Provence is a hub of cultural activity. Many museums, theatres and concert halls in Marseille and Aix-en-Provence offer cultural events to suit all ages and tastes.
Places not to be missed
Here are a selection of some unmissable venues:
Mucem (Musée des civilisations de l’Europe et de la Méditerranée)
Musée d'histoire de Marseille
Musée Granet d'Aix-en-Provence
FRAC (Fonds Régional d’Art Contemporain)
Le Pavillon Noir
Friche la Belle de Mai
Don't forget to visit tourist information centres to get visitor tips, full events programmes and tourist passes (“PASS séjours”).
Festivals
Provence is also known for its festivals. Some of the most popular include:
Festival d'Avignon
Les rencontres de la photographie d'Arles
La Fiesta des Suds
Le Festival International de Cinéma de Marseille
Please note: thanks to cultural partnerships organised by the AMU SCASC, university employees can enjoy reduced rates.
View the list partners and the 2024 catalogue of cultural activities.
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