Audio Guide of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

The villa is open EVERY day of the year. General hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. In July and August, it stays open until 7:00 PM. Last entry is 1 hour before closing. Always check the official website for possible changes.

General admission: €17 (€16 online). Reduced rate: €13.50 (students, visitors with disabilities). Children under 7 enter free. Includes an audio guide in 8 languages. We recommend buying online: Buy tickets here to avoid lines.

A full visit takes between 2 and 3 hours: 1 hour for the villa plus 1 to 2 hours for the 9 themed gardens. The audio guide tour lasts 45 minutes if you only want to see the essentials.

It is a Belle Époque palace built in 1912 by Baroness Béatrice Ephrussi, a patron of the arts. It is renowned for its Renaissance art collection, Sèvres porcelain, and gardens classified as a "Remarkable Garden of France."

Spring (April to June), when the 9 gardens are in bloom. Avoid July and August because of the crowds. The ideal time is early in the morning (10:00 AM) or later in the day (after 5:00 PM). Sundays are usually busier.

Yes, partially. The gardens and ground floor are accessible. The upper floor is only reachable by stairs (74 steps). Free wheelchairs are available (advance booking at +33 4 93 01 33 09). More details can be found in the accessibility guide.

20 minutes away: Villefranche-sur-Mer and its bay. 30 minutes away: Monaco and the Oceanographic Museum. In 40 minutes, you can reach Saint-Tropez or Nice. You can also combine your visit with Villa Kérylos (just 5 km away). Use the virtual tour to plan your route.

1) Wear comfortable shoes for the gardens 2) Bring sunscreen and a hat 3) The audio guide is included (ask for it at the ticket desk) 4) Don’t miss the Japanese garden show with music 5) Visit the café with its panoramic terrace overlooking the Mediterranean.