Océanopolis
Brest
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
Grand Aquarium
Saint Malo
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
Musée de Préhistoire
Carnac
a modern museum bringing to life the domestic side of neolithic history with well documented exhibits, including beautifully carved objects from around the region
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Pont-Aven
Pont-Aven
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
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Quimper
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
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Rennes
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
Musée de la Cohue
Vannes
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