Books and gifts shops

A large selection of books, apparels and souvenirs.

With over 5000 items about the history of the 20th century and in particular the Second World War, this is the only bookstore in Normandy specializing exclusively on the theme.

The online Caen Memorial Museum bookshop also offers an extensive selection of the best books for all ages. About D-Day, the Battle of Normandy and the Second World War, but also the history of the twentieth century since the First World War to the present day, through decolonization and the Cold War. Discover a wide selection of souvenirs.

Opening times :

• The Caen Memorial Museum shop

• January 2–4, 2026: 9:00 am–6:00 pm, daily
• January 27–March 31, 2026: 9:00 am–6:00 pm, daily
• April 1–September 30, 2026: 9:00 am–7:00 pm, daily
• October 1–16, 2026: 9:30 am–6:00 pm, daily
• October 17–31, 2026: 9:30 am–7:00 pm, daily
• November 1–December 31, 2026: 9:30 am–6:00 pm, daily

Closed on Wednesdays in November and December, except November 11, December 23 and December 30.

• The Arromanches 360 circular cinema shop

• January 2–4, 2026: 10:00 am–5:00 pm, daily
• January 27–March 31, 2026: 10:00 am–5:00 pm, daily
• April 1–August 31, 2026: 10:00 am–6:00 pm, daily
• September 1–30, 2026: 10:00 am–5:30 pm, daily
• October 1–16, 2026: 10:00 am–5:00 pm, daily
• October 17–31, 2026: 10:00 am–5:30 pm, daily
• November 1–December 31, 2026: 10:00 am–5:00 pm, daily

Closed on Mondays in November and December, except December 21 and 28.