2 établissements muséaux labellisés sont présents à Cayenne (Guyane). La ville peut compter sur 2 musées aux collections variées. Cayenne est implantée dans le département Guyane.
Museums in Cayenne
Cayenne Museums
With 2 « Musée de France » labeled museums, Cayenne holds a significant place in the cultural landscape of the Guyane department. Each museum in the city preserves collections that reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer visitors a variety of discoveries.
Domains and Collections
The museums of Cayenne present collections covering the following fields: Archéologie, Ethnologie, Sciences de la nature, Amérique, Asie. This diversity allows visitors to explore different facets of the heritage, whether art, history, science, or local traditions.
Plan your visit to Cayenne
To visit the museums of Cayenne, 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.
Cayenne in the Guyane department
Cayenne is part of the Guyane department (GuyaneCode), in the Guyane region. Other municipalities in the department also house labeled museums. A stay in the region allows you to combine visiting the museums of Cayenne 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
Cayenne hosts 2 museums bearing the 'Museum of France' label, awarded by the Ministry of Culture.
Museums in Cayenne 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.
Cayenne is located in the Guyane 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.