The students

With special rates, dedicated time slots and events, La Piscine museum welcomes students all year round.

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Fridays are free

Every Friday, the museum offers free admission to all students.
La Piscine also hosts a free evening opening for everyone from 6pm to 8pm.
Why not give it a go?

Friday’s surprise visit

What could be more traditional than a guided tour? Until it stops being one.
The ‘Surprising Tours’ are a unique tour experience in the company of a mystery guest.
Come and see for yourself!

Number of participants: 1 group of 20 people (15 people on 3 October 2025, 12 December 2025 and 6 February 2026)
Price: Free of charge
No booking required. Registration takes place at reception on the day from 5.45 pm, subject to availability

Our upcoming events

>Odette Pauvert. Painting as a Calling in the Art Deco Era
Fri 14 Nov 2025 at 6.30 pm

> The Roaring Twenties
Fri 12 Dec 2025 at 6.30 pm

> Objects from the Swimming Pool
Fri 6 Feb 2026 at 6.30 pm

> The Art of Pattern: An Invitation to Minakani
Fri 20 Mar 2026 at 6.30 pm

> La Redoute, A Step Ahead. Fashion, Design, Advertising
Fri 29 May 2026 at 6.30 pm

A Different Kind of Swimming Pool

Discover La Piscine in a whole new light! Throughout the year, the museum comes alive with events specially designed for you. Whether you’re an art lover, an aspiring artist or simply curious, enjoy unique experiences in an exceptional setting.

> Festive evenings: Don’t miss the famous Pool Party or the excitement of La Nuit de l’Académie.
> Major events: Get into the spirit at La Nuit des Arts and La Nuit des Musées, or go behind the scenes of our heritage during the European Heritage Days (JEP).
> Exhibition openings: Be the first to discover our new exhibitions! Admission is free.

More information in our online calendar

The Culture Pass

Do you have a Pass Culture?
You can use your Pass Culture credit to book tickets and come and explore our exhibitions and permanent collections, or take part in our activities.
It’s a simple and accessible way to make the most of the museum and turn every visit into a new cultural experience.

Head to the app to book your ticket!

> PRICES for everyone

Students benefit from a reduced rate: €9 during exhibitions / €7 outside exhibition
periods. Free admission for students (degree-level courses only) every Friday upon presentation of valid ID. Free
admission to the museum for under-18s (permanent collections and temporary exhibitions). Free
entry for everyone: the first Sunday of every month (permanent collections) and Fridays from 6pm to 8pm (permanent collections and exhibitions). Free
events: Museum Night, Arts Night, Heritage Days, SLASH! weekends…

>Practical information

Located between Roubaix station and the Town Hall, La Piscine museum is easily accessible by public transport:
> By metro: get off at the Gare Jean Lebas stop on metro line 2; the museum is then 500 metres away. The journey takes around 30 minutes by metro from Lille’s stations.
> By bus: CIT5 or Z6: Musée stop
> By bike: V’Lille: station 220, “Musée art et industrie” stop