Ticket Museum of the Keep

Emblematic building of the city of Niort, the Keep is the last witness of a fortified complex of great importance including a city wall of nearly 2 700 meters. Classified as a Historical Monument since 1840, the Donjon has been labeled a Museum of France. The Keep Museum houses archaeological and ethnographic collections of the region, as well as an exhibition tracing the history of the monument.

Prices:

Full price: 5€

*Reduced price: 4€

- for groups, 6 to 25 people
- for the person who accompanies a child taking part in a museum activity
- for holders of the Carte de membre du Petit Léonard

Free entry for visitors under the age of 25

Free entry every first Sunday of the month : September 4^th, October 2^nd, November 6^th, December 4^th           

Ticket valid for one year from the date of purchase            

Digital application: you can download the museum's app to enjoy explanations on different themes such as Fine Arts, Music, Scientific objects... Free

Audiopen: enjoy the audio comments of the Keep's architecture. Free

Openings:

 From June 1st to September 30th

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10am-1pm / 2pm-6pm
Thursday 10am-8pm
Saturday and Sunday 2pm-7pm

From October 1st to May 31st

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10am-1pm / 2pm-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Saturday and Sunday 2pm-6pm

The visit of the Museum lasts about 1h30.

Last entry: 30 minutes before closing time.

The Keep Museum is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

In case of bad weather, the terrace is closed for safety reasons.

The Keep Museum is listed as a Monument Historique and has Musée de France label. It also benefits from the Qualité Tourisme brand.