Museums of Amiens Métropole
Discover our region's wealth of art and heritage at some fascinating exhibition venues !
The Musée de Picardie
This little provincial Louvre has nothing to envy the giants of Paris!
Built between 1855 and 1867 under the reign of Napoleon III, the Musée de Picardie was the first building in France to be specifically designed as a fine arts museum.
The Musée de Picardie takes you on a journey through time and the arts, from prehistory to the present day, with its rich collections of archaeology, medieval art, sculpture and painting.
Musée de Picardie - A. SidoliAccompanied by your guide, take a tour of the museum's permanent collections to discover their archaeological, artistic and historical wealth. A fabulous journey through time, from prehistory to the present day.
A wide choice of themed tours. For more information, please contact us.
Duration: 1h to 1h30 depending on the theme
25 people maximum / guide
Guided tours of temporary exhibitions are also available.
Opening times :
Tuesday to Friday 9.30am to 7pm and Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 11am to 7pm
(6pm from September to April)
Closed: Mondays, 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
The museum is occasionally open in the evening for nocturnal events, depending on the programme. Evening tours available.
Price: €140 - maximum 25 people / guide
Admission fee: €5.00 / person
Sunday/public holiday supplement: + €40 / guide
The museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility, and tours adapted for people with disabilities are available by prior arrangement.
Jules Verne's house
Maison Jules Verne - Maison de Jules VerneThe Maison de Jules Verne, a 19th-century town house, takes you into the private life of the famous author of Extraordinary Journeys, and is a must-see when exploring Amiens.
Duration: 1h00
Opening times :
every day from 10am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 6pm
(closed on Tuesdays)
Price: €110 - 20 people maximum / guide
Entrance fee: €5.00 / person
Sunday/public holiday supplement: + €40 / guide