The Musée du Vieil Aix sits in a refined 18th century townhouse in the heart of Aix en Provence where quiet rooms unfold with painted ceilings delicate furnishings and collections that trace the city’s traditions from ceremonial objects to finely crafted puppets and festival costumes. As you wander through the intimate salons you sense the rhythm of old Aix in the portraits the Provençal décor and the stories of local customs that shaped daily life and public celebration. The museum encourages slow exploration and after your visit you can step directly into the surrounding maze of elegant streets continue with a gentle walk toward the shaded Cours Mirabeau or join one of the guided heritage routes that lead you past fountains hidden courtyards and historic mansions making the museum a graceful starting point for discovering the city’s deeper layers.
Part of: France