Live the historical EXPERIENCE
- 25 Centuries of history to explore
- 5000 Exceptional pieces
- 65 Multimedia devices
Plunge into the history of Nîmes
Let us guide you on a discovery of the Nîmes territory and everyday life of the people who lived here over 25 centuries…
Explore Nîmes in Roman times
Journey back to the origins of Nîmes, when the Gauls would worship the god Nemausus at the foot of the sacred source, then explore Nîmes in Roman times: monumental architecture, recreation of the living quarters of a Roman villa, statues and mosaics, everyday objects and objects related to worshipping the gods.
Your journey continues through the Middle Ages, through an imaginary world and a profound Christian faith engraved in stone. A display that will help you understand the influence of the Roman civilisation and the traces that can still be seen today, as permanent ancient references engraved into the history of Nîmes.
An interactive museum
The Musée de la Romanité is a new-generation interactive museum, thanks to the use of multimedia devices throughout the collections, for a surprising immersive experience and to see Nîmes in Roman times from a brand-new perspective.
This museum is located opposite the Arena of Nîmes and was designed in a contemporary style by architect Elizabeth de Portzamparc, with a glass covering draped over the facade, much like a wavy mosaic. The Musée de la Romanité is both a scientific and innovative museum, a real experience, with a book-gift shop, gourmet bistro-style restaurant overlooking the Arena, and a Mediterranean-style garden. Finally, there’s a breath-taking view of the most beautiful monuments of Nîmes from the 360° rooftop.
The Musée de la Romanité is the gateway to understanding Nîmes and the surrounding area
The Musée de la Romanité is much more than just a Gallo-Roman museum, it is also an archaeological museum where you can learn all about the Roman influence on the area throughout the centuries. Just like the other museums of Nîmes, it bears the “Musée de France” label. It is the biggest museum in the Gard and one of the most visited in the Occitanie region of France.
Agenda
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From to 23 June – Contemporaine de Nîmes event “A new lease of life”
Projection
Free
Excerpt: Installation As part of the Contemporaine de Nîmes event A video installation from Valentin Noujaïm devoted to little-known Roman emperor Elagabalus will be shown alongside sculptures by Ali Cherri for the first edition of the Contemporaine de Nîmes event: « Une nouvelle jeunesse” (A new lease of life). « Une nouvelle jeunesse » A video installation from Valentin Noujaïm…
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– Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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– EASTER HOLIDAYS AT THE MUSEUM : Family tour for children aged 6-12
Jeune public
Excerpt: Family tour for children aged 6-12 – Filthy rich: discover the ancient currencies once used in Nîmes Sestercius, as, dupondius, etc. The Gauls and Romans used various currencies when they traded with one another, which led to later fascination for passionate coin collectors. You will not be able to learn everything there is to know about…
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– XXIV edition Epic book Forum
Conférence
Free
Excerpt: To the sacred sources of Antiquity Five lecturers will bring to life the sacred sources of Antiquity. Eau de vie, the water from the Jardins de La Fontaine, sacred antique garden of the Mediterranean, the healing white waters of Glanum, Etruscan freshwater genie, legendary baths of the divine Cleopatra. Throughout the day, there are conferences, signings…
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– Guided trail (3-5 year olds) : Mosaic of the Senses
Jeune public
Excerpt: The museum is finally able to offer an introduction to its collections specially designed for little ones ! Our small guests, accompanied by their parents, must help Romain the Dolphin on his quest to find his friend Gaston, the little blackfin. To do this, they’ll need to find the clues hidden in the different mosaics they…
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– Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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– EASTER HOLIDAYS AT THE MUSEUM : Family tour for children aged 6-12
Jeune public
Excerpt: Family tour for children aged 6-12 – Filthy rich: discover the ancient currencies once used in Nîmes Sestercius, as, dupondius, etc. The Gauls and Romans used various currencies when they traded with one another, which led to later fascination for passionate coin collectors. You will not be able to learn everything there is to know about…
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– Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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– Family event for 6-12 year olds : Ask a Genie!
Guided family tour
Excerpt: Family event for 6-12 year olds It’s the story of a genie who was stuck inside a small terracotta coat, travelling through Antiquity collecting memories… Just call him and ask him any questions you have about the Romans. He will be able to reveal some important information. Will you dare to wake him up? Wednesday 24…
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– Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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– Exhibition “Achilles and the Trojan War”
Théme
Excerpt: 26 April 2024 to 05 January 2025 This fascinating exhibition is devoted to Achilles, a legendary hero of Greek mythology who became famous for his bravery and courage during the Trojan War. The various items on display for this exhibition (mosaics, vases, sarcophagus, etc.) will guide visitors through the key moments in the life of this…
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– Conference “Expose Achille”
Conférence
Theme Exhibition “Achilles and the Trojan War”
Free
Excerpt: As part of the ‘Achilles & the Trojan War’ exhibition Creating an exhibition on the legend of Achilles is a real challenge. How can such a complex story be told, how can we overcome the stereotypes this hero has been given and untangle the events of the Trojan War? By calling upon the imagination, that’s how!…
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– Achilles and the Trojan War
Guided tour
Theme Exhibition “Achilles and the Trojan War”
Excerpt: A fascinating tour to discover the legend of Achilles and the origins of the Trojan War. From 27 April, every Saturday and Sunday – 2:30pm …
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– Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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– Achilles and the Trojan War
Guided tour
Theme Exhibition “Achilles and the Trojan War”
Excerpt: A fascinating tour to discover the legend of Achilles and the origins of the Trojan War. From 27 April, every Saturday and Sunday – 2:30pm …
The museum newsletter
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The Musée de la Romanité awarded the Qualité Tourisme* label
Excerpt: The procedure began in the spring and the Musée de la Romanité in Nîmes was finally awarded the “Qualité Tourisme” label in October 2020. This French national label is valid for 5 years and is awarded following an audit to check more than 350 specific criteria, which is then validated by a visit from a ‘mystery…
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360° virtual tour: The Musée de la Romanité is coming to you!
Excerpt: You can now take a 360° virtual tour of the Musée de la Romanité, in partnership with Impakt 360, a digital start-up based in Nîmes and Montpellier, specialised in creating 360° immersive content. An exceptional experience up-close with the artworks and collections, to explore the museum in a whole different light… A real experience of a virtual…
MORE THAN A MUSEUM,
A real experience
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Architectural interaction
Admire architect E. de Portzamparc’s creation, that invites the town into the museum
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The rooftop
Admire the fabulous 360° view that awaits you from the rooftop, overlooking the city of Nîmes
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The Café du Musée
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The garden
Relax in the Mediterranean-style archaeological garden and find out how the plants came to be here and how they acclimatised.
