Museum / Gallery Sights in Provence

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

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.

Originally founded in 1882, this family run business making traditional Scourtins survives to this day.

This museum (Musée des civilisations de l’Europe et de la Méditerranée — MuCEM) showcases civilisations in the Mediterranean in the twenty first century, and has been developed by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication.

This wine museum situated just outside of Ansouis is a must for all wine lovers, and a fascinating for all amateurs.

Hungarian artist Victor Vasarely established this foundation in 1966 with the aim of promoting 'art for all' where art blends beautifully with architecture in the 'city of tomorrow'.

The Musee d'Allauch welcomes you in the heart of the old village of Allauch. It is housed in the Hotel de Ville, now totally restored.

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

LUMA is a non profit organisation based in Arles..

Guided tours of the facilities via the stages of fabrication and an walk through the history of the brand.

At the beginning of World War II, France interned all Austrian and German nationals who were living in France at the time, and Les Milles was the prison for the south eastern region.

A few months before his death in 1955, artist Fernand Léger acquired a farmhouse at the foot of the village of Biot. It was here that his widow Nadia Leger, decided to create a museum to honour him and showcase his life's work.

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

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

This area is well known for it's ochre pigment found in the soil, and a tour of the Mines de Bruoux show you the underground caverns that were created.

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

Museum charting the history of transport in the area, with lots of old vehicles to look at. Located in an old rail warehouse in Breil.

The truffle has a long history here in Aups; for many years now they have been grown, harvested, retailed, shared and eaten.