Nice, the beautiful city of the French Riviera is home to the world famous an ancient Musee et Site Archeologiques de Cimiez alias the Museum of archeology, Nice, France. Enclosed within the bounds of a splendid park embellished with lush trees, this archaeological sites also house the Matisse Museum.

Keeping in perfect tune with the old world charm of Nice, which itself is a collage of the European and Russian cultures ever since the beginning of their rendezvous way back in the 19th century, Musee et Site Archeologiques de Cimiez offers its global visitors an opportunity to have a glimpse of both of them at one go. Quite evidently so, it tops the list of favorites of the tourers out on Nice Tours.
Located on the site of the ancient city of Cemenelum (Cimiez), Nice's Musee et Site Archeologiques de Cimiez contains archaeological evidence of the glorious past of Cimiez and Nice, as well as invaluable collections from other ancient European sites- all under one roof. Being far away from the hustle and bustle of the city hub on one of the city's most prominent hills, it serves as one of the most tranquil Tourist Attractions in Nice. Its popularity as the proud possessor of the remarkably well-preserved Roman baths dating back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD is also quite far-flung, which is evident from the massive footfall all the year round.
Apart from objects of great historical significance, you will also come across various other displays like vases and jewelery, have either been found during excavations or come from other sites. The unique small boutique offering a range of books on the 'Cemenelum' (Cimiez) site and Nice in general is also among the 'must sees' in the museum.
Musee et Site Archeologiques de Cimiez has much more in offer for you. Visit the place at any time of the year, and nothing like if you can make it on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, when the entry is free for everybody alike.
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