Espace culturel départemental Lympia

Housed in the former penal prison at the port of Nice and the Pavillon de l’Horloge, Espace Lympia hosts temporary exhibitions organised by the Département des Alpes-Maritimes. Admission is free.

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Address: 2 quai Entrecasteaux, 06300, Nice
Opening times: From September to June, open Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. In July and August, open Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm. Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
Prices: Free entry.

Official source Directions

Information checked on October 9, 2026 · DATAtourisme · Office de Tourisme Métropolitain Nice Côte d'Azur

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