Brittany Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

Much more than an aquarium, more of a space age aquatic world with three pavilions containing polar, tropical and temperate ecosystems and many interactive displays

set within the Champs Libres, this interactive space also boasts a planetarium, temporary exhibition space and a library with lots to entertain the children

with a simulated descent aboard an underwater submarine and a touch pool where children can fondle rays and turbots, there are also excellent exhibits on local marine life, tropical reefs and mangrove forests

set in the grounds of the Champs Libres, highlighting all things cultural and historical associated with Brittany with interactive displays and themed exhibitions

a modern museum bringing to life the domestic side of neolithic history with well documented exhibits, including beautifully carved objects from around the region

detailing the importance of the Pont Aven school of art, with many fine examples and a good resource library which is available to book in advance

illustrating the local history through art from the 16th to the 20th Century, as well as the trade in fabric. There is also a reconstruction of an apothecary shop, detailing the concoctions that were used as medicines in earlier days

head for the upper floors where there are good examples of the Pont Aven School and sketches by Picasso and a room dedicated to the poet Max Jacob who was born in Quimper

highlighting the Pont-Aven School of art and with a room dedicated to 18th Century curiosities, this modern art gallery has a wide range of exhibits as well as family friendly activities

with interactive exhibits where visitors can experience wearing chain mail and the difficulties of hearing and seeing in medieval combat

with examples from the Barbizon School of Art and the Pont Aven School, both dating from the 19th Century, including examples of period sculpture and engravings

consecrated in the 12th and 18th Centuries. During ferocious fighting in August 1944 it was badly bombed and consequently was re built and reconsecrated in 1971