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History & HeritageMusée National de Préhistoire
Les Eyzies · Dordogne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine
The National Museum of Prehistory is a public institution located in Les Eyzies in Dordogne, a major territory of European prehistory. Recognized as [text appears incomplete], it is dedicated to the study and presentation of prehistoric periods. The building, constructed according to remarkable contemporary architecture, fits into the rural landscape of Périgord, a region of paramount importance for prehistoric archaeology. The museum plays a central role in research and the transmission of knowledge relating to prehistoric societies and cultures. Its location in Les Eyzies, a major site of archaeological discoveries, gives it particular scientific and heritage legitimacy.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 09:30–18:30
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- 09:30–18:30
- Tuesday
- 09:30–18:30
- Wednesday
- 09:30–18:30
- Thursday
- 09:30–18:30
- Friday
- 09:30–18:30
- Saturday
- 09:30–18:30
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
1 Rue du Musée
Phone number
+33 5 53 06 45 45Official website
musee-prehistoire-eyzies.frGoogle Maps
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Getting there
Nearest station
About 10 min walk from station Les Eyzies.
City
55 min by car from Périgueux.
Nearest station
About 10 min walk from station Les Eyzies.
Parking
On-site parking.
Reference city
55 min by car from Périgueux.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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Galleries nearby: Le Domaine Perdu (5.7 km), Galerie Magis (5.8 km), Cigare Gallery (11.9 km).
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