10 Museums in Nantes That You Shouldn't Miss

The Machines de l’Ile is an artistic and a tourist project. It is a blend of the invented worlds of Jules Verne, the mechanical universe of Leonardo da Vinci, and the industrial history of Nantes, on an exceptional site in the former shipyards. A ride on the 12-meter tall Great Elephant, climb aboard the Marine Worlds Carrousel of 27 moving sea creatures or the Heron Tree to fly over the hanging gardens.

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UNDERNEATH REZÉ, RATIATUM The history of Ratiatum, a Roman city, has been revealed as archaeologists have been digging in Rezé since the 1980s. From coins to oak port docks and white earth statuettes, the Chronograph bears witness to this history and these discoveries. LAYERS OF HISTORY At the Chronograph, the archaeological site and the Saint-Lupien chapel extend the visit and show 2000 years of history and traces left by man from antiquity to the present day. From the lookout, observe the remains of the ancient city and take in a unique view of the city of Nantes. THE CHRONOGRAPH IN MOTION Take part in workshops, family Sundays and special events, where young and the young at heart can learn about archaeology in all its forms. Explore contemporary archaeological issues with temporary exhibitions and events throughout the year.

Perugino, Watteau, Delacroix, Soulages, Bill Viola to name but a few. The Musee d'arts de Nantes has works on display by many internationally renowned artists and every artistic period is represented by magnificent artworks. Premodern art includes « The Dream of St Joseph » by Georges de La Tour and « Diana the Huntress » by Orazio Gentileschi. The 19th, century collection features the extraordinary « Portrait of Madame de Senonnes » by Ingres and « The Wheat Sifters » by Courbet. The Modern art collection includes « Black Grid » by Kandinsky and « Water Lilies » at Giverny by Monet, and contemporary art is represented by « La Belle Mauve » by Martial Raysse and « Flea Market Lady » by Duane Hanson, among others.