National Maritime Museum of Rochefort Tickets
National Maritime Museum of Rochefort
The Hôtel de Cheusses, the oldest civil building in Rochefort, houses the National Maritime Museum: a unique exhibition on the French Navy located on the banks of the Charente River.
With this ticket to the National Maritime Museum of Rochefort, you can explore an arsenal commissioned by Louis XIV at your own pace. The exhibition features ship models, navigational instruments, paintings, and other objects related to the history of this former warehouse.
Among the main highlights of the exhibition are scale models of historic vessels such as Le Plongeur, La Vestale, Le Royal, Le Dauphin Royal, and Le Météore.
Another standout piece in the museum is the model of Fort Boyard. Created for the 1867 Universal Exhibition, this model shows in detail the characteristics of this Napoleonic fort. The original is located between the islands of Aix and Oléron, off the coast of La Rochelle, and became popular in the 1990s thanks to a successful television show filmed there.
The exhibition also includes objects related to naval health, such as surgical instruments and other items belonging to the Naval Medical School.
A visit to the museum is estimated to last between 1 hour and 1.5 hours, although you may spend as much time as you wish exploring the exhibition rooms.
Opening Hours
The National Maritime Museum of Rochefort is open at the following times:
- From September 1 to November 2: Every day (except Tuesdays) from 10 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 6 pm
- From February 7 to March 31: Every day (except Tuesdays) from 1:30 pm to 6 pm
- From April 1 to July 3: Every day (except Tuesdays) from 10 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 6 pm
- From July 4 to August 31: Every day from 10 am to 6 pm
Audio Guide
If you would like to tour the museum with an audio guide in English, you can purchase one on the day of your visit for € 2 (US$ 2.36).
Free Admission
Young people from the European Union aged 18 to 25, as well as visitors under 18 of any nationality, are entitled to free admission. To do so, they must collect their ticket directly at the ticket office.
Other Branches of The National Maritime Museum
If you wish, you can visit other branches of the museum:
More Information
Included
Admission to the National Maritime Museum in Rochefort
Not included
Audio guide in English: € 2 (US$ 2.36)
When to book?
You can book up until 1 hour before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible.
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This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis, we offer tickets at official prices, with full transparency and exclusive benefits for our users. In a few exceptional cases (less than 5%), these rates may be slightly higher than the ticket office price as they include booking fees and/or audio guides. The advantage is that your spot is guaranteed, and you won’t have to wait in line at the ticket office(although there may still be wait time at security and to access the monument).
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Musée National De La Marine Corporate name: Musée national de la Marine Registered Office: 17 place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre, Paris, France Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): FR81180090029 Contact information Email: d.ayad@musee-marine.fr Phone: 01 53 65 69 48 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
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National Maritime Museum of Rochefort