Museum / Gallery Sights in Provence

An old quarry, the Carrieres de Bibemus lies on the western slopes of Montagne St Victoire and is a place that inspired Paul Cezanne through out his life.

Some 50 white marble sculptures by Maria de Faykod, renowned sculptor with numerous existing works. She had the original idea to open a garden which exhibit some of her work to the public.

The synagogue in Cavaillon is no longer used as a place of worship, but it's on many people's "must visit" lists if you're in the area, thanks to its ornate decoration and fascinating history.

The tour will tell you the fascinating story of soap in Provence, which starts in the Middle Ages.

Orange boasts the best preserved Roman Amphitheatre in the western world.

Cezannes studio was created in Aix-en-Provence in 1902 and this is where he worked until he died in 1906.

An opportunity to discover Salon's heritage and view the work of contemporary artists in the regular exhibitions held at the Château.

Located in the former farmhouse at Rousty Bridge the Camargue Museum reopened in November 2013 after a year of renovation.

The museum groups 3 schools of painting - Toulon, Bourges and Paris - with over 280 works on show.

Acquired in 2001 the Commanderie de Peyrassol, an old Knights Templar staging post, is now one of the outstanding vineyards of Provence. Its reds, whites and rosés are to be found in the finest dining establishments in France and throughout the world.

Immerse yourself in the history of Provence by visiting this collection of archaeological remains.

The Petit Palais museum owes its name to the familiar name of the Archbishops Palace in which it is installed, name that it was given by reference to the great neighbouring palace: the Palais des Papes.

Grasse is the world capital of perfumes. At this museum you can discover the ancient tradition of parfumerie and learn how to create your own, unique scent.

Opened in 1991, the Yves Brayer Museum displays a hundred or so canvas paintings, watercolours and drawings representative of the artist's work.

This little museum is jam-packed from floor to ceiling with a great collection of vintage and classic motorbikes.

A small gallery with a good collection of contemporary and modern art. 

A private collection of ornate, unusual and ancient corkscrews in the vineyards of the Domaine de La Citadelle.

Finally visitors will be able to experience the cave paintings of the Grotte Chauvet in the state of the art replica that has been created by artists and builders.