Museum
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours is located in the former Archbishop's Palace, adjacent to the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien. The museum boasts an impressive collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts, spanning from the 15th to the 20th centuries. Highlights include works by Italian, Flemish, and French masters such as Mantegna, Rembrandt, and Delacroix. The museum also features a notable collection of 18th-century French furniture and a gallery of modern art. The building itself is a historic monument, with elegant rooms and a beautiful garden that includes a centuries-old cedar tree. Visitors can explore the permanent collection as well as temporary exhibitions. The museum offers a comprehensive overview of European art history in a serene setting.
Don't miss
- See Mantegna's 'The Resurrection' and other Renaissance masterpieces.
- Explore the 18th-century French furniture and decorative arts.
- Visit the garden with its ancient cedar tree and sculptures.
- View works by local artists from the Tours region.
- Check the schedule for temporary exhibitions.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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