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Museum · Bordéus, Nova Aquitânia
Musée Mer Marine
Private museum about the sea and navigation, in the Bassins à flot district, with models, instruments and marine paintings.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Musée Mer Marine
The Musée Mer Marine is a private museum opened in 2019 in the Bassins à flot district, the former docks of Bordeaux's port. The building has three floors and about 7,000 m² of exhibition space.
The ground floor and first floor tell the story of navigation from Prehistory to the present day, with historic boats, instruments and models, such as those of the frigate Hermione and a Liberty ship. A gallery brings together French marine paintings, with names like Vernet, Boudin, Monet, Marquet and Dufy.
The second floor addresses the ocean and environmental issues, with works by contemporary artists. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions, lectures and workshops for children.
The surrounding neighborhood has restaurants and is close to the Cité du Vin and the Bassins des Lumières, which makes it easy to combine all three visits in the same day.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1½–2 hours.
Best time
In the afternoon, after the Cité du Vin. The museum usually closes on Mondays and opens later on weekdays; check before you go.
How to get there
Tram B to the Rue Achard stop and about a 5-minute walk. It's a 10-minute walk from the Cité du Vin.
Tip
Good option for families and for rainy days. Check the temporary exhibition on display, which is usually charged together with the permanent collection.
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Frequently asked questions about Musée Mer Marine
Is the Musée Mer Marine open every day?
No. It usually closes on Mondays and opens only in the afternoons on other weekdays, with longer hours on weekends and during school holidays. Check before you go.
Is it good for children?
Yes. The models and boats attract children, and the museum usually offers workshops during French school holidays.
Can it be combined with the Cité du Vin?
Yes. The two are in the north of the city, about a 10-minute walk from each other, connected by tram B.