• Banana Museum

    Banana Museum

    Nestled in the heart of Martinique’s lush countryside, the Banana Museum offers a unique journey into the world of this iconic fruit. During your visit, you’ll learn about its history, its arrival in Martinique, and discover an impressive variety of banana species. On-site, a restaurant invites you to explore creative cuisine where bananas take center stage in every dish.

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    Sainte-Marie

Located in a lush green setting, the Banana Museum sits within the “Limbe” plantation, a banana estate in the town of Sainte-Marie. During your visit, you'll explore the history of the banana—from its introduction to the Caribbean during 16th-century colonization to its role today.

The museum showcases over 65 banana species out of the 300 recorded worldwide, spread across a scenic 4-hectare trail.

You’ll also discover fascinating insights into the world’s favorite fruit: its origins, cultivation techniques, culinary uses, and more.

On-site, the restaurant “La Bananeraie” invites you to enjoy inventive dishes where bananas take center stage.

Occasional exhibitions are also held, celebrating the banana in all its cultural and botanical richness.

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Banana plantation at the Banana Museum
Banana plantation at the Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum
Banana Museum

Localization

Localization

14.7761245, -61.0112217

  • Address:

    Quartier Fourniols
    97230 Sainte-Marie
    Martinique

    Opening hours:

    Every day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
    Saturday closed

    Rate:

    Adult: €8.50
    Group of 10 people: €7.50 per person
    Child: €7