Discover the Nantes History Museum

Located in the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, in the heart of the city, the Nantes History Museum offers a fascinating and entertaining insight into the past of the City of Dukes.

The Nantes History Museum

Explore the 32 rooms of the Nantes History Museum to learn more about the city's eventful history from its origins to the present day.

There are four themes to discover:

• The Atlantic slave trade and slavery
• The two world wars
• Industrialisation
• The Castle of the Dukes of Brittany

As well as a room dedicated to the Edict of Nantes. Children are not left out, with a space designed just for them: the Chamber of Dragons.

Temporary exhibitions also enrich the visit.

Take advantage of your visit to the Nantes History Museum to stroll around the grounds of the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany and walk around the ramparts to enjoy a unique view of the city of Nantes.

Practical information:

📍 4 place Marc Elder, 44 000 Nantes
🕒 Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
💸 Admission: €9/adult, €5 (reduced), free for under 18s. Free for all on the first Sunday of each month.

Your hotel near Nantes city centre

Just 15 minutes from the centre of Nantes, our Novella Carquefou hotel invites you to choose from two experiences tailored to your desires and budget:

• The Novella Premium range: 48 spacious and modern rooms in a recent building with an attractive wood-clad façade. 
• The Novella Comfort range: 40 simple and comfortable rooms with everything you need for a stay in Nantes.

 Enjoy a range of services to enhance your stay:

• A buffet breakfast with a wide selection of sweet and savoury items
• Free, unlimited Wi-Fi
• Free, secure parking with digital code access
• Flat-screen TVs in all rooms

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