One extra day in Bayeux

Go Check out Lisieux it is an hour away but you have to transfer in Caem
here is the information
http://en.normandie-tourisme.fr/lisieux-216-2.html

Bayeux itself is a fun, enjoyable town to explore. Hope you've scheduled time for that. There's the cathedral, Bayeux tapestry, the best WWII museum imo, British cemetery and the charming town itself.

I enjoyed the seaside town of Arromanches. They have an interesting D-Day museum and you still can see the remnants of the mulberry harbor.

We stayed in Bayeux and loved that town. The cathedral there is beautiful and the lace museum is right across the street from the front door of the cathedral. The Bayeux tapestry was fascinating......we knew we needed to see it but it was much more interesting than we thought it would be. We also made a point to go back to the American cemetery after the DDay tour we took and were so glad we did. We also went to the British cemetery and the German cemetery. It was amazing to see the 3 and the differences in each after taking our DDay tour. I think seeing all 3 cemeteries would be time well spent if you are interested in DDay history.

If your tour does not include it, my suggestion would also be Arromanches.

We can second the suggestions regarding other activities in Bayeux. (One afternoon we stumbled on a very pleasant walk. Starting behind the TI office, follow the river toward the edge of town. Nothing historic, just a quiet stroll along the well-maintained riverwalk and a view of residential Bayeux. An hour or less depending on pace and loitering.)

Also, if you get the rental car (highly recommended for seeing more of the countryside): we enjoyed a day-trip that started early with the drive to Honfleur (breakfast on the harbour; walked around (wife shopped); we were so charmed by the scene around the harbour, we forgot to visit Saint Catherine's Church, but should have). The RS TV video on Normandy includes Honfleur highlights. We spent the afternoon driving around the Pays d'Auge (just south of the Motorway on your way back toward Bayeux), lunching in Cambremer (Au P'tit Normand - terrific), and just wandering the cider and cheese routes. Were still back in Bayeux by dinner time. (More info on this area: http://www.france-voyage.com/tourism/pays-auge-146.htm)

Thanks, everyone! I appreciate your suggestions. Will definitely look into a few.

Any "locals only" suggestions that would reveal a hidden treasure? He's the war history buff and our D-Day tour will hit his sweet spot (and some of your suggestions would be the icing on the cake!), but I'm looking for more local flavor about the history of the area and its people...or even what's so special about the area even if it's new.

Thanks again!

"He's the war history buff..." In that case I would suggest seeing both museums on D-Day and Normandy in Bayeux and Caen. . For the person who knows the history well, I suggest the Caen Museum, especially if you want overkill information coverage. I've only been to Caen Museum once but twice to the Bayeux Museum, both are good and worth your time. In Bayeux spend one day exploring the town, seeing British cemetery, the museum on the D-Day, true with a more concise coverage, and the cathedral.

I second spending time in Bayeux, it is a great town to walk around and the Tapestry Museum and the Military Museum as well as the British Cemetery will easily make a day.
Mike