This was considered by an ageing Matisse to be one of his main artistic achievements. While I might disagree ... it is certainly worth a visit if, and if you are a Matisse fan, going out of your way to see it. Not sure why...More

This is just a bit outside Vence but an easy walk. Site of Matisse's self proclaimed masterpiece. Worth seeing his story behind this and all the work up drawings but a surprise to see tbe final result. Simple elegant for such a master. Worth a...More

Definitely hire a guide for the best experience. Helene was very passionate and knowledgeable. I learned so much more about Matisse's time in Vence with her insightful explanations.

The Chapelle du Rosaire is often referred to as the Matisse Chapel due to the involvement of Henri Matisse in it’s design. Matisse is credited with designing every aspect of the chapel, including the building itself, the stained glass windows, the interior furnishings, the murals,...More

The little secret no one tells you is that you can see the plants from which Matisse took his design for the blue and yellow stain glass window and other wonderful works. It is a special experience to be there and to discover the very...More

A great way to spend an hour or so in Vence - the chapel itself is stunning, and the exhibition showing Matisse’s sketches and development of his ideas is well done. It’s a pity you can’t take photos due to copyright issues, but nice in...More

We arrived shortly after opening. We had watched a documentary about the place a couple of years ago, and were curious. The intensity and depth of Matisse shone through completely. The Stations of the Cross, the chasubles, the stained glass, the Virgin and Child, and...More