Musée des beaux-arts de Rennes

The Musée des beaux-arts de Rennes displays artworks spanning many centuries across multiple exhibition spaces and galleries. The collection ranges from ancient Egyptian objects to contemporary artistic forms.

The museum began in 1794 during the French Revolution, when artworks from churches and public buildings entered state collections through government action. These acquisitions shaped what you see today.

The paintings come from several European schools spanning centuries, showing how artists from different regions approached their subjects. Walking through the halls, you see works side by side that tell different stories about art-making across the continent.

You can visit on weekdays and weekends, though hours vary depending on the day of the week. It closes on certain public holidays, so check ahead to confirm when it will be open.

The collection includes drawings attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and Rembrandt that came from a significant private collection. These rare works form a noteworthy part of what the museum holds.

Location: Rennes

Inception: 1794

Architects: Charles Millardet, Vincent-Marie Boullé

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Fee: No

Address: Quai Émile Zola

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; Holidays off

Phone: +33223621745

Email: museebeauxarts@ville-rennes.fr

Website: https://mba.rennes.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.10944,-1.67500

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41