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Palais Lascaris, Nice

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#5 of 31 in Museums in Nice

Historic Site Specialty Museum

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The home of the Vintimille-Lascaris family until the beginning of the 19th century, Palais Lascaris has been owned by the city of Nice since 1942, and has been open to the public for over 40 years. The aristocratic structure houses one of France's best collections of musical instruments, with more than 500 pieces. See Palais Lascaris and all Nice has to offer by arranging your trip with our Nice road trip app .

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• By Dr_Bob1

  This is a lovely place. It now houses a wonderful collection of old musical instruments and is also of great architectural note. I’m slightly saddened that the old pharmacy now seems to have been...  more »

• By Emma W

  Saw the sign and went in! No idea really what I was visiting! But what a superb surprise ! A wonderful Baroque palace. Stunning rococo style decoration. I enjoyed wandering round the amazing...  more »

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• By Richard Hemingway

  Some fascinating old musical instruments on the top floor. Sadly the level of explanation was not up to the standards of other museums in Nice and the opportunities to add good audio experience not explored. The temporary exhibitions on other floors could also have been better curated.

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• By Kate Berg

  It was an interesting place. We got in for free because we were students with ID, so I can't speak to if it's worth the price. There were entertaining things to see related to music.

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