Things to do in Dijon

Not just a modern little city, Dijon has an array of cultural and artistic scenes for visitors who want to take time to learn more about the city. There are a lot of museums in Dijon, so those interested can enjoy museum-hopping from the one-and-only mustard museum in the world to a famous art museum, a cultural museum and a museum located right in the middle of a beautiful botanical garden. Put on your most comfortable shoes and get ready to explore the city!

Amora Mustard Museum

This is a must-place to visit when you are in Dijon. A one-of-a-kind museum located at the manufacturing plant, Amora Mustard Museum features all sorts of information you want to know about mustard and its long, fascinating history. Learn more about how mustard is made and other interesting tidbits about this spicy yellow sauce. Tours are conducted in English.

Muse des Beaux Arts Dijon

Art lovers won’t be disappointed as Dijon is home to an outstanding art museum, Musée des Beaux Arts Dijon. Located in the eastern wing of the Palais des Ducs, this art museum is one of the most famous in France. You can find a great selection of art masterpieces including Gothic sepulchers, tombs, guilded altarpieces, remarkable Egyptian antiquities and many interesting displays.

Muse de la Vie Bourguignonne

Another impressive museum to visit, Musée de la Vie Bourguignonne depicts the lifestyle of the rural locals in Burgundy over the past centuries. The museum commemorates the simple and easy-going way of life, exhibiting charming folkloric costumes and farm implements as well as façades removed from Dijon's centre in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Jardin de l'Arquebuse and Muse

Also known as the Arquebus Botanical Garden and Museum, this lovely garden provides lush-green walking paths, ponds, small rivers and spacious recreational areas. Walk around the park and relax amid the beauty of nature right in the heart of the city. Those with children can leave the little ones at the play areas provided while they breathe in the fresh air and indulge in peaceful surroundings. The Museum of Natural History is also located here, boasting many magnificent displays.

Muse Archeologique

This museum will fascinate those with interest in archeology. The displays show a variety of artefacts with cultural and historical significance such as precious Celtic jewellery, rare items from the Romanesque period and Gothic items. The main highlight of the museum is the ancient bronze representation of Goddess Sequana, the goddess of healing, dating back to the 1st century AD.

Notre Dame Cathedral

Not the world-renowned one in Paris, this is Dijon’s very own Notre Dame Cathedral, which is no less exquisite. The church is one of the architectural marvels in the city, as there are no corners in the church, which marks its uniqueness. Walking inside the church, visitors will be enchanted by the beautiful interior boasting magnificent stained glass windows and an impressive 12th century black wooden Virgin. Don’t forget to touch the small sculpted owl situated at the north wall of the church for good luck.