Caen Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen)

Overview

The Caen Museum of Fine Arts is a renowned art museum located in the heart of Normandy. It houses an impressive collection of European paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the 16th to the 20th centuries.

It is one of the most important fine arts museums in Normandy, showcasing a rich cultural heritage.

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Location

Address

Le Château, Caen, Normandy

Neighborhood: Château de Caen

Coordinates

49.180909, -0.367705

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€10

Children

€5

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €10

parking €5

food €15

souvenirs €20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Carpiquet Airport

Distance: 10 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

€25 20 min

public_transport

€5 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro

€1.50 10 min

bus

€1.50 15 min

taxi

€10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bonjour

thank_you Merci

where_is Où est

how_much Combien

beautiful Magnifique

ticket Billet

Guide Languages: French, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Château de Caen

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Castle

Abbaye aux Dames

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Historic Site

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+33 2 31 39 25 00

mba@ville-caen.fr

www.mba-caen.fr

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