Musée Granet
Aix's art and archaeology museum, with works by Cézanne and European paintings from the Renaissance to Impressionism; its branch, the White Penitents' Chapel, displays modern masterpieces.
The Musée Granet occupies the former priory of the Knights of Malta and is based on the bequest of Aix-born painter François Granet. Its holdings include more than ten oil paintings and watercolors by Cézanne, a celebrated work by Ingres, Flemish and Italian paintings, and ancient archaeological objects. The branch, the Jean Planque Collection, is in the nearby White Penitents' Chapel and displays works by modern masters such as Picasso, Cézanne and Van Gogh. A combined ticket costs about €10–12; closed on Mondays. It is about a 5-minute walk from the Cours Mirabeau.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (10:00–19:00 in summer); closed Mondays
Nearby sights
- Hôtel de Caumont – Centre d'Art
- Aix-en-Provence
- Aix Cathedral (Saint-Sauveur)
- Atelier de Cézanne
- Montagne Sainte-Victoire
- Palais Longchamp
- Noailles & Marché des Capucins
- Marseille History Museum & Jardin des Vestiges