Located at the foot of Mont Boron, the Grotte du Lazaret invites you on an extraordinary journey through time, to meet the inhabitants of the cave, more than 120,000 years ago...
In Nice, the Grotte du Lazaret opens its doors to visitors who wish to discover humanity's ancient history. Inside are remnants from prehistory which trace the evolution of humans who chose to live here between 190,000 and 120,000 years ago. For more than a century, excavations have brought hundreds of thousands of objects to the surface. Among them, human bones as well as animal remains such as those of panthers and deer, showing traces of cutting, which are thus evidence of human intervention. In total, 29 distinct archaeological levels have been identified there.
A visit is exceptional, like an invitation to travel through time across the centuries. Once inside, visitors love to imagine how their ancestors lived at this time. To soak up even more, an exhibition hall adjacent to the cave is dedicated to archaeological work. The Grotte du Lazaret has been registered as a Historic Monument since 1963.
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Offre FamilleThe Lazaret Cave gives an insight into the emergence of Neanderthal man. Free visit to the cave, ‘In search of Lazaret man’, with an audio commentary and at the pace of a 25-minute sound and light show. Educational trail ‘the evolution of man’ (free access, outdoors, along the access road to the Lazaret Cave). Exhibition room for archaeological professions (free access). Various workshops for 7-14 years old (see on the website), by appointment. Free of charge: An investigation game and a quiz to discover the site in a fun way. Accessible to pushchairs. Baby-changing facilities available.
Adapted tourism
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
Pricing
Free of charge. Free access to the cave from Wednesday to Sunday from 12h to 14h. Free access to the outdoor site and temporary exhibition. Paid guided tours.
Accepted payment methods
- Bank checks
- Cash
- Credit card payment
- Holiday vouchers
Opening periods
From 01/06 to 30/09
Opening hours on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 6 pm.
Closed Monday and Tuesday.
From 01/10 to 31/05
Opening hours on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 5 pm.
Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Closed exceptionally on May 1st and December 25th.