Musee Jules Verne

Top 3% of attractions in Nantes
9/10

What the experts agree on

A charming 19th-century house overlooking the river, filled with Jules Verne memorabilia—manuscripts, first editions, portraits, and quirky artifacts that delight fans and young explorers alike.

5 expert reviews

“The Jules Vernes museum, housed in a 19C house, contains many souvenirs of the life of the celebrated Nantes writer: autographs, furniture, objects, portraits, posters.”

– Michelin Guide

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Overlooking the river, this is a magical museum with 1st-edition books, hand-edited manuscripts and cardboard theatre cut-outs." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Fans of the author and young explorers will enjoy the museum’s displays of memorabilia and artifacts inspired by his writings, from ink spots to a “magic” lantern with glass slides." Full review
Independent Independent
"Don't miss the Jules Verne Museum on the river bank, admission €3/£2.20."
National Geographic National Geographic
"Learn more about the author's life at the Jules Verne Museum — located in the Chantenay district — which showcases the scope of his fantastical imagination and includes manuscripts, books..."
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