My parents loved the seaside village of Honfleur on their visit to Normandy. It is a fishing port but it has also been popular with artists because of the quality of the light there. My folks enjoyed strolling through the galleries. They stayed at the Hotel du Cheval Blanc and highly recommend it http://www.hotel-honfleur.com/versionGB/GBaccueil.htm

Have a great trip! Mark in Los Angeles