À Aurillac (Cantal), 2 musées accueillent les visiteurs. Avec 2 musées, la ville propose un éventail de collections dans plusieurs domaines. La ville appartient au département Cantal.
Museums in Aurillac
Aurillac Museums
Aurillac has 2 « Musée de France » labeled museums on its territory. This municipality in the Cantal department (CantalCode), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, possesses a museum heritage that reflects its history and cultural identity. The collections preserved in these institutions cover varied fields and contribute to local cultural life.
Domains and Collections
The museums of Aurillac present collections covering the following fields: Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Sciences de la nature. This diversity allows visitors to explore different facets of the heritage, whether art, history, science, or local traditions.
Plan your visit to Aurillac
To visit the museums of Aurillac, check the page of each institution on our website. You will find the address and available information. As opening hours and admission fees vary by museum, it is recommended to contact the institution directly before your visit. The municipality may also have a tourist office that centralizes practical information.
Aurillac in the Cantal department
Aurillac is part of the Cantal department (CantalCode), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Other municipalities in the department also house labeled museums. A stay in the region allows you to combine visiting the museums of Aurillac with those in neighboring cities.
Data sources
The information presented comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture (data.culture.gouv.fr), under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab).
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Aurillac hosts 2 museums bearing the 'Museum of France' label, awarded by the Ministry of Culture.
Museums in Aurillac cover various fields: fine arts, archaeology, history, natural sciences, decorative arts, ethnology.
Prices vary. Many offer free admission on the first Sunday of the month and reduced rates.
Check the details of each museum for the full address. Most are accessible by public transportation.
Yes, digitized works are accessible via the Joconde database of the Ministry of Culture.
Accessibility depends on each establishment. Contact the museum before your visit.
Aurillac is located in the Cantal department.
Many museums offer guided tours and workshops. Inquire directly with the establishment.
Museums participate in national events (Night of Museums, Heritage Days) and host temporary exhibitions.
The data come from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture (data.culture.gouv.fr), under Open License v2.0.