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SOMMAIRE / SUMMARY
The Nice Cimiez archaeological museum is located on the site of the ancient Roman city of Cemenelum. The museum consists of two parts: a covered museum displaying its collections, and an outdoor area where Roman remains are still visible.
The archaeological museum exhibits many of the objects found in the Roman ruins of the ancient city of Cemenelum, now Nice's Cimiez district.Some of the objects come from excavations in the region.But what makes this archaeological museum attractive is not just the sobjets. In fact, some of them are put into situation, so that you can see the authentic object and its use. There are also models of buildings, to help visitors understand the remains on the outside.This is a living museum of Nice's origins.
In the outer enclosure, numerous building foundations have been discovered, mainly public baths and a few dwellings with shops.The northern baths are in sufficient condition to recognize the various parts of the Roman baths:
Interesting too, towards the western baths, the foundations of the church and its outer baptistery. This was a small pool dug into the ground, with steps to access it. At the time, the baptism ceremony required the baptized person to be fully immersed.The presence of the first Christians is estimated as early as the 3rd century, including the man who would become Saint Pons.
A building plan of the entire outdoor site is on display on site, along with directions.
Musée archéologique de Nice Cimiez160, avenue des Arènes de Cimiez06000 NICE
Museum open daily except TuesdayFrom November 1 to April 30, 10am to 5pmFrom May 2 to October 31, 10am to 6pmClosed January 1, Easter Sunday, May 1, December 25
AccessBus : Lines 5, 18 and 33 (Stop Arènes / Musée Matisse)
Official websiteincluding the virtual tour of the site