Are you a fan of art, culture and immersive experiences, but sometimes miss out on not-to-be-missed exhibitions ? Marseille Secrète has put together a rundown of the art and cultural exhibitions and events you won’t want to miss this year. Follow the guide and discover the must-see exhibitionsin Marseille’s museumsin 2025.
The Art of The Brick: the curious LEGO art exhibition
This LEGO art exhibition breaks all the codes of the classic exhibition. Housed in the former Adidas store, this unclassifiable cultural nugget has been named one of the world’s top 10 must-see exhibitions by CNN! Already visited by more than 10 million people across the globe, The Art of The Brick presents over 90 works of art created by a former lawyer turned Brick Artist: Nathan Sawaya. The collection includes revisited versions of masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s “David”, Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” and Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa”, as well as original sculptures. An exhibition sure to please the whole family!
📍45 rue Saint-Ferréol
🎨 Until August 31, 2025
Aix-en-Provence puts its painter Paul Cézanne in the spotlight
This year, the city of Aix-en-Provence pays tribute to its famous painter Paul Cézanne! You’ll have the opportunity to explore various places that were part of his life, thanks to an itinerary that takes you to the studio at Les Lauves, the Jas de Bouffan estate and the Bibémus quarries. Jas de Bouffan is where Cézanne lived and painted for 40 years, from 1859 to 1899.
The bulk of the exhibition will take place at the Musée Granet, where you’ll be able to see over 100 of his works, including the most emblematic, such as “The Card Players”, as well as little-known paintings from his youth! You’ll be able to immerse yourself in the painter’s daily life and experience his inspirations at first hand!
📍Musée Granet, Pl. Saint-Jean de Malte, 13100 Aix-en-Provence
🎨 June 28 to October 12, 2025
Reading the sky: Under the stars in the Mediterranean at the Mucem
What if you were to visit the universe? Mucem invites us to look to the heavens in this exhibition that blends science and poetry. Whether you’re fascinated by the stars or simply curious about the world above you, you’ll discover everything from the earliest celestial maps to the Galilean revolution and the popular beliefs that fuel our imaginations! Interested? Then make a reservation! Over 300 works of art await you!
📍Mucem | 1 Esplanade J4 – Marseille 2e
🎨 From July 13, 2025 to January 5, 2026
Un air de famille” exhibition at Mucem
In this unique exhibition, Hervé Di Rosa selected works from the Mucem that resonated with his sensibility to create a complementary piece around each of them. The artist sees an affinity between his creations and the museum’s popular objects. The exhibition presents these works in a joyful dynamic, mixing sculptures, objects and paintings. Mucem’s collections interact with Hervé Di Rosa’s universe, inspired by his family roots and his desire to explore the world through local crafts. And the highlight of the show: a large painting of “Marseillais” and portraits adorn the space, adding to the intimacy of the exhibition!
📍Mucem | 1 Esplanade J4 – Marseille 2e
🎨 Until September 1, 2025
The tattoo exhibition: History of the Mediterranean
The exhibition “Tattoo. Histories of the Mediterranean” explores the evolution of tattooing, from ancient times to contemporary culture. The journey covers tattooing practices across the Mediterranean basin, from Egypt to Greece, Italy and Algeria. The exhibition shows its role in medical, religious, political and aesthetic fields. With a particular focus on Marseille, it examines how tattooing became a form of artistic expression and identity. The exhibition also highlights feminist and decolonial influences. Other prestigious works from museums such as the Louvre and the Musée du Quai Branly complete this reflection on Mediterranean culture!
📍Center de la Vieille Charité – 2, rue de la Charité, 13002 Marseille
📸 May 17 to September 28, 2025 – Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm
Pétanque and jeu de boules
At last, an exhibition about Marseille’s national sport (apart from soccer)! It’s not great news, because here, we love pétanque and we’re pretty good at it! As the source of strong intergenerational ties and an integral part of southern culture, the Musée d’histoire de Marseille tells the story of pétanque through unique photographs and stories!
📍 Marseille History Museum
📸 From October 10, 2025
Mère we sea” exhibition
The Museums of Marseille are once again inviting international artists to create works in connection with the history and architecture of the chapel at the Vieille Charité center. Laure Prouvost will present a monumental installation inspired by maternal figures and memories of the Panier district. The work, dreamlike and influenced by the underwater world, will include interactive elements with the public to reinforce the link between visitors and the works. Complemented by oral testimonials from local residents and children’s voices, the installation will be inaugurated on April 2. The Musée d’art contemporain de Marseille will then screen its film “They Parlaient Idéale” from May 17, 2025 to January 11, 2026.
📍Center de la Vieille Charité – 2, rue de la Charité, 13002 Marseille
📸 April 2 to January 11, 2026 – Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm
Exhibition on the color blue
Do you like the color blue? But where does blue come from? Why do we love blue? In this exhibition, you’ll discover the history of blue from the 18th century to the present day! You’ll learn about its importance and symbolism through various works of art. After all, it’s the color of the Mediterranean!
📍 Château Borely
📸 March 7 to February 26, 2026
Monet exhibition
Discover or rediscover the works of the famous painter behind “les coquelicots”, “le déjeuner”, “soleil levant ” and “nymphéas”. But this time, Carrières des Lumières invites you to immerse yourself in a unique artistic experience revolving around Monet’s works.
📍 Carrières des Lumières | Route de Maillane – 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence
📸 From January 31, 2025 to January 4, 2026