Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations

Museum · Marseille

Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations

Museum · Marseille

1 Esp. J4, 13002 Marseille, France

Highlights

The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations in Marseille is an architectural gem celebrating the vibrant cultures and history of the Mediterranean, drawing visitors in with stunning views and engaging exhibitions.

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"Situated in Marseille, this museum highlights the diverse cultures around the Mediterranean Sea, including objects from Africa and history about trade routes, reflecting the multicultural atmosphere of the city."

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"Our first stop is the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, or Mucem, an institution dedicated to the history and culture of the region, and particularly of Marseille, which has been a mishmash for thousands of years." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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"In addition to guiding Le Petit Nice into the 21st century with elegance and innovation, Gérald Passédat was responsible for creating the restaurants of the MuCem (Museum of the Civilisations of Europe and the Mediterranean), inaugurated in Marseille in 2013." - Stephanie Curtis

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Marseille recs

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Darkhawk The_parrot

Google

With one ticket (11 €) you can visit all 4 exhibitions except the cave simulation. The 3 exhibitions are inside the museum and the other one is on the fort. The museum is big and interesting. Very clean and they have elevator. It is connected with the fort by bridge. You can sit down on the rooftop (free entrance) and enjoy an amazing view. Staff is very helpful. Depends the season they have different exhibitions except the one about the Mediterranean civilization. You can see very nice replica from ancient greek statues. There is no waiting line and no reason to pre order tickets. You can use the machines at any time.

Kimberly Westbrock

Google

The many exhibits was fantastic. I love that there is still this learning and development from history. I visited in March which is part of the slow season, but there are still many school tour groups that pass through. The museum has some beautiful outside spaces and magnificent views of the city of Marseille.

Ana Todos

Google

Part of the museum is free for visitors, with panoramic views to the sea and old port. There is a terrace in the modern square-rigged construction where you can have some drinks.

ooonue (이서영)

Google

First of all, the exterior of the museum is really eye-catching and beautiful, so it makes you want to keep looking at it. I recommend that you take time to enjoy the exterior from the terrace. We looked at the Mediterranean Hall first. The Mediterranean Hall was actually not much different from the general exhibitions. So it was a little boring for the kids. However, the rest of the exhibitions were colorful and interesting. If you come with kids, I recommend that you take a break on the terrace after looking at the second floor exhibitions, and then look at other exhibitions.

Deepsikha Majhi

Google

On every month first Sunday it’s a free entry to the museum. You just need to walk in. It’s a nice place with amazing collection of historical items. You can easily spend two to three hours or even more.

Amar

Google

Staff not giving clear instructions/indications and not so easy to find your way around. Exhibitions were not so interesting and signage was written using very small fonts. Otherwise this is a spectacular place which can be visited free of charge in its external spaces.

Traci Frederick

Google

Interesting place. Free entry to walk around if you don’t want to see the exhibitions. Nice view, close to other museums.

Zoe richards

Google

Interesting museum with quite a unique perspective. Almost felt like a ‘museum of museums’ and did have a bit of a political tone in some of the exhibitions. Incredible architecture with a beautiful view of parts of the port.

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@travelleisure

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View Postcard for Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean

@michelinguide

Eating Off Duty with Gérald Passédat

View Postcard for Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean

@laneflorsheim

Marseille recs

View Postcard for Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations

Darkhawk The_parrot

Google

Kimberly Westbrock

Google

Ana Todos

Google

Part of the museum is free for visitors, with panoramic views to the sea and old port. There is a terrace in the modern square-rigged construction where you can have some drinks.

ooonue (이서영)

Google

Deepsikha Majhi

Google

Amar

Google

Traci Frederick

Google

Interesting place. Free entry to walk around if you don’t want to see the exhibitions. Nice view, close to other museums.

Zoe richards

Google