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Hôtel de Silhouette

Overlooking the sea, this sleek, sunlit museum displays exhibits on the local port & its traditions.

30 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz, France
📞 +33 5 59 24 93 82

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Good for kids
  • Toilets
  • Restaurant

The Hôtel de Silhouette in Cannes, France offers a fascinating journey through the history of the region. Located in the heart of the city, the museum is housed in a beautiful 18th century building that was once the home of the Marquis de Silhouette.

The museum has a vast collection of artworks, artifacts, and historical documents that tell the story of Cannes and the surrounding area. The permanent collection includes paintings, sculptures, furniture, and other works of art from the 18th to 20th centuries. Highlights include works by renowned artists such as Paul Cézanne, Auguste Renoir, and Pablo Picasso.

The museum also features a variety of temporary exhibitions showcasing the work of local and international artists. Recent exhibitions have included works by contemporary artists such as Damien Hirst and Jeff Koons.

Visitors can also explore the museum’s library, which contains a wealth of books, manuscripts, and other materials related to the history and culture of the region.

The Hôtel de Silhouette is the perfect place to learn about the history and culture of Cannes and the surrounding area. With its beautiful building, extensive collection of artworks, and fascinating exhibitions, the museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history of this region.

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3 stars

The museum in itself is very very small although it is organized well. It is located in what seems like a modern Mediterranean Villa just near the cemetery (which you should checkout). Generally it could be a good way to kill 45 but only if you speak French, There are no English explanations and no audio guide. We left knowing no more then when we came.

3 stars

Luckily it was free when I went. It's very limited. Quite a few partial ship models but there almost all the same. No gift shop with interesting books. (Nothing at all)

5 stars

It's free ! I really enjoyed it ! Small exhibition about local traditional boats and jousting (yes, it's not a typo) ! Nice lady at the entrance !