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
CS 50490
1 avenue Marcel Pagnol
13096 Aix en Provence -
Phone
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Fax
04 42 59 14 65
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Tours
Where to stay
Appart Hotel Odalys Le Clos De La Chartreuse
Aix en Provence
This is a residence located in a quiet area, 10 minutes from the city centre with 83 appartments equipped with air-conditionned and balcony. All of them offer you shower or bath. Parking and garage with extra.
Hôtel du Globe
Aix en Provence
This hotel is situated in the centre of the old town, near by the "Therms". The style is modern, it's a comfortable and charm hotel. There is a terrace on the roof. Private garage. You may ask for avalaibility. No smoking etablishment
L'Olympe ADIJ
Aix en Provence
This small hotel is located south, near the exit of the Pont de l'Arc, a few steps from CREPS. Parking, rooms with shower and toilet, telephone. The restaurant offers three buffets for a full meal. The hotel is not near the center, it requires a car for evenings in town.
La Villa du Golf
Aix en Provence
Située au coeur d'un golf 18 trous, la maison bénéficie de grands volumes intérieurs avec un très beau vide sur séjour, le choix de matériaux de qualité donnent à l'ensemble une élégance originale. Beneficiant de tout le confort moderne cette villa de 2 chambres offre un accès…
Au Basilic
Aix en Provence
A proximité du cours Mirabeau et à 5 mn de la gare routière, appartement de 56 m² situé au 1er étage d'une grande résidence. Salon/séjour avec 1 canapé convertible/1 pers. Cuisine indépendante équipée (LL, MO). 1 grande chambre avec 1 lit/2 pers. Salle de bain avec WC. Loggia vitrée…
Escale Oceania Aix en Provence
Aix en Provence
The hotel is ideally located on the outskirts of Aix. it is very easy to reach, completely renovated and just 5-minute drive to the town centre. The hotel offers you all the modern comfort of a 3-star hotel: 90 rooms, a simple and convivial bar-lounge with catering, a fitness room, a swimming…
Aix-en-Provence Youth Hostel - Jo Tognellini
Aix en Provence
The youth hostel welcomes both families and groups and individuals in modern, comfortable and bright. Occupying the entire floor of 2 buildings, 33 rooms of the hostel offers an accommodation capacity of 140 beds. The offer varies between collective 4 bedrooms and 5 beds, ideal for groups, and…
Mme et M. LOUBIERE
Meyreuil
Villa Valbelle : An oasis of calm, only 3 km from the center of Aix-en-Provence. Situated at the edge of a pine forest, with magnificent views of Mount Sainte-Victoire, come and discover the charms of Villa Valbelle. The perfect place from which to visit Aix-en-Provence the city of Cézanne,…
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…
Things to do
Tous Azimuts
Aix en Provence
Tous Azimuts is a workshop-boutique created by Philippe Rouault. With 30 years' experience as a craftsman-jeweller and specialised in re-piercing jewellery, today he designs items based on old coins from all over the world, turning them into open-work objects with a handsaw, mainly to bring out…
Cezanne's studio
Aix en Provence
Atelier des Lauves is a real place of memories, where Cezanne has left his mark. On 1st September 1902, Cezanne gradually settled into his large country studio. He worked there every day during the last four years of his life. All of Cézanne's admirers are well aware that this is where you can…
Pasino
Aix en Provence
Aix-en-Provence's Pasino embodies the Partouche group's signature “entertainment for all” and brings the joys of gambling (access to games room for adults only not banned from gambling upon presentation of ID or a Players Plus card) together with a wide range of activities for the whole…
Fromagerie André Savelli
Aix en Provence
The Savelli cheese shop is located in the heart of Aix en Provence, facing the Richelme Plaza and offers more than a hundred different kinds of cheese, sour cream, fresh eggs ... It is also the only cheese maturing cellar in the city (80 m²).
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,…
Parfums de la Bastide
Aix en Provence
Create contemporary perfumes, sublimate typically natural ingredients from Grasse, it is our bet and why we founded Parfums de la Bastide.
Hôtel de Gallifet
Aix en Provence
The Gallifet Hotel is a place of cultural events right in the center of Aix-en-Provence, located 52 Cardinale street in a XVIII° private mansion in the Mazarin neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the Musée Granet. Founded and opened in 2010 by Nicolas Mazet, the art center of the Gallifet…
Olly Gan
Aix en Provence
Ready-to-wear for men
Souleiado
Aix en Provence
Prêt-à-porter féminin, masculin et enfant de style provençal. Également vente d'accessoires, de linge de maison, d'art de la table et de parfums.
Where to eat
Bastide du Cours
Aix en Provence
Ideally located on Cours Mirabeau in the heart of Aix en Provence, La Bastide du Cours provides a wonderfully warm and relaxed setting. As for the food, our chef, Charly Valdez and his team invite you to travel....his creative cuisine is inspired by flavours from all over the world, blended with…
La Rotonde
Aix en Provence
Contemporary brasserie, serving traditional cuisine (world cuisine) with many risotto specialities, foie gras dishes and scallops.
Mickaël Féval
Aix en Provence
Nouveau décor "très chic" pour nouveau départ : formé aux plus grandes maisons françaises (Loiseau, Oger, Plaza Athénée...), Mickaël Féval, 40 ans, a repris l'ancien repaire gourmand du chef étoilé Pierre Reboul, parti pour d'autres aventures. Le chef a vite trouvé ses marques : son…
L'Orangerie
Aix en Provence
In the heart of Aix, L'Orangerie restaurant is spacious and light with windows on every side. Open every day at lunchtime and in the evening. Come and discover our sun-drenched cuisine full of Mediterranean flavours.
O Zen - Le Passage
Aix en Provence
At O Zen Le Passage, find the O Zen concept which is already very popular in the three restaurants in Marseille: traditional sweet and savoury Asian buffets, all prepared on the premises, and as much as you can eat, giving you excellent value, speed, variety and quality. In the evenings, try the…
Chez Féraud
Aix en Provence
A fountain, an olive tree and a bower in the heart of historic Aix - Pagnol is everywhere here, from the prose to the plate. The Férauds are old-fashioned-style cooks and masters in the art of rustling up sea bass and lamb grills on the vine shoot fire, in a decor instilled with eternal…
Mitch
Aix en Provence
Chef serves modern dishes made using fresh produce in Aix-en-Provence old town.
L'Epicurien
Aix en Provence
Its one bad point? Too small! This raw and cosy bistro is where talented chef Ludovic Aillaud delivers up inspired dishes made with high-quality produce, ever-faithful to his philosophy of enjoying life to the full. This modest man has a nose for good food. The service is fast, the menu is lively…
Maison Nosh Sextius
Aix en Provence
Nosh is more than just another house with a Hot dog concept. The trans-Atlantic dishes are revisited with a French and creative touch for amazing recipes that include the classics. The Nosh house is most ready to bring you a healthy diet all products are from local producers and a great variety…
