Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Advantages: Lots to do Good climate Great Food
Disadvantages: Not the best beach in the world

.... One not to be missed is the Musée Matisse at Cimiez this houses the artists own collection and gets five stars from me. Next door is the Musée Archéologique which is also good but as I spent three years in Greece I  am a little jaded when it comes to classical artifacts. The Musée d'Art et d' Histoire on the Promenade des Anglais has some fine paintings and decorative arts. Musée des Beaux Art at 33 Ave des Baumettes houses a fine collection. Musée Chagall if you like Chagall this is not to be missed the series of paintings of old testament scenes is fantastic. I can not get my friend who usually accompanies me on these visits through the door, some people just hate Chagall. Musée d'Art Moderne this is close to the Place Garibaldi and consists of a collection of 1960 to now Pop Art and is ok if you like that sort of thing... Read review

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Advantages: Centre small enough to get around on foot, pretty
Disadvantages: What disadvantages??!!

...I spent a year in Dijon during my university year abroad and despite my distinct homesickness and sheer glee to get out of the place once July 2003 came around, this shouldn't reflect badly on the beautiful city itself. First things first for a tourist; there are an abundance of really nice, cosy yet resonable hotels/ guesthouses. There a few grotty ones too, particulary on Avenue Maréchal Foch, but a really nice hotel can be found on a quiet Dijon back street. Can't remember the name of the hotel, but it's on Rue Verrerie, parallel with Rue de la Préfecture (where I used to live!!). Ok, sightseeing wise, there is a lot to see. If you are ok with heights, you must go to the top of La Tour Philippe Le Bon, in the middle of the fine arts museum grounds (Musée des Beaux arts), on the main road through, Rue de la Liberté. It's high... Read review

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Advantages: History, culture and good food
Disadvantages: Industrial backdrop

...and a resplendent Musee Des Beaux Arts which is housed in a 17th century Abbey. Look out for the underground carparks that were co-designed by architects and artists, great fun. Since 1985 Lyon has been desperately trying to improve self-image and reputation, so a lot of money has been invested into the lighting of the city. This has worked wonders and as you stroll along the banks of the Saone at night, looking for a nice restaurant, (of which there are many,) you will appreciate the effort.... Read review

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