3 Best Places To Visit in Toulon

“Musée national de la Marine is a genuine testament to the arsenal's history, vividly portraying the rich heritage of the Toulon military port through its remarkable collection of ship models. Preserving and displaying an exceptional array of ship and galley models, the museum provides engaging and educational insights into human and technical histories. Within its exhibits, the Musée National de la Marine showcases Vauban's plans, sizable instructional models dating back 250 years, figureheads, stern decorations that often serve as the last remnants of historic ships, the extraordinary galley Dauphine model, and a dedicated space highlighting Toulon's prison history. Additionally, the museum offers the free use of baby carriers, strollers, cane seats, wheelchairs, and vision aid magnifying glasses, ensuring accessibility for all visitors.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Equipped With Toilets Accessible.”

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“Muséum départemental du Var is one of the few French departments to feature a dedicated natural history museum to enrich the understanding of biological and natural heritage, encompassing fauna, flora, geology, and prehistory. As a publicly accessible establishment (ERP) and classified as a "Museum of France," its collections, including protected species (both fauna and flora), adhere to the regulations outlined in the 1976 nature protection law. Within the Muséum départemental du Var, visitors can explore distinct sections highlighting various aspects of natural history. The ground floor houses the "mineral kingdom" within permanent rooms, while the adjacent garden and a display case feature the plant kingdom. The upper floor is dedicated to the animal kingdom. Offering an ideal setting for families and friends to spend quality time, the Museum is accessible via the side gate on Chemin du Jonquet.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Exhibitions.”

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“Musée d'Art de Toulon boasts a distinctive architectural identity characterised by its monumental sculpted and enamelled facade and U-shaped layout. The Museum was established in 1888. Musée d'Art De Toulon originally housed three institutions: the Art Museum, the Natural History Museum, and the library. The museum's extensive collection of ancient and modern art, primarily amassed during the 19th century, presents various genres and artistic movements. This diverse collection vividly showcases the evolution of landscape painting, encompassing classical, naturalist, and Fauvist landscapes, as well as those from the Lyon School, Barbizon, and Provence. Notably, the museum houses a remarkable selection of contemporary art, a testament to the efforts of curator Marie-Claude Beaud. Combining adherence to prevailing standards concerning accessibility, safety, lighting, temperature, acoustics, and humidity with the commitment to magnifying the museum's invaluable collections, the Musée d'Art de Toulon can host national and international exhibitions.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Graphic Arts
• Ethnographic Objects.”

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