The Museum of Auxerre

Discover the Auxerre Museum

Want to discover more about the world around us? Head to the Auxerre Museum, only a 10-minute walk from the hotel!

No less than 160,000 natural history specimens have been collected over nearly 250 years to retrace the history of our environment and biodiversity in the past and today.

Fossils, herbariums, minerals, insects, skeletons and even naturalized animals; something to pique the curiosity of young and old alike.

Two temporary exhibitions are also proposed every year by the Museum.

From now until 28 August 2022, discover "Animals in the sky".
Who has never wondered where the names of the constellations come from? Bear, toucan, scorpion... Where do they come from? This exhibition reveals all the secrets of the stars, combining astronomy and mythology. You can enjoy beautiful images and projections of the starry sky.

Practical information :

• Address: 5 boulevard Vauban, 89000 Auxerre
• Opening hours: 9am-12pm Monday to Friday, 9am-12.30pm Sunday
• Free admission

Book your hotel in the centre of Auxerre

For a holiday or a weekend with your partner or family, the Best Western Signature Collection Hôtel Le Maxime in Auxerre welcomes you in an exceptional setting.
Located on the banks of the Yonne River, the hotel was once a salt storehouse and has been completely renovated to become a charming hotel in the heart of Auxerre.

Only a few minutes from the city centre of Auxerre, the hotel is ideally located for visiting the city on foot.

After a day exploring the treasures of Auxerre, a peaceful night in one of our 25 rooms awaits you. They can accommodate up to 4 people and all have air conditioning.

You will also find a bar where you can spend a convivial moment and enjoy delicious cocktails, or you can book a toning or relaxing massage at the reception according to your desires.

Good plan: take advantage of the last minute or Avant Première rate to benefit from an advantageous price when you book!

Book now your stay at the Best Western Signature Collection Hôtel Le Maxime in the city centre of Auxerre!