Bernard Magrez Art Institute, City of Bordeaux

A private art initiative that is open to the public

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The Institut Culturel Bernard Magrez wants to be a bridge between tradition and innovation.

The building offers a new original space of cultural dissemination, meeting, exchange and creation, and from a desire to make contemporary art more accessible to better understand and feel better in a case made of pleasure and contemplation.

With a permanent collection of contemporary art and many temporary exhibitions this mansion in the centre of Bordeaux offers a quiet atmosphere to enjoy art. The small gardens are also very pleasant to wander through. You can enjoy a glass of wine from one of the wineries of Bernard Magrez.

Worth knowing

Guided tours are offered either during or outside public opening hours.

Visitor comments

"A lovely Bordeaux house with different art offerings. We saw a mix of graffiti art and French crystal. Free on the first Sunday in the month and as we were at Le Grand Maison for lunch this was a great way to spend time afterwards." - Trip Advisor
"Not to be missed by the contemporary and street art lovers. JonOne, Rouge, Monkeybird.... to name just a few whose works have been displayed here. Great venue in the stylish establishments." - Trip Advisor
"Glad I made the effort to find this place, it's 3 separate galleries in different buildings and a garden with some sculptures, Excellent eclectic mix when I went. There's a small entrance fee." - Trip Advisor

Directions

If you are arriving by car then you can make your way to Parking Barrière du Médoc, a 10-minute walk away or Parking Beaujon, a 2-minute walk.

When to come

Monday: Closed to the public
Tuesday: 16:00-21:00
Wednesday: 13:00-18:00
Thursday: 13:00-18:00
Friday: 13:00-18:00
Saturday: 13:00-18:00
Sunday: 13:00-18:00

Guided tours: Every day open to the public at 16:00 (reservation). Visit duration: 1 hour. Group tours by appointment.