Musée de Bretagne, Rennes

Name: Musée de Bretagne
Address: 10 cours des Alliés, Rennes, 35000, France
Telephone: +33 2 23 40 66 00

#19 among attractions in Rennes

Museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The museum of Brittany is a museum of society and history. It is located in the Champs libres in Rennes, between the train station and the city center, since 2006. It was previously located in the university palace, quai de la Vilaine, with the museum of fine arts. In 2016, the museum of Brittany celebrated its 40th anniversary and its 10 years in the Champs libres.

It is a museum with a regional vocation, which, over the course of a long evolution, was first presented as a museum of archaeology and ethnology and then asserted itself as a museum of society.

Its mission is to preserve, study, and present the history of Brittany and its heritage, while participating in its promotion and dissemination. Its collections include more than 600 000 documents and objects. They are representative of the Breton heritage, from the first traces of Man to our days.

Since 2007, the museum of Brittany is labeled Tourism and Handicap. It offers many guided tours, and also LSF and tactile tours.

Coordinates: 48°6'18"N, 1°40'29"W

Address

10 cours des AlliésCentre Rennes (Liberté Champ de Mars)Rennes 35000 France

Contact

+33 2 23 40 66 00

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Day trips

Musée de Bretagne – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes, Rennes Cathedral, Parc du Thabor, Palais Saint-Georges.

~1650 ftN
Fine arts museum in 18th-century palace
Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes, Rennes
8 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes is a distinguished cultural institution nestled in the heart of Rennes, France. This esteemed museum boasts a remarkable collection that spans from antiquity to modern times, offering visitors a rich tapestry of artistic heritage...
0.6 miNW
19th-century cathedral on historic site
Rennes Cathedral, Rennes
16 min walk • Rennes Cathedral, a majestic work of religious architecture, stands as a beacon of spiritual and historical significance in the heart of Rennes, France. This Roman Catholic cathedral, officially known as Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Rennes, serves as the seat of the...
0.7 miN
Park
Parc du Thabor, Rennes
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rennes, France, Parc du Thabor is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This picturesque park, spanning over 10 hectares, is a perfect blend of French formal gardens, English landscape gardens, and a...
0.5 miN
Garden, Park, Historical place
Palais Saint-Georges, Rennes
13 min walk • The Palais Saint-Georges, nestled in the heart of Rennes, France, is a historical edifice that exudes the elegance of classical architecture. This impressive structure, situated in the Thabor park, serves as a testament to the city's rich past and cultural heritage.
~1160 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Théâtre National de Bretagne, Rennes
6 min walk • The Théâtre national de Bretagne is a cultural institution established in Rennes in 1990 by combining the Centre dramatique de l'Ouest and the Maison de la Culture of Rennes. For some time it was called the "Great Eight" due to the shape of its building.
0.5 miN
Watersports, Swimming pool, Sport complex
Piscine Saint-Georges, Rennes
13 min walk • The Saint-Georges swimming pool is a municipal swimming pool built between 1923 and 1926 in Rennes in the French department of Ille-et-Vilaine in the Brittany region.
~160 ftNE
Museum, Library
Les Champs Libres, Rennes
1 min walk • Les Champs Libres is a cultural center in Rennes, France hosting the Library of Rennes Métropole, the Museum of Brittany, the Espace des sciences, and the Cantine numérique rennaise. There are also a conference hall and an exhibition room.
0.4 miN
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Germain Church, Rennes
11 min walk • Saint-Germain is a parish church of Rennes located in the new town. It is a parish of rich merchant merchants and parliamentarians, and is built in the flamboyant gothic style. It was erected for the most part from the 15th to the 17th century.
0.6 miNW
Canal
Canal d'Ille-et-Rance, Rennes
17 min walk • The Canal d'Ille-et-Rance is a 79 km long canal in northwestern France connecting Dinan to the Vilaine at Rennes, thus forming part of the English Channel/Atlantic Ocean link which has long been used by yachtsmen, but has also become increasingly popular as a cruising waterway in its own right.
0.7 miN
Church
Église Saint-Aubin en Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle, Rennes
19 min walk • The Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle is a minor Catholic basilica located in downtown Rennes, Brittany, on the Place Sainte-Anne.
0.5 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Opéra de Rennes, Rennes
12 min walk • The Rennes Opera House is an Italian-style hall located in downtown Rennes. It was designed by Charles Millardet and built by Pierre Louise in the nineteenth century. It is located in the Place de la Mairie, which is the main eastern side facing...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Musée de Bretagne?

Nearby attractions include Les Champs Libres, Rennes (1 min walk), Théâtre National de Bretagne, Rennes (6 min walk), Église Toussaints, Rennes (8 min walk), La Criée centre d'art contemporain, Rennes (8 min walk).

How to get to Musée de Bretagne by public transport?

The nearest stations to Musée de Bretagne:

Bus

Champs Libres • Lines: 11, C1, C2 (2 min walk)
Charles de Gaulle • Lines: 12, 54, 55, 56, C3, N2, Ttz (4 min walk)

Metro

Charles de Gaulle • Lines: a (3 min walk)
Gares • Lines: a (4 min walk)

Train

Rennes (4 min walk)
Pontchaillou (31 min walk)