Bassins des Lumières in Bordeaux: Ocean Exhibition

Activity description :

1. 2 hours

Immerse yourself in a spectacular world where art comes to life through light, sound, and movement. Housed in a former submarine base, the Bassins des Lumières art center in Bordeaux invites you to enjoy a monumental and immersive experience unlike any other.

Les Bassins des Lumières 🕯️

• Discover hundreds of works of art displayed across 12,000 m² from floor to ceiling.
• Wander freely through this impressive venue— five times larger than the Atelier des Lumières in Paris—and let yourself be swept away by the large-scale installations.
• Accompanied by musical compositions, you’ll be amazed as the artworks come to life and transport you back to their era.

Exhibition: Ocean

Admire marine mammals, clownfish in their anemones, and jellyfish. Watch schools of fish glide through the water and come face-to-face with a great white shark and a blue whale.

Super easy to use ✨

• Access the site on the day of your visit with your tickets on your phone or in print.
• Free admission for children under 6—perfect for a family cultural outing.
• Enjoy the tour at your own pace, with no set route.