See all the pictures Précédent Suivant Musée de Préhistoire de Terra Amata – Entrée An elephant-hunters’ camp dating back 400,000 years, where the first traces of domestication of fire in the world have been discovered. This site is known the world over as the site of the oldest hearths in the history of mankind. The museum presents the behaviour and lifestyle of the first inhabitants of Nice, who set up their huts on the beach and hunted elephant, rhinoceros and deer. The museum was completely renovated to mark the 50th anniversary of the excavation of the site. It now features an updated museography incorporating the latest discoveries, and offers visitors a new interactive and entertaining itinerary. Read More Text... Close Included with the French Riviera Pass Free visit Buy my pass Opening periods From 02/05 to 31/10 between 10 am and 6 pm. Closed on Tuesday. From 01/11 to 30/04 between 10 am and 5 pm except on January 1st and December 25th. Closed on Tuesday. Accepted payment methods Bank checks Cash Credit card payment Holiday vouchers Pricing Free of charge. On presentation of the FRP card. On the map Activities available within a 2km radius I go there
