In the heart of the city center, La Banque, museum of Cultures and Landscapes (Hyères museum) found its place in the magnificent former extension of the Bank of France. This ancient building (20th century) of neo-classical and art déco style, is an ideal setting for art collections labelled “Musée de France”. The museum trail explains the story of Hyères, its landscape evolution and activities, through 200 works of art.
In the heart of the city center, La Banque, museum of Cultures and Landscapes (Hyères museum) found its place in the magnificent former extension of the Bank of France. This ancient building (20th century) of neo-classical and art déco style, is an ideal setting for art collections labelled “Musée de France”. The museum trail explains the story of Hyères, its landscape evolution and activities, through 200 works of art.
La Banque, musée des Cultures et du Paysage
14, avenue Joseph-Clotis
83400 Hyères
Autumn winter: Tuesday to Friday 2pm-6pm, Wednesday and Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 2pm-6pm.
13 July to 20 September: Tuesdays to Fridays 11am-7pm, Saturdays 3pm-7pm and Sundays 10am-2pm.
Locate other art venues in the vicinity on the map.
PLACES TO DISCOVER
• The farmers’ market of local producers : every Tuesday in downtown Hyères.
• The Saint Paul collegiate : church built in 1182 and classified as a Historical Monument.
• Parcours des Arts et du Patrimoine : about 40 galleries, craftspeople workshops and boutiques in the pedestrian streets of the old town.
PLACES TO STAY
• La Reine Jane : a family hotel with 14 bedrooms decorated by 14 designers. Aperitif on the rooftop and pleasant, generous restaurant, ideal with friends.
• Le Provençal*** : an institution of the Giens Peninsula: sea view, legendary seawater pool, friendly welcome.
• Lido Beach : hotel located in edge of beach with sight on the roadstead of Hyères.
• Lilou : Resurrecting an old hotel dating back to 1890, Lilou revives the tradition of grand hotels, artfully wrapped and perfumed on every floor with fig tree essences.
PLACES TO EAT
• La Rascasse : the gourmet restaurant of the hotel Le Provença overlooks the sea and the Hyères islands with its outside terrace.
• Le Pothuau : provençal seafood specialities. Bouillabaisse, provençal bourride, fish soup and seafood paella… Reservation required.
• La Langouste : snack in the villa Noailles’ garden.
• Le Marais Plage : mediterranean cuisine to enjoy in front of the sea.
• Chez Lulu : traditional Italian cuisine and Le Frigo de Lulu for the Italian delicatessen and snack.
• Le Denti : fish eatery, 100% sea and local. Ideally located on a terrace downtown.
• La Brasserie : the traditional bistro of the hôtel Le Provençal.
• Don Pappazino : delicious pizzas.