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Museum of Art and History of Melun, Melun
Melun›France
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1h
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About Museum of Art and History of Melun
Housed in the elegant Hôtel de la Vicomté, a 16th-century mansion once owned by Nicolas Fouquet, Louis XIV's powerful Superintendent of Finances, the Museum of Art and History of Melun offers a fascinating journey through the city's rich heritage. Founded in 1860 and classified as a Musée de France, its collections span from Gallo-Roman archaeological finds to 19th-century fine art.
Museum of Art and History of Melun — Planning Your Visit
Opening Hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday14:00 - 18:00
Thursday14:00 - 18:00
Friday14:00 - 18:00
Saturday14:00 - 18:00
SundayClosed
Ticket Prices
General Admission
RecommendedFree for children under 18 and students under 25. Reduced rate for seniors. Free admission on the first Sunday of each month for all visitors.
€2
Free for:
Children 0-18All students
€1 for:
Seniors 60+
The museum is housed in the Hôtel de la Vicomté, which was purchased in 1654 by Nicolas Fouquet, the infamous Superintendent of Finances to Louis XIV. Fouquet used this Melun residence while overseeing the construction of the nearby Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, one of the most influential estates in French architectural history.
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Day Routes
3h 22min
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