Tapestry Museum

The Tapestry Museum, in Aix-en-Provence

The Tapestry Museum is located in the former palace of the archbishopric of Aix-en-Provence. The Aix-en-Provence audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this museum and its precious hangings, in a prestigious setting.

Hangings in the former archbishopric

The Tapestry Museum occupies the former palace of the archbishopric, a fine building of the centre of Aix-en-Provence. It houses a remarkable collection of old tapestries, including precious hangings of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, witnesses of the refinement of aristocratic interiors. The courtyard of the palace also hosts the performances of the famous opera festival of Aix. This museum combines textile heritage and prestigious setting, in the heart of the city.

What to see

You admire the remarkable collection of old tapestries, including precious hangings of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, in the former palace of the archbishopric. The Tapestry Museum combines textile heritage and prestigious setting. It is a stop for lovers of art and heritage, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Tapestry Museum lies in the former palace of the archbishopric, in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, reachable on foot. The visit follows its own hours and conditions, which vary with the season and the programme. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

What does the Tapestry Museum of Aix house?

A remarkable collection of old tapestries, including precious hangings of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, in the former palace of the archbishopric.

Where is the Tapestry Museum?

In the former palace of the archbishopric, in the heart of Aix-en-Provence.