Architectonic center of Aix-en-Provence and classified historical monument.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating universe of optical art in the heart of the luminocinetic building imagined, conceived and financed by Victor Vasarely.
Sixteen hexagonal-based modules, embedded in a massive construction set, feature 42 monumental architectural integrations.
Made of anodized metal, tapestry, ceramics, enamels and screen-printed glass, these works are the result of a fruitful collaboration between the visual artist, architects and companies, with the aim of creating the polychrome city of happiness.
Guided tours in French on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 pm (+ 3 euros on adult rate). Guided tours in English and Hungarian on reservation (+ 3 euros on adult rate). Booklets for the visit available in French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Hungarian, Chinese and Portuguese.
Temporary exhibitions, workshops, concerts, conferences as well as cultural mediation actions punctuate throughout the year its programming.
The foundation also offers to organize the birthday of your child and introduce them to the place through a visit and a workshop on Wednesday.
Handicap Facilities: Ground floor rooms accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Two to three alveoli of the foundation are temporarily closed to the public.
- Accessible for disabled
- Internet access
A free entry for Bouches-du-Rhône inhabitants with the My Provence Pass!
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Contact
Fondation Vasarely
CS 50490
1 avenue Marcel Pagnol
13096 Aix en Provence -
Phone
- 04 42 20 01 09
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Fax
04 42 59 14 65
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Website
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Tours
Where to stay
Best Western Le Galice
Aix en Provence
Situated close to the town centre, the Best Western Galice of Aix en Provence is ideal for the both business and leisure travellers. At your disposal : superb holiday inn bedrooms, restaurant and bar, outdoor swimming pool, underground private parking, selection of meeting rooms. Baby sitting on…
Oustalet 1
Aix en Provence
In a small street not far from the Faculties, independent house on garden and terrace offering a cottage, a seasonal rental and the owner's home on the ground floor. The cottage is accessible from the outside by a few steps : well equipped kitchen (dishwasher - oven - microwave - fridge / freezer…
Campanile Aix Ouest - Jas de Bouffan
Aix en Provence
Located at the west of aix, near by the foundation Vasarely. 67 rooms with double bed or twin bed.
Camping Chantecler
Aix en Provence
In an heaven of peace, enjoy the sweetness of life at 2 km of the town center. A park of 8 hectares located in Aix en Provence in the heart of Provence. Equipped with swimming pool, bowling pitch, beach volley, ping pong table, playground for kids, restaurant / snack, laundry / TV room, WIFI…
La Paillere
Le Tholonet
Dans un cadre enchanteur, en bordure de l'exceptionnelle route Cézanne, au calme à seulement 3 km d'Aix en Provence : studios et T1 à louer (Meublé de tourisme 3 étoiles).
Saint-Christophe
Aix en Provence
The Hotel Saint-Christophe is ideally located opposite the Rotonde fountain, at the entrance to the pedestrian historic center, less than 50 meters from the Tourist Office and a stone's throw from Cours Mirabeau, museums, Provencal markets and the Grand Théâtre de Provence. In an Art Deco…
Concorde
Aix en Provence
Le Concorde is situated in the center of Aix-en-Provence, the city of art and hundred fountains. Close to the “Cours Mirabeau”,the Granet Museum, The Theatre of the “Jeu de Paume” and Congress Center... It makes Le Concorde hotel one's of the best located hotels in the city. Our hotel…
Hôtel des Augustins
Aix en Provence
Just a few yards away from Cours Mirabeau, near the museums, theatres, shops and restaurants, the 3-star Hotel des Augustins is a site filled with history, combining modernity and serenity at the heart of Aix-en-Provence. The lobby (a converted 15th century chapel) and the 28 comfortable rooms…
Paul
Aix en Provence
Economic hotel very well located, at 50m from the old city nearby Opera Festival, market and the Thermes. A shaded garden for your leisure, where you can have your breakfast during summertime. Public car park "pasteur" 50 metres away. Free parking for motocycles. No pets. Free WIFI, and TV in…
Things to do
Mr. Chou
Aix en Provence
Mr. Chou's shop at the top of Cours Sextius is a Bakery-Workshop-Tearoom specialising in chou buns. The eatery serves food throughout the day to eat in or take away with all kinds of chou buns: savoury, sweet, hot and even extra large! When it comes to sweet treats, Monsieur Chou has a wide…
Cave du Félibrige
Aix en Provence
Située à proximité directe de la place de la Mairie, la cave du Félibrige (en hommage à Frédéric Mistral) propose une importante sélection de vins de Provence, mais aussi des Bourgognes et autres vins de France de grande qualité. Les conseils précieux des cavistes permettent également…
Maison Cangina
Aix en Provence
Pastry, tea room, fast food lunch.
Aix en Provence Town Hall
Aix en Provence
The first town hall in Aix en Provence stood on Place de l'Annonerie-Vieille. In the 14th century, after Bourg Saint-Sauveur merged with the City of the Counts, it was moved near the Portail Peint (Painted Gate). The façade, inspired by Italian palaces, was designed by Pavillon, with the…
Paul Arbaud Museum
Aix en Provence
The Paul Arbaud museum-library, named after its creator, is situated in the Mazarin quarter, a stone's throw from the Cours Mirabeau. Paul Arbaud, a scholar, devoted his life to constituting a large collection of objects and books, remarkable in terms of both their quantity and their quality. On…
Planétarium Peiresc
Aix en Provence
The Peiresc planetarium is located near the gorgeous Saint Mitre Park, in the west part of the city. The planetarium offers to visitors a complete set of learning experiences including and not limited to Astronomy, Astrophysics and Earth Science. Our team will guide you through a 8 meters dome…
The place of albertas
Aix en Provence
In the 18th century the Albertas were one of the city's leading families. In 1724, Henri Rainaud d'Albertas instructed Laurent Vallon to design the frontage and entrance of his private mansion. To create an open outlook, between 1735 and 1741 he bought the houses opposite and had them…
California Bliss
Aix en Provence
California Bliss is a new boutique concept about Frozen Yogurts. Made from 0 % fat yogurt and skim milk, frozen yogurt California Bliss can be enjoyed without moderation. Creamy but light at the same time, these recipes are available in six flavors. California Bliss asked Chief Ronan Kernen,…
Vent sauvage
Aix en Provence
Leather good shop.
Where to eat
Yamato
Aix en Provence
Koji and Yuriko Someya welcome and introduce you to all the freshness and exceptional finesse of Japanese gastronomy at lunchtime and evenings. In a simple, chic setting, enjoy all the enchantment and magic of Japan. Taste the subtle and refined flavours of a cuisine known for its delicacy. Take…
Naruto
Aix en Provence
Naruto restaurant serves many sushis, tempuras and yakitoris, prepared with care by our Japanese chef. You will also find okonomiyaki, donburi and ramen, and many original home-made desserts.
Restaurant Les Inséparables
Aix en Provence
Christophe (Chef de cuisine/co-gérant) et Mathias (second de cuisine/associé) mettront tout en oeuvre pour régaler autant vos papilles que vos yeux avec une cuisine gastronomique de produits frais. Mathieu (Responsable de salle/co-gérant) quant à lui sera là pour vous accueillir et tout…
Brasserie Léopold
Aix en Provence
Discover the Léopold brasserie, with its Provençal specialities and brasserie food. On the ground floor of Hôtel Saint Christophe, the brasserie has meeting rooms and offers study day and conference formulas. Wifi and audiovisual equipment available for customers.
La Cantine
Aix en Provence
Located between the Hôtel de Ville and the Palais de Justice, just two minutes from the Cours Mirabeau, la Cantine's menu features dishes from the South of France, served on the terrace or indoors, at either lunch or dinner. You will find fresh, seasonal produce from Provence, Corsica and Italy,…
Le Contrepoint
Aix en Provence
Ici, l'atmosphère rock et tatouages montre qu'elle rime aussi avec gourmandise. L'ardoise connaît bien ses classiques (camembert rôti, canard à l'orange et cassolette d'andouillette) mais ne s'interdit pas les envies moins académiques : burger corse, croque-madame XL... En plus, tout est…
Il était une fois
Aix en Provence
Cette table à prix doux nous raconte l'histoire d'un jeune chef méditerranéen : Joan Sampietro, 31 ans, tient son prénom de sa mère espagnole, son nom de son père italien et son registre gastronomique de Sisteron, où il a grandi. L'agneau, forcément, gambade souvent dans les assiettes de…
L'Alcôve
Aix en Provence
L'Alcôve serves regional, honest and homely dishes. The menu is updated on a regular basis to bring in seasonal produce. L'Alcôve is housed in a traditional Provencal building in the heart of Aix's old town. The restaurant will win you over with its delicious and beautifully presented dishes…
La Table de Pierre Reboul
Aix en Provence
Michelin starred chef Pierre Reboul has left his gourmet restaurant in the center of Aix-en-Provence to open a new one in the heart of the Château La Pioline in a cozy and modern atmosphere. His peculiar cuisine and the best fresh seasonal products from the region and elsewhere.
Inspirations
The pizza
When a tourist comes to Marseille, one of the first things they have to eat is the local speciality: Pizza!
Figs
Francis lived happily close beside his tree...
Picked ripe from the tree, figs are simply to die for. They can also be scattered on trays and left to dry in the sun for 3 days: "That's the best way to keep your figs all winter – we serve figs at Christmas as one of Provence's famous 13 Desserts," smiles Jacqueline Honoré.