This guide maps out the 35 must-see art stops for 2025—from monumental sculptures hidden in the hills to minimalist masterpieces housed in modernist icons. Whether you’re cruising the coast or winding through the vineyards of Provence, here’s where to get your summer Art Fixes, rosé in hand.
Dive into your coastal journey with our South of France Art Fix Map.
BARJAC
Eschaton-Anselm Kiefer Foundation
- Until 31 Oct ’25
- La Ribaute, Quartier de Montferré, Barjac
- eschaton-foundation.com
Step into the monumental world of Anselm Kiefer at La Ribaute, a remote 40-hectare former silk mill transformed into a labyrinth of concrete towers, subterranean chambers, and thought-provoking installations. Make sure to book ahead!
ARLES
Fondation Vincent Van Gogh
- Summer exhibition: Sigmar Polke (until 25 Oct ‘25)
- 35 Rue du Dr Fanton, Arles
- fondation-vincentvangogh-arles.org
Van Gogh’s year in Arles was one of his most prolific—painting nearly 200 works, including Sunflowers and The Yellow House. In this restored 15th-century building, his legacy sparks dialogue with contemporary artists like Sigmar Polke, Alice Neel, David Hockney, and Yan Pei-Ming.
Art Fix: In 1888, Van Gogh rented the Yellow House on Place du Forum Arles dreaming it would become a vibrant artist hub, or “Studio of the South.” Today, instead of paintbrushes, you’ll find pastis and espresso on the tables where creativity once simmered.
Les Rencontres d’Arles
Every July since 1970, the world’s most iconic photo fair transforms this historic Roman town into photography’s beating heart. With bold curation across churches, warehouses, and ruins, it mixes rising talent with legends—setting the tone for the global photo scene.
Luma Arles
- Parc des Ateliers, 35 avenue Victor Hugo, Arles
- luma.org
Luma Arles is more than a museum—it brings together art, research, ecology, and space for radical thinking. The reflective tower designed by Frank Gehry was built to catch the mysterious light that inspired Van Gogh’s Starry Night.
Art Fix tip: Have lunch at Café du Parc and marvel at the floor artwork by Kerstin Brätsch.
Lee Ufan Arles
- 5 Rue Vernon, Arles
- leeufan-arles.org
Occupying three floors of the restored 17th century Hôtel Vernon in Arles, this space invites slowness, silence, and meditative reflection dedicated to the South Korean Mono-ha pioneer.
SLEEP: L’Arlatan
- 20 Rue du Sauvage, 13200 Arles
- arlatan.com
A riot of color and form by artist Jorge Pardo, Hôtel L’Arlatan in Arles is both a boutique stay and a living artwork, where every hallway, tile, and light fixture could belong in a gallery.
AIX-EN-PROVENCE
Fondation Vasarely
- 1 Av. Marcel Pagnol, Aix-en-Provence
- fondationvasarely.org
See Victor Vasarely’s vision of ‘social art’ come alive as his signature optical illusions are integrated into architecture, with hexagonal pavilions that blend art, technology, and urbanism.
Château La Coste
- 2750 Route De La Cride, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade
- chateau-la-coste.com
Set on 600 acres of countryside, Château La Coste blends contemporary art with organic winery. Explore its site-specific sculptures on the 2.5-hour Art and Architecture walk.
Art Fix tip: Enjoy Argentinian flavors at Francis Mallmann’s restaurant on Château La Coste grounds.
SLEEP: Villa La Coste and Auberge La Coste
- 2750 Route de la Cride, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade
- chateau-la-coste.com
Treat yourself to a luxurious sleep at the ritzy 5-star Villa La Coste or opt for their newly opened Auberge La Coste.
SLEEP: Domaine de Fontenille
- Rte de Roquefraiche, Lauris
- lesdomainesdefontenille.com
Just 30 minutes from Chateau La Coste, Domaine de Fontenille offers elegant rooms, an art gallery, and organic vineyards—ideal for slow days of wine, walks, and culture.
HYÈRES AND SURROUNDINGS
Villa Noailles
- 47 Mnt de Noailles, Hyères
- villanoailles.com
Designed by Robert Mallet Stevens, Villa Noailles crowns a sunlit hill above Hyères with bright geometric rooms, cutting-edge fashion, photography, contemporary art, and stunning rooftop views.
Fondation Carmignac
- Piste de la Courtade Île de Porquerolles, Hyères
- fondationcarmignac.com
Tucked away on the island of Porquerolles, Fondation Carmignac blends art and escape, showcasing works by Basquiat, Lichtenstein, Richter, and Bourgeois beneath a Provençal villa.
The real magic begins outside, where a sculpture garden winds through olive trees and wild flowers, turning a simple stroll into a meditative encounter with art.
Art Fix tip: Slip off your shoes for the barefoot experience!
Take the ferry or the taxi boat ‘Le Pelican’ to get yourself on and off of the island!
SLEEP: Le Mas du Langoustier
- 2588 Chem. du Langoustier, Ile de Porquerolles
- langoustier.com
Le Mas du Langoustier combines Mediterranean charm with artistic allure, offering breathtaking views and lush gardens just a short drive from the Fondation Carmignac.
LE MUY
Commanderie de Peyrassol
- 1204 Chem. de la Commanderie de Peyrassol, Flassans-sur-Issole
- peyrassol.com
Sculptures by Gormley, Vasconcelos, Buren, and Tinguely dot the vineyards and trails, while the growing Austruy Collection inside has featured Kapoor, Pistoletto, and Lavier.
Art Fix tip: Reserve your lunch at the beautiful Chez Jeanette in advance!
Art Fix tip: Beat the heat by renting a golf cart to shuttle yourself around the estate, Art Fix style.
Domaine du Muy
- 83 Chem. des Leonards, Le Muy
- domainedumuy.com
Tucked in the Var countryside, Domaine du Muy is a sculpture-filled escape where bold works by artists like Rondinone, Comte, and LeWitt unfold across olive groves—far from the white-cube norm.
The Venet Foundation
- 150 Chem. du Moulin des Serres, Le Muy
- venetfoundation.org
Just 30 minutes from Domaine du Muy, this private estate features modern icons like Judd, Flavin, and LeWitt—plus France’s only Turrell Skyspace. Visit after dark to catch Elliptic, Ecliptic in full color.
Art Fix tip: Only guided tours are offered, no walk-ins allowed—make a reservation at least a month in advance.
SLEEP: Château de Berne
- Chemin des Imberts, Flayosc
- chateauberne.com
If sweeping views, seasonal fine dining, and total relaxation are your thing, head to Le Jardin de Berne—then unwind with Cinq Mondes Spa’s pool, hammam, and luxe treatments.
Art Fix tip: We give Château de Berne our vote for a great glass of wine.
MOUGINS, CANNES, ANTIBES
FAMM Mougins
- 32 Rue du Commandeur, Mougins
- famm.com
Perched in Mougins, FAMM highlights women artists from Gentileschi to Emin. Don’t forget your headphones—Katy Hessel narrates the audio guide on the app Bloomberg Connects.
Dragon Hill Residency
- Open only by appointment—contact ivy@art-fix.com
- 1528 Chemin de Castellaras, Mouans-Sartoux
- dragon.hill
Designed by Jacques Couëlle in 1964, Dragon Hill Residence has welcomed artists like Picasso and Yves Klein. Still a home for creators, it offers six-week studio residencies for artists and writers.
La Malmaison Art Center
- 47 Bd de la Croisette, Cannes
- cannes.com
Until January 2026, La Malmaison hosts Poussière d’étoiles, an exhibition of Jean-Michel Othoniel’s starry sculptures—an ode to the meteoric magic of gold and stardust.
Jaume Plensa in Antibes
- 32 Quai Henri Rambaud, Antibes
- antibes-juanlespins.com
Overlooking the Port Vauban, Jaume Plensa’s Le NOMADE invites visitors to step inside a towering figure woven from letters—part sculpture, part sanctuary—and full irresistible photo stop.
Art Fix tip: Heading toward Nice? Don’t miss Jaume Plensa’s outdoor work, Conversation à Nice, at Place Masséna.
Fondation Hartung-Bergman
- Summer exhibition: Inner Landscapes (until 26 Sept ‘25)
- 173 Chem. du Valbosquet, Antibes
- fondationhartungbergman.fr
Set in a serene modernist villa, the Fondation Hartung-Bergman reveals the introspective worlds of Hans Hartung and Anna-Eva Bergman through their preserved studios and striking abstract works.
SLEEP: Le Mas Candille
- 172 Bd Clément Rebuffel, Mougins
- mascandille.com
Le Mas Candille blends Provençal charm with contemporary luxury: complete with sculpted gardens, Michelin-starred dining, and sweeping views of the Alps.
SLEEP: Royal Mougins Golf Club
- 424 All. du Roi, Mougins
- royalmougins.fr
This one’s for the golf junkies: an 18-hole course winds through olive groves and ancient stone terraces, offering both challenge and scenery. The resort features a 4-star hotel, a spa, and the Royal Garden restaurant.
SLEEP: Le Manoir Etang
- 66 All. du Manoir, Mougins
- manoir-de-letang.com
A serene manor nestled in the hills of Mougins, this charming estate features spacious rooms with views of a lotus-covered lake, seasonal bistro, and bespoke art exhibitions.
SAINT-PAUL-DE-VENCE & VENCE
Fondation Maeght
- 623 Chem. des Gardettes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence
- fondation-maeght.com
Modeled after iconic institutions like the Guggenheim and Barnes Foundation, Fondation Maeght opened in 1964 as France’s first private art institute, featuring artists like Giacometti and Miró.
Art Fix tip: Don’t miss a long lunch at La Colombe d’Or, where legendary artists once traded paintings for meals, and their works still hang casually on the stone walls!
Matisse’s Chapelle du Rosaire
- 466 Av. Henri Matisse, Vence
- musee-matisse-nice.org
Designed by Matisse as a gift to the Dominican sisters who once cared for him, this serene chapel is a luminous union of art and faith, where stained glass and blue-and-white tiles bathe the space in a meditative glow.
NICE
Musée Matisse
- Summer exhibition: Matisse Méditerranée(s) (until 8 Sept ‘25)
- 164 Av. des Arènes de Cimiez, Nice
- musee-matisse-nice.org
Housed in a 17th-century villa overlooking Roman ruins, the Musée Matisse offers an intimate journey through the artist’s evolution.
Biennale des Arts et de l’Océan
- Until 28 Sept ‘25
- anneedelamer.nice.fr
The 2025 edition of the Biennale des Arts de Nice, La Mer autour de nous (The Sea Around Us), coincides with the UN Ocean Conference in June—emphasizing the city’s commitment to marine conservation through art.
Photo by Lance Gerber
Art Fix Tip: Take the walk along the promenades to see work by Shilpa Gupta, Laure Prouvost and more.
EAT: La Petite Maison
- 11 Rue Saint François de Paule, Nice
- instagram.com
Authentic Niçoise dining with a chic atmosphere on the waterfront.
SLEEP: Windsor Jungle Art Hôtel
- 11 Rue Dalpozzo, Nice
- hotelwindsornice.com
Part boutique hotel, part gallery, the Windsor in Nice features artist-designed rooms and a lush garden filled with sculptures—an unexpected escape from the Riviera buzz.
MONACO
Monaco Art Week
- 7 – 12 Jul ‘25
- monaco-artweek.com
Monaco Art Week brings the principality’s galleries, auction houses, and cultural institutions together for a week-long celebration of contemporary and modern art.
Grimaldi Art Forum
- Summer exhibition: Colors! Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou (until 31 Aug ’25)
- grimaldiforum.com
A cultural powerhouse on the Riviera, the Grimaldi Forum Monaco stages blockbuster exhibitions alongside a rich program of music, dance, and design.
Villa Paloma & Villa Sauber (Nouveau Musée National de Monaco)
- Summer exhibition: The Roaring 20s of Coco Chanel (from 19 Jun ‘25)
- nmnm.mc
Perched above the Mediterranean, Villa Paloma and Villa Sauber—part of the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco—pair historic charm with bold contemporary art, offering sweeping views and dynamic exhibitions.
Hauser & Wirth
- Summer exhibitions: Barbara Chase-Riboud (until 14 Jun ‘25) and Annie Leibovitz (until 27 Sept ‘25)
- 1 Pl. du Casino, Monaco
- hauserwirth.com
Near the historic Hôtel de Paris, Hauser & Wirth’s new gallery centers on a striking 290 sq.m. cube, lit from above by a dramatic skylight. This summer: Barbara Chase-Riboud and Annie Leibovitz.
Art Fix tip: Before leaving Monaco, snap a perfect summer selfie in the Sky Mirror by Anish Kapoor outside the Casino Monte-Carlo.
EAT: Cantinetta Antinori Monaco
- 11 Av. Princesse Grâce, Monaco
- cantinettaantinori.mc
Warm ambiance and a menu inspired by traditional Tuscan recipes.
