Allgemeine Informationen
The beautiful city of Nice has more than fifteen museums and rich collections that will have everything to please you
NATIONAL MUSEUM MARC CHAGALL NICE
National museum Marc Chagall is one of the most popular museums in Nizza, it stands out as a stunning monument to one of France’s greatest artists. Inside you will find a wide range of stunning canvases (some portraying the Old Testament), tapestries and lithographs.
Entry is 7.50€, with discounts for students available.
Avenue du Docteur Ménard
Open from May to October: 10h-18h November to April: 10h-17h
OCEANOGRAPHIC MUSEUM OF MONACO
The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco is situated on the edge of the Mediterranean (literally), this impressive building houses both an aquarium and the oceanographic museum. View a wide range of current species, and discover everything that you wanted to know about the ancient species that are on display.
Entry: 14€ for adults and 7€ for children.
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Access: Bus 100
Open every day 10h-19h
MATISSE MUSEUM NICE
Having been renovated a few years ago, this museum contains many works by Matisse which he donated following his death in 1954.
Entry starts from 5€.
164, avenue des Arenes de Cimiez
Access: Bus No. 15-17-20-22-25: stop Arenas / Matisse Museum
http://www.musee-matisse-nice.org
Open every day from 10h to 18h
MAEGHT FOUNDATION, ST PAUL DE VENCE
The Foundation Maeght is a must-see if you are in St Paul de Vence, particularly if you are an art enthusiast. This museum hosts a magnitude of paintings and sculptures for some of the most famous artists in history, including Bonnard, Chagall, and Adami.
623 Chemin des Gardettes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence
http://www.fondation-maeght.com/
Open every day 10h-6h
ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM NICE
Located a short distance from the Matisse Museum, the Musée Archeologique and its Roman Ruins have free entry. It truly is a fascinating insight into Roman history. Whilst you are there, don’t forget to go for a walk around Franciscan Park, plus a visit to the monastery too.
160, avenue des Arenes de Cimiez
http://nice.fr/Culture/Musees-et-expositions/Musee-d-archeologie-de-Nice
Open every day from 10h to 18h
PICASSO MUSEUM ANTIBES
Dedicated to possibly the most celebrated artist ever, this museum sits in a breathtaking location in Antibes’ Old Town. Picasso produced some of his greatest works here, and this building remains a shrine to his masterpieces.
Picasso Museum Antibes
Place Mariejol, Antibes
Access: Train from ‘Nice-Ville’ train station 15mins approx
http://www.antibes-juanlespins.com/les-musees/picasso
Open every day except Monday 10h – 12h then 14h–18h
MUSEUM OF MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ART (MAMAC) NICE
Located just off Garibaldi square, this colossal building is home to a wide variety of modern art examples (Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein to name just a few) dating back to 1950. Not only is there art, but also magnificent views of the city itself.
Promenade des Arts – Place Yves Klein
Access: Tram stop Garibaldi Cathedral,
Open every day from 10h to 18h
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