What is the Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin?

The Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin is a cultural centre dedicated to French cuisine and Burgundy wines.

Is the Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin suitable for families?

Yes. The spaces and content are suitable for both adults and children, particularly thanks to the educational activities and interactive features.

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Q: Where is the Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin located?

La Cité is situated at 12 Parvis de l’UNESCO, in Dijon.

With exhibitions, tastings, workshops, gourmet shops and even a cinema, the Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin offered me much more than just a visit: a true immersion inthe Dijon way of life. Here, you can wander about, learn, sample the delights, and leave with just one thought in mind: to come back soon, very soon!

Free access

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Monday to Friday from 11.00 am to 5.30 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10.00 am to 5.30 pm

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Much more than just a visit

As soon as I arrive at Place de l’UNESCO, the scene is set: I step into a vast, light-filled hall at the heart ofDijon’s former general hospital. Behind the stone walls steeped in history, the Cité reveals a vibrant world where heritage and the pleasures of the table go hand in hand – much like an ‘oeuf en meurette’ with its wine sauce, in short.

The good news? Entry to the site is free: you can wander about, explore and let your interests guide you, taking in exhibitions, gourmet shops, workshops, tastings, restaurants and a cinema. In other words, it’s the sort of place where you go in ‘just to have a look’ and come out wondering how you’re going to carry a whole suitcase full of Burgundian specialities.

Cultural heritage can also be savoured

I’ll start with the 1204, Dijon’s architecture and heritage interpretation centre, which is free to enter. Its name refers to the year the former hospital was built, and it offers a fascinating insight into the history of the neighbourhood and the city.

Almost immediately, I find myself facing a 360-degree panoramic projection: Dijon surrounds me, the walls come to life as my hands pass over them, and the city seems to respond to my movements. I trigger sounds, images and unexpected details as I discover the hidden facets of the city’s heritage.

With augmented reality, interactive maps and audio testimonials to listen to on my phone, the tour becomes a truly interactive experience.

A truly indulgent journey through time

I continued my visit with ‘ (R)evolutions on the Plate ’, the temporary exhibition that proves a simple meal can conceal far more innovation than one might imagine. From Palaeolithic-era dishes to meals designed for space travel, the exhibition takes you on a journey back in time through a dozen artistic and interactive displays. It’s a real time machine – without having to don a mammoth skin!

Through an immersive experience, games, hands-on activities, collectable artefacts and insights from chefs and experts, I’m discovering what drives cooks – both professional and amateur – to invent, improve and reinvent the way we eat.

An exhibition that leaves you with your head full of ideas and an irresistible urge to find out what my next dinner will be like in 2050. The exhibition runs until 28 March 2027 at the Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin.

My time in Dijon

What I loved about this place is the way it brings different eras, tastes and audiencestogether. You can come with your family to play and learn, with friends to enjoy a meal and have a laugh, as a couple for dinner, or on your own to treat yourself to a delightfully different cultural experience.

The Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin isn’t a museum where you view cuisine from a distance: it’s a place where you experience it to the full. So, when you’re in Dijon, make sure to leave a bit of room in your itinerary – and, above all, in your stomach: Burgundy awaits you, fork in hand.

Further information

Opening hoursAll year round

Good to knowFree admission

All permanent exhibitions are free and open to the public

The Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin is situated at 12 Parvis de l’UNESCO

In a nutshell

Situated in the heart of Dijon, the Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin invites visitors to discover the riches of French cuisine and the world of Burgundy wines. Through its exhibitions, tastings, events and cultural spaces, it offers a gourmet, fun and welcoming experience for everyone.

Accessibility

The site is accessible to people with reduced mobility (PRM).
Visitor areas adapted forsensory accessibility.

The cultural centre holds the ‘Tourisme & Handicap’ accreditation. It is recommended that you contact the Cité in advance to find out about the facilities available and any support services on offer.