We visited in Sept 2021, shortly after the museum had completed a renovation. To our surprise we…read morespent over two hours going through the displays and the outside reproduction of some of the battleworks; (using the same ticket) we then spent 30 minutes at the nearby uncovered ruins of a Gallo-Roman village. We learned A LOT. Due to the renovation, handheld tablets and audioguides are no longer offered in the museum. Instead there are several short videos (in French with English and German subtitles) and many static displays (again in French with English and German subtitles). (A visitor to the ruins can use a tablet or a printed guide.) The short videos provide an excellent overview of the Roman conquest of Gaul, and of the Siege of Alesia. There is also a section that discusses the use of the Gaullic "image" in past advertising to sell products within France, and how the legacy of Vercingetorix was used during WW2 by both the Vichy French government and by the Resistance. The design of the museum is in harmony with the subject matter. This includes the top floor, where one can do a 360 degree walk and see the actual battlegrounds of the siege and the position of the Roman camps, the Gaullic relief force, and the besieged town. (There is a restaurant at the museum. We had lunch there to save time. Food was just ok, coffee (from machine) awful but caffeinated, and service impatient.)

Battle of Alesia made famous by Napoleon #3. Romans vs. Gallic. Gallic has mostly France, but also…read moreBelgium, Luxembourg, Germany. Some German Gallic actually fought with the Romans under Caesar. Not Caesar salad or C-section but really the general Caesar and in the end the army won over the Gallic. Fantastic museum for adults and kids. Reenactment every so often, with a film. This is not a typical museum but imagine this was a place where a very big history took place in Europe. Be prepared to spend lots of money in the gift shop. There are so many cool finds. In France, you really can't go wrong with so many cool historical sites. Not too crowded. Come late on Sunday, it opens until 7 and the sun is still out.

They've taken great care in constructing and maintaining the buildings and museum. It's a lovely…read morestory of French nobility caring for the poor (partly by giving them wine, not plague contaminated water). You'll get a free audio recording with your entrance fee. The walk through the building will take 30 to 60 minutes. The entrance is just across from a visitor center. Theres a shop just before the exit.

Educate yourself about the history of one of the world's best wine auctions and wine events. The…read moreaudio guide available in numerous languages brings the architectural and cultural highlights to life in the phenomenal restoration and collection. This was our third tour and we learn something everytime!

From the owner: Hôtel des Ducs de Bourgogne Crée en 1946 dans l'ancien Hôtel des Ducs de Bourgogne, Le Musée du Vin…read moreraconte l'histoire de la vigne et du vin d'hier à aujourd'hui. On découvre le travail des vignerons et des tonneliers, leurs outillages, l'art et les traditions viticoles ainsi que des tapisseries d'Aubusson sur le thème du vin. Possibilité de visite guidée.

From the owner: Ancien couvent des Ursulines Situé dans le quartier de l'Hôtel de Ville, Le Musée des Beaux-Arts de…read moreBeaune dévoile au public une magnifique collection de peintures de Félix Ziem. Très appréciée aussi des touristes, la Statue Ondine, chef d'oeuvre d'Auguste Pérault reste incontournable. Le Musée présente aussi une section d'archéologie gallo-romaine (avec notamment une intéressante collection de stèles) ainsi que des expositions temporaires. Le Musée Marey se trouve dans les mêmes locaux que le Musée des Beaux-Arts.

Was in Beaune and saw several flyers for this place. Was initially very skeptical - what was a Dali…read moremuseum doing in Beaune (although is Beaune any odder than St. Petersburg, Florida)? Wasn't planning on going, but then I walked into the museum courtyard and saw two very nice Dali sculptures. Admission was 7 Euro, and I like Dali, so I decided to give it a try. Small collection, but some very nice works and some of his works (many of them sculptures) I have not seen before. There were also some interesting interactive pieces. Don't know if all are originals (they may be), but I very much enjoyed the museum and the way the collection was arranged. I especially liked the larger back room - comfortable chairs and quiet and so a nice place to just take a look and think about all the different works in the room (including a full dining set). They also have a very nice gift shop. The owners clearly care about this place and this was one of the highlights of my trip to Beaune.