Housed in a large 19th century building, like a lookout post overlooking the Loire, at the very place where “Jules Verne must have often come to contemplate the river, where it becomes the gateway to the open sea and a path to adventure” (Julien Gracq, La Forme d’une ville), this museum, which is dedicated to his life, recreates the richness and diversity of his work. Manuscripts, books and documents, illustrations, posters, games and objects invite visitors to “journey to the centre” of Verne’s writing.
In summer, take the stairs to discover a garden that invites you to travel and enjoy a plant immersion that echoes the novels of the writer.
Twenty-thousand places: mapping Jules Verne around the world
Streets, squares, cafés, schools, statues, parks… The names of Jules Verne, his works and his characters can be found all over the world.
This interactive map is a tool for learning about and referencing these places of memory, which bear witness to the international scope of the cultural legacy of the author of Voyages extraordinaires. Explore its contents, or easily contribute to its enrichment by reporting your discoveries!
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Nantes is transforming
Nantes has been getting a major makeover since 2024.
The city is currently undergoing extensive public works, particularly around Île de Nantes (Quai de la Fosse and the Pont Anne-de-Bretagne bridge). Tram Line 1 will be temporarily suspended from mid-June to late August 2026. The city centre and Parc des Chantiers – Machines de l’Île will remain accessible, thanks to replacement buses and to the pedestrian and cycling routes that will continue to be open. Park-and-ride facilities are available to drivers.
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3 Rue de l'Hermitage, 44100 Nantes
How to get there?
Tram: Line 1, stop Gare maritime then 15 minutes walk
Chronobus: Line C1, stop Lechat then 10 minutes walk
Navibus: Line N2, stop Bas-Chantenay then 25 minutes walk
Bicloo: Garennes station
T. +33 (0)2 40 69 72 52
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September to June:
6 days a week (closed Tuesdays), 14.00 – 18.00; Saturdays, 10.00-12.00 / 14.00 – 18.00. Guided tours in French every Sunday (except the first Sunday of the month).
Closed on Tuesday.
Closed from Monday 22 to Friday 26 June 2026
Closure at 4pm on 24/12 and 31/12.
From 4 July to 31 August: 7 days a week, 10.00 – 19.00. Guided tours in French every day.
Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 1 November and 25 December.
Free for PASS Nantes holders
Book PASS Nantes
Pass Musées : 15 € (valid one year from date to date in the 5 metropolitan museums)
Free on the first Sunday of each month, except July and August.
4€ full / 1,50€ reduced / Free for under 18s
Guided tours cost €6 for the full price, then €2 to €3.50 for the reduced price, free for children under 7.
More information on the museum’s website.
