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.

Admission is free!!! Pass by the information center to get your tickets. Such an interesting museum…read morewith a wide selection of art pieces, sculptures and a whole lot more. They have 1 monet art piece. Located in the historic City Center of Dijon. Really a must go to when in Dijon, France

Museum of fine art of Dijon located in the liberation square. It is next to Duke of Burgundy…read morePalace. This museums have four level to visit. It will take at least two and half hours to to complete visit. You might want to plan your route to visit the museum. It take planning to visit every rooms. The display divide into subcategory. Include medieval Europe, renaissance Europe, 17 and 18 century, 19 century, medieval burgundy, And more. This museums have a lot of burgundy history. It is one of the biggest public collections over 50 rooms. The collection include sculpture, painting, metal art and more. They do have some Egypt collection.

Amazing museum with an uninspiring exterior. The painting and bust collection is awesome! This is…read morea must see in Troyes!

From the owner: Une vraie merveille Une grande place est accordée à la peinture française du 14ème au 19ème siècle…read moremais aussi à l'art italien et nordique avec des noms tels que Rubens ou Van Dyck. Sont présents aussi des sculptures, des objets d'arts et du mobilier qui ont marqués les époques. Ce musée est spécialisé dans l'archéologie de la région, présentée dans les caves voûtées du bâtiment de façon thématique et chronologique, de la préhistoire à l'époque mérovingienne. Il abrite aussi une collection américaine non encore inventoriée. Parmi la quinzaine d'objets attribuée au Grand Nord canadien et Eskimo (colliers et parures d'os et de coquillages, instruments de pêche, etc.), certains pourraient provenir du Québec méridional et Indien.

Wonderful and creepy all at the same time! How cool is that?…read more There were mannequins showing how people lived in burgundy at some point in time. I'm not really sure, because it was all in French. I really loved how the women mannequins had these really interesting head coverings. They were lacy, and covered the bun that most women seem to wear at that point in time. There were rooms set up to show a typical kitchen at that point in time, a bedroom, etc. It was free, and honestly worth the visit.

From the owner: La Bourgogne de Maurice Perrin de Puycousin Le fondateur de ce musée a réuni au cours de sa longue…read morevie de nombreux témoignages sur la vie quotidienne des Bourguignons au XIXème siècle. Autant dire que les objets de cette époque sont rares et précieux. Tels le mobilier ou les costumes traditionnels exposés, ou la rue commerciale reconstituée, typique du siècle dernier.

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.