normandy Siteseeing Tours or ACSM as they can provide pick-ups from the cruise docks.
I hope this information has been helpful and I remain at your disposal should you require any additional information.
Best regards,
Rebecca LE SAVOUREUX
Sales Manager
Juno Beach Centre
Written March 20, 2017
We will be coming to Caen via train mid morning. Wondering if our best bet to get to Juno Beach is a taxi? Is it easy to find a taxi, and will they be available for the return trip as well?
Written May 11, 2016
Not really Normandy is better by car, and usually there's rain in that area, lots to see in the area!
Written July 1, 2016
Hi..fellow Canuck here..are there guides one can hire for a more personalized tour of the area around the museum and the beach? TY, Scott
Written July 6, 2015
Thank you for your email and for your interest in the visiting the Juno Beach Centre and I apologize for my delay in replying (the email from Tripadvisor was missed by my colleagues during my vacation). As part of our regular offer here at the museum, our guided tours of Juno Park bunkers are in fact scheduled at 10h30, 11h30, 14h30 and 16h30 in English (from July 1st to August 31st).
To attend one of these tours, you simply need to arrive minimum 20 minutes before the tour in order to purchase your tickets at the boutique and have the time to get to the meeting point outside. Alternatively, you may come an hour and a half early and start with visiting the museum. For information on ticket prices, please consult this section of our website. Notably, the combined ticket for the museum and the guided tour of Juno Park is 11€ for adults and 9€ for 8-18 year olds. There is also a Family Pass rate including the museum and the bunker visit at 33€ for up to 3 children and 2 adults.
If you are interested in a tour extending inland into the Juno sector including transportation, I suggest you inquire with one of the tour companies listed on our website (undering the headings Tourist Information -- guided tours of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy sites.
I hope this information has been helpful and I remain at your disposal should you require any additional information.
Best regards,
Rebecca LE SAVOUREUX
Customer Service Manager
Juno Beach Centre
Written July 20, 2015
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