Musée Picasso
Art museum · Antibes ·

Musée Picasso

Art museum · Antibes ·

Historic castle museum with Picasso works and sea views

sea view
historic building
château grimaldi
terrace
picasso artwork
old town
small museum
sculptures
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Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
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Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
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Musée Picasso by null
Musée Picasso by null
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Musée Picasso by null
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place mariejol, 06600 Antibes, France Get directions

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+33 4 92 90 54 20
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•Wheelchair accessible entrance
•Wheelchair accessible restroom
•Assistive hearing loop

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"Picasso Museum In 1946, Picasso worked from a studio in the Château Grimaldi of Antibes, creating 23 paintings and 44 illustrations that he gifted to the town. Later, 78 pieces that he designed for the Madoura pottery studios in Vallauris were added to the collection and the château became the world’s first Picasso museum. The nearby Archaeology Museum is housed in a historic fort and explores Antibes’s origin as the ancient Greek town Antipolis."

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Musée Picasso

Latifeh A.

Google
I visited the Picasso Museum in Antibes, and it was a truly inspiring experience. The museum is located in a beautiful historic building, and the atmosphere perfectly complements Picasso’s artworks. The collection offers a great insight into his creative periods, and the setting by the sea makes the visit even more special. It’s a must-see place for art lovers and anyone interested in modern art history.

Alexander W.

Google
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A beautiful museum in a truly unique setting The Musée Picasso in Antibes is a wonderful experience. The building itself – the historic Château Grimaldi – is beautifully restored and offers a very special Mediterranean atmosphere. The rooms have a charming character that perfectly complements Picasso’s works. The exhibition presents an impressive selection of pieces showcasing different periods of Picasso’s creativity. Especially remarkable are the works on the second floor – they really highlight his artistic diversity. A real highlight is the terrace, featuring sculptures and offering a stunning view over the bay of Antibes all the way to Nice. Art combined with such a breathtaking seaside view makes for an unforgettable visit. A must-see for every art lover, and a place where you can enjoy Picasso’s genius in a truly exceptional environment!

Marky

Google
For me, this is a 3 storey museum with a shop. There's two floors of random artists then the Picasso art is on the top floor and it's very basic to say the least. I spent 12 euros to do this and was in/out in 10 minutes. I'd recommend the Matisse museum in Nice moreso than this. If you queue up at 2pm, you can buy a ticket from the tourist office for a queue jump for €15. Otherwise you could be queuing up for 30-45 minutes for a quick experience.

stuart

Google
A fantastic museum based in what was The Grimaldi Castle, showing sketches and paintings left there by Picasso after he used the castle as a studio in 1946. Now a dedicated Picasso Museum as of December 1966. Some great cafes and restaurants nearby and a lovely walk along the seafront to the beaches of Juan les Pins. .

Peter

Google
A must see in Antibes but perfectly doable in an hour. Small museum with Picasso works on the top floor and a terrace with sculptures. Expect to queue but it went fairly quickly. Centrally placed so perfect to add into a day trip.

Michaela R.

Google
As a lover of art, I travelled far to witness the amazing art museum of the great artist Pablo Picasso. I was not disappointed as it not only offered to view his work and other artists, it also had magnificent views of the mediteranean sea in the old town of Antibes, at the Château Grimaldi. Warning to those who don't like heights and lots of steps, my knees had quite a bit of a challenge.

Tom M.

Google
The Musée Picasso in Antibes is a treasure where art and landscape merge seamlessly. Housed in a historic château, its stone walls whisper of centuries past, while windows perfectly frame breathtaking views of the Mediterranean. Picasso’s works feel alive here, infused with the light and rhythm of the sea beyond. The setting elevates the collection, making each room a dialogue between history, creativity, and the natural beauty outside.

Donna

Google
Awesome experience. Lovely museum, beautiful and well explained installations, fabulous garden area. Superbly priced as well. Next time I will spend more time to ready every placard.
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Vince L.

Yelp
I appreciate fine art, I really do. However, I just cannot understand Picasso's later works. Maybe it's because I've never had it explained to me. There were about several dozen pieces here, but none that jumped out as being famous. A couple dozen painted dinner plates lined one wall. They had faces painted on them. True or not, the guide explained that he intended to toss about half of them away, but he ended up keeping them.
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Lauren N.

Yelp
Location is great in the Old Town. Beautiful views onto the sea from the courtyard. Literally half of the museum is not even Picasso. For some reason the museum did not feel the need to label half of the works' artists and the vast majority of the art had no explanation or context provided. What few pieces had a sentence written were only in French. The Picassos were lackluster. Also Picasso was a sexist (see Cherian http://www.people.vcu.edu/~djbromle/modern-art/02/picasso-women/index.htm).
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Irina M.

Yelp
Visited this unique small museum while traveling in south of France.The museum is definitely worth a visit if you are in Antibes, and only 6 Euros per visitor. Musee Picasso had a nice outdoor space which has a magnificent view. This attraction will only take like and hour, hour and a half at most. The pieces from Picasso are significant and show how talented he was. This museum also shows a lot of photography of Picasso and how he did his art. This museum also carries art from other artist.
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Dee N.

Yelp
This museum is located in a small town of Antibes in South of France. It's very quiet & peaceful around this area but there's still a line if you want to visit. It's not as big as the other Picasso museums but it's certainly worth it because you'll see some pieces that you'll recognize. (If I remember correctly, you can take pictures at this one.) Part of the beauty of Antibes is the ocean and this museum is located literally right by the water. The building itself is very pretty and you have an outdoor area inside the museum where you can overlook the water. I think it was only like 5 euros compared to other Picasso museums are 10 euros. If I'm ever back in Antibes again, I would certainly go back but I wasn't a big fan of Antibes like most other people are. I prefer other towns in south france over antibes so I'm not so sure if I'll ever be back again. But I'm glad I got to check it out.
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Pamela A.

Yelp
Honestly, after visiting the Paris museum this can be somewhat of a let down. However, if you take it for what it's worth it's still a cool place to visit in the area. It used to be where Picasso would work and there are a Few of his works. If you are very into the art, you may not be as impressed but it's still a cool bucket list item. The most impressive parts are the views from the musuem. Definitely go outside and admire the Mediterranean Sea and take pics! You won't regret it.
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Chun P.

Yelp
I was more impressed by the "castle"(bit of a stretch) than the artwork inside. A quarter of the works is decent, the other three quarters are crap, basic, or both. Normal people will won't spend more than an hour in here. Not bad for €6 though.
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Grace K.

Yelp
Dang, I am one month too late of being the first to review this place. First of all, I love Antibes. The weather, ocean, people, and food, all of it is amazing. I could see why Picasso chose this place to be his last home. His artwork reflects how inspired he was by the natural beauties surrounding him. I could see him sitting back painting interesting sea creatures, creativity flowing. Right across from the museum is also a room with his pottery also seemingly inspired by his settings. The view from his "backyard" is breathtaking, clear skies and ocean. I have a picture by his sculpture of a sad woman but I don't know why she is so unhappy. If I got to live here everyday you'd see a sculpture of an Asian girl jumping from bliss. This place is a must see even if you're not a Picasso fanatic.
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Carol K.

Yelp
If you travel to Antibes- you should make a stop in the Picasso Museum for while small, the views alone are worth the price of admission as this used to be a castle. Know that only the top floor which was his studio has his artwork displayed so it's not a large exhibit. I was actually more interested in the photos that adorn the walls that show him working so that you get a better idea of his life and how he looked. Know that they do not allow backpacks into the museum and will stow them for you up front. If it isn't too large- you may be able to sling it over one shoulder so that it looks more like a purse and they will let that go through. Also know that no photos are allowed flash or no flash. Worth the walk and know that there are also plenty of restaurants in the area to grab a bite at as well.
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B. O.

Yelp
When I visited The Picasso museum Antibes there one of exhibition floor was closed for new exhibition preparation. I think good to read on introduction that wrote Picasso stories about him who was Antibes. So beautiful location see a sea view from inside the museum that maybe Picasso also saw by the same standing position.
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Michal A.

Yelp
If you are an avid collecter or follower of Picasso, you might be disappointed by the collection. However, he did spend a nominal amount of time in 1946 creating 23 painting and 44 drawings from his workshop in this very castle, and there is plenty to view and read regarding that period of his work. The castle itself boasts an incredibly rich history, dating back to the middle ages and even inhabited in 1385 by the Monegasque Family prior to becoming the Grimaldi Castle. The scenic terrace makes this musee a must-stop while in Antibes.
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Jim F.

Yelp
I've been to the Picasso museum in Barcelona and now in Antibes. Both museums are excellent - but Antibes is located right on the coast - so a winner for me. Very reasonable and keep in mind they Siesta from 11-2pm - so go early or late to avoid being shooed out at lunch. It's probably an hour to view and another 30 minutes taking pictures on the terrace.
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Vince V.

Yelp
This museum had a cool terrace overlooking the deep blue waters of Cote d'Azur, the backdrop which inspired Picasso's later works as he had settled here in the later years of his life. In the post-WW2 era, materials were scarce and he had to paint on wooden planks and ceramics which make up a good deal of the works here. He also painted local fishermen as his subjects, as the town of Antibes was a fishing village before it was a hip destination for party-loving, beach-going tourists.
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Robert H.

Yelp
Picasso painted in these very light filled rooms. Now they are a museum. I'm sure they were more messy and more cluttered at the time, but it's a rare opportunity to imagine the life of the artist. This historic building was used by Picasso for a few months as a gift of the town council. In return he left the work he made, which has been supplemented by other gifts of Picasso work since. Not the biggest, most comprehensive Picasso collection and there are other artists there too. But well worth visiting to take in the atmosphere and imagine his life with painter, muse and wife Françoise Gilot.
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Zachary C.

Yelp
Most of the Picasso collection at the museum comes from the specific time he was working there in Antibes, so while the flute-playing goats are interesting, a lot of his other well recognized work is not housed here. However, it's worth it alone to see the building itself, which is rich in history and located in a very, very scenic place.
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T S.

Yelp
Antibes! Love this town...we went for the Picasso Museum but got so much more out of this charming area. The Picasso Museum was just OK in my book. The work he has displayed there is wonderful, paintings and ceramics. But it's only the top floor. The other floor displays works from other artists, and I enjoyed seeing the work, but I wanted more Picasso. Note - the museum closes for TWO HOURS in the middle of the day. We arrived in Antibes around 11:30 and dawdled our way through the open air market and a jambon sandwich, then meandered along the Rick Steves walking tour of Antibes and by the time we reached the museum at 12:30 it was closed until 2pm! Yikes. So we did a lot more walking and eating of crepes and cappuccinos before it reopened for the afternoon. Overall, it was a good museum and I'm glad we went, but I was not overwhelmed by the exhibit and wouldn't return.

Melissa S.

Yelp
Beautiful art, great garden. Plus the chevre.
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Jess T.

Yelp
The museums location and view is very beautiful, however the Picasso paintings and pottery are definitely very minor works - don't come in expecting masterpieces for sure. I would still suggest visiting though, it is still very cool to be in the building that Picasso once painted in.
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Qype User (.

Yelp
In the surrounds of Gouffre de Padirac, there are a share of restaurants, which seem a euro or two dearer than elsewhere, maybe dearer even than those on the outskirts of the attraction. It was in the middle of lunch time when we sat down at the close at hand Restaurant Les Visiteurs where we each enjoyed Moules Frites (EUR11.50) and a Breton cider (EUR3.20, available at EUR2.50 in other restaurants). A thunderclap went off in the distance but the sun stayed shining in the area.
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Kehe C.

Yelp
It's a good place to visit and it is located in the old Antibes, which is also worth to have a look. Picasso spends the last part of his life there.

Marc B.

Yelp
The review by Lolive says it all really. One of my favourite places to spend an hour or two in Antibes and I am far from being an expert in art. This place has a wonderful 'atmosphere' and I have fond memories of spending time in here on a baking hot day.