Musée des arts asiatiques de Toulon

The Musée des arts asiatiques de Toulon houses art from China, Japan, Tibet, Mongolia, and India within a historic Mediterranean villa near the shoreline. The collections are arranged by geographic origin and supplemented with changing exhibitions throughout the year.

The building was originally a residence for relatives of writer Jules Verne before being converted into a museum. This transformation linked the villa's literary heritage to its new role as a cultural institution.

The collection grew from gifts by Toulon sailors who gathered art during their travels across Asia, creating a record of encounters between maritime traders and distant cultures. These objects tell stories of how ports brought together different worlds.

The museum sits within walking distance of the beach and waterfront promenade, with free guided tours for visually impaired visitors available by request. The location is straightforward to navigate and easily accessible from downtown.

The museum arranges its Asian art by geographic zones, guiding visitors through a route that mirrors a journey across the continent. This layout transforms viewing the collection into a geographical exploration.

Location: Toulon

Official opening: 2001

GPS coordinates: 43.10776,5.93704

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43