Visit to the Nantes Museum of Art
For lovers of ancient and contemporary art! In the heart of the historic centre, the Musée d'Arts de Nantes boasts an impressive collection of works by the greatest artists from the 13th to the 19th century.
The museum of modern art of Nantes is unique in displaying 13,000 works from the 13th to the 19th century. Take a journey through nine centuries of history, from ancient paintings to contemporary works of art.
Discover a permanent collection covering four periods:
The museum of modern art of Nantes is open every day except Tuesday from 11am to 7pm.
On Thursdays, a nocturne allows you to extend your visit until 9pm.
Admission charges
The Novella Carquefou hotel complex is located just 15 minutes from Nantes city centre. We offer two hotels to suit all tastes and budgets:
Discover the museum of modern art of Nantes
What can you see at the museum of modern art of Nantes?
The museum of modern art of Nantes is unique in displaying 13,000 works from the 13th to the 19th century. Take a journey through nine centuries of history, from ancient paintings to contemporary works of art.
Discover a permanent collection covering four periods:
- Ancient art, including three masterpieces by the famous painter Georges de La Tour
- The 19th century: from neo-classicism to realism and impressionism, with works by Gustave Courbet, Claude Monet, Auguste Rodin and Eugène Delacroix.
- Modern art, with its emphasis on surrealism and abstraction.
- Contemporary art in the contemporary setting of the Cube, a new 2,000m2 building.
- In addition to its permanent collections, the Musée d'Arts de Nantes presents temporary exhibitions throughout the year.
The museum of modern art in practice
The museum of modern art of Nantes is open every day except Tuesday from 11am to 7pm.
On Thursdays, a nocturne allows you to extend your visit until 9pm.
Admission charges
- 9€/adult
- 4€ for young people (aged 18-25) and for all visitors 1 hour before closing time.
Your stay in Nantes
The Novella Carquefou hotel complex is located just 15 minutes from Nantes city centre. We offer two hotels to suit all tastes and budgets:
- The Novella City Premium *** hotel invites you to discover 48 top-of-the-range rooms combining wood and warm colours. The family room is particularly suitable for four people.
- The Novella City Confort ** hotel offers 40 spacious rooms in three categories (Confort, Supérieure and Club Affaire). Special mention for the new bedding!
