Musée Matisse, Nice — Cimiez Hill
Nice, France
About This Activity
The Musée Matisse on the hilltop Cimiez district holds over 10,000 works spanning Henri Matisse's entire career — drawings, paintings, cut-outs, and sculptures. Admission is €10 for adults (closed Tuesdays). The museum sits beside Roman amphitheatre ruins and a Franciscan monastery garden — allow 2-3 hours for both.
Seasonal note: Open year-round; closed Tuesdays and public holidays; monastery gardens best in spring
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