In the 17th century, the Lascaris Palace was the residence of the Lascaris-Vintimilles, one of Nice's most prominent aristocratic families. It was sold in 1942 to the City of Nice to be turned into a museum. A certified Museum of France (Musée de France) and Historic Monument (Monument Historique) since 1946, it is dedicated to 17th and 18th-century art and music.
Behind its remarkable façade of Baroque architecture lie temporary and permanent exhibitions of paintings, tapestries, prints, sculptures and furniture illustrating this period of history. This sumptuous world is completed by an exceptional collection of European scholarly musical instruments, the second largest collection in France, and objects relating to regional folk art.
The palace's rich decorations have been restored and a monumental staircase lined with marble statues will lead you to the sumptuous stately apartments, adorned with frescoes on the theme of mythology.
Its location at the heart of the old town provides an opportunity to discover the charm of Vieux-Nice's winding streets.
| Opening times | Monday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM • Tuesday: Closed • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM • Friday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM |
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| Address | 15 Rue Droite, Nice |
| Telephone | +33 4 93 62 72 40 |
| Official site | www.nice.fr |
