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Musée de la Faïence
The Musée de la Faïence is home to one of the largest collections of porcelain in France. Items range from the Neolithic times to present day. Numerous delicate and ornate ceramics from the tables of 18th and 19th century local landowners are also displayed here. The museum is located in a stately 19th century home.
Address: 157 av. de Montredon Marseille France
 +33 4 91 72 43 47
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Musée Cantini
Musée Cantini hosts temporary exhibits of contemporary art, as well as a permanent collection. Modern art is the focus here, and masterpieces from Balthus, Masson, Marquet, Ernst, Derain and more have a permanent home here. A vareity of works from young international artists are also on display.
Address: 19 rue Grignan Marseille France
+33 4 91 54 77 75
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Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des Beaux-Arts is housed in the northern wing of the Palais Longchamp, which is home to an impressive fountain and collonade built during the Second Empire. Artwork from the 16th to 19th centuries is located here, and the paintings have been created by such artists as Rubens, Corot, Millet, Ingres, and David. The museum also has a permanent collection of approximately 80 sculptures and other objects d'art. Pierre Puget has an entire sculpture gallery devoted to him. Children under ten are admitted entry to the museum free of charge.
Address: In Palais Longchamp, on place Bernex Marseille France
+33 4 91 14 59 30
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Musée d'Histoire de Marseille
Archealogical excavations still go on in the gardens at Musée d'Histoire de Marseille. These excavations are an attempt to learn more of the ancient town of Massalia, which was founded by Greek sailors. Visitors will see many other exhibits as well, and these feature such items as pottery and coins.
Address: Centre Bourse, square Belsunce Marseille France
+33 4 91 90 42 22
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Musée d'Histoire Naturelle
The Musée d'Histoire Naturelle contains many exhibits showcasing natural history in the area. Geology, botany, zoology, and mineralogy are all examined here, and the focus is placed on how these elements affect the Mediterranean coastline around Marseille.
Address: In the Palais Longchamp, place Bernex Marseille France
+33 4 91 14 59 50
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Musée Grobet-Labadié
Musée Grobet-Labadié hosts an impressive collection of medieval Provencal and Burgundian sculptures, as well as exquisitve furniture from Louis XV and XVI. Among the other permanent exhibits are 16th and 17th century Italian and French faïence; 17th century Gobelin tapestries; and German, Italian, French and Flemish paintings from the 15th to 19th centuries. Children under 11 years of age are admitted free of charge.
Address: 140 bd. Longchamp Marseille France
+33 4 91 62 21 82
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