Musée Franciscain, Nice

Name: Musée Franciscain
Address: Avenue Monastère Cimiez, Nice, 06000, France
Telephone: +33 4 93 81 08 08

#48 among attractions in Nice

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The monastery of Cimiez is a Franciscan monastery located on the hill of Cimiez in Nice and built on the basis of the chapel of Notre-Dame de Cimiez built by the Benedictine monks of the abbey of Saint-Pons, which was first mentioned in 1010. In 1546, the abbey ceded the chapel to the Friars Minor of the Observance, who subsequently enlarged and transformed it.

The present monastic complex of Cimiez includes the church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption and the Franciscan museum which traces Franciscan life in Nice since the 13th century.

Coordinates: 43°43'12"N, 7°16'44"E

Address

Avenue Monastère CimiezRimiez (Cimiez - Monastère)Nice 06000 France

Contact

+33 4 93 81 08 08

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Musée Franciscain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cimiez, Nice Observatory, Musée Matisse, Musée Marc Chagall.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Musée Franciscain open?

Musée Franciscain is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday 9 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Musée Franciscain?

Nearby attractions include Notre Dame de Cimiez Monastery, Nice (1 min walk), Croix en marbre, Nice (1 min walk), Musée Matisse, Nice (2 min walk), Jardin du Monastère, Nice (2 min walk).

How to get to Musée Franciscain by public transport?

The nearest stations to Musée Franciscain:

Bus

Tordo • Lines: 18 (4 min walk)
Pré Catelan • Lines: 18, 33, 5 (5 min walk)

Tram

Hôpital Pasteur • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)
Pont Michel • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)

Train

Nice Pont Michel (17 min walk)
Nice Riquier (30 min walk)