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The Nocturnes: later opening hours

On 8th February and 6th December 2025, the Machines de l’île will be welcoming visitors for an exceptional tour.

It’s an opportunity to discover or rediscover the Galerie des Machines, the Carrousel des Mondes Marins and the Grand Éléphant, in a special atmosphere, when time seems suspended.

In the Galerie, the visit is punctuated by contributions from the machinists, who explain the history and workings of the mechanical bestiary. From sketch to operation, the entire creative process is presented in this gallery-laboratory.

At the Carrousel des Mondes Marins, immerse yourself in the world of the sea and extend the pleasure with a free 2nd tour with the purchase of a ticket including the 1st tour.


These Nocturnes are open to the public from 7pm to 10pm (last ticket at 9.15pm).

These tours can be booked on our booking website.
Several offers and time slots are available.

A look back at the 2024 nocturnes:


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