Which museums to visit in Nantes?
Near the banks of the Loire, Nantes charms visitors all year round with its many museums.
Discover our selection to enjoy an unforgettable stay in Loire-Atlantique.
At the crossroads of the imaginary worlds of Jules Verne and the mechanics of Leonardo da Vinci, the Machines de l’île have become the emblem of the city of Nantes.
You will discover a gallery composed of funny wooden and metal animals such as a 12-meter-high elephant or a heron with an 8-meter wingspan.
Between technical prowess and poetry, this unique place in France will amaze young and old alike!
-Grand Éléphant ride: from €7.50 to €9.50. Free for children under 4.
In the heart of the medieval district of Nantes, discover this major site of French history, nestled in the castle of the Dukes of Brittany.
You can admire models of the city, as well as more than 1,150 collectibles spread across 32 rooms.
The sections on the Atlantic Slave Trade and slavery, as well as the two world wars, are particularly renowned.
This is one of the must-see places that should please the whole family.
This museum has a wide variety of treasures including 1,000 specimens of vertebrate animals such as the skeleton of a 12-meter whale, but also meteorites and a collection of mollusks.
As a family, enjoy workshops and activities from 18 months to 18 years old.
Practical information
Located on the heights of the Chantenay district, this museum immerses you in the world of the famous Nantes writer through a whole series of manuscripts, books and illustrations.
There is no doubt that readers of Jules Verne will be inspired by this unique and unmissable place
Located in the historic centre of Nantes, the Hôtel Graslin is ideally located for visiting the city and its museums on foot.
You will be delighted to relax in one of the spacious rooms with contemporary decoration.
And why not enjoy one of the breakfast packages in the morning to start your day off right!
Discover our selection to enjoy an unforgettable stay in Loire-Atlantique.
Les Machines de l’Ile
At the crossroads of the imaginary worlds of Jules Verne and the mechanics of Leonardo da Vinci, the Machines de l’île have become the emblem of the city of Nantes.
You will discover a gallery composed of funny wooden and metal animals such as a 12-meter-high elephant or a heron with an 8-meter wingspan.
Between technical prowess and poetry, this unique place in France will amaze young and old alike!
Practical information
- 📍 Address: Parc des Chantiers Bd Léon Bureau 44 200 Nantes
- 💵 Prices:
-Grand Éléphant ride: from €7.50 to €9.50. Free for children under 4.
- ⌚️Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (note that opening hours may vary depending on the season).
The Nantes History Museum
In the heart of the medieval district of Nantes, discover this major site of French history, nestled in the castle of the Dukes of Brittany.
You can admire models of the city, as well as more than 1,150 collectibles spread across 32 rooms.
The sections on the Atlantic Slave Trade and slavery, as well as the two world wars, are particularly renowned.
Practical information
- 📍 Address: Château des Ducs de Bretagne 4 place Marc Elder 44 000 Nantes
- ⌚️ Opening hours: open all year from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. except Mondays
- 💵Prices: from €5 to €9. Free for children under 18.
The Natural History Museum
This is one of the must-see places that should please the whole family.
This museum has a wide variety of treasures including 1,000 specimens of vertebrate animals such as the skeleton of a 12-meter whale, but also meteorites and a collection of mollusks.
As a family, enjoy workshops and activities from 18 months to 18 years old.
Practical information
- 📍Address: 12 rue Voltaire 44 000 Nantes
- ⌚️Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. except Tuesdays
- 💵Prices: €2 to €5. Free for children under 18.
The Jules Verne Museum
Located on the heights of the Chantenay district, this museum immerses you in the world of the famous Nantes writer through a whole series of manuscripts, books and illustrations.
There is no doubt that readers of Jules Verne will be inspired by this unique and unmissable place
Practical information
- 📍Address: Jules Verne Museum 3 rue de l’Hermitage 44 100 Nantes
- ⌚️Opening hours: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. except Tuesdays. Open on Saturdays from 10 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
- 💵Prices: from €1.50 to €4. Free for children under 18.
Book your hotel in Nantes city centre
Located in the historic centre of Nantes, the Hôtel Graslin is ideally located for visiting the city and its museums on foot.
You will be delighted to relax in one of the spacious rooms with contemporary decoration.
And why not enjoy one of the breakfast packages in the morning to start your day off right!
