Museum - activities

Everything you need to know about Notre-Dame de Paris: opening hours, reservations, tours, new features

With its thirteen million visitors a year, Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral is one of the capital's must-sees. A place of worship as well as a monument, it has witnessed the history of Paris since its construction. Since December 8, 2024, the monument is once again accessible. With reservations, year-round concerts and suggested tours, discover all the information you need to prepare your visit to this emblem of Paris, ready to welcome the world.

Not-to-be-missed exhibitions ending in February 2025

Time is running out: hurry up and discover these beautiful exhibitions before they close their doors in February 2025.

Maison de Claude Debussy: discover the composer's world at Saint-Germain-en-Laye

The Maison de Claude Debussy, the famous French composer, opens its doors to you in the heart of Saint-Germain-en-Laye! This is your chance to enter his world, in the house where he was born, a listed historic monument.

The Musée de la Grande Guerre recreates an 800 m² open-air educational trench!

Strolling through an 800m2 trench is now possible in Ile de France, at the Musée de la Grande Guerre. The tour will give visitors a better understanding of this emblematic element of the First World War: the complex system of trenches!

Musée du Louvre: discover the artistic and tourist heart of the capital

The Musée du Louvre, one of the capital's must-see museums, promotes French and European culture through its many masterpieces on display, as evidenced by the 8 million visitors a year who come to contemplate the smile of the Mona Lisa or the fervor of Liberty Guiding the People. A place steeped in history, where art has been flourishing for two centuries already, to discover if you're staying in Paris!

The Cherqui Foundation, a mecca for kinetic art and its immersive collections in Aubervilliers

Just a few metro stops from Paris, the Cherqui Foundation is undoubtedly one of the most unusual places in the capital's northern suburbs. With collections that are unique in France, bringing together over 4,000 pieces, we take you on a voyage of discovery.

Odyssée: the future video game museum awaits you in 2026 at Bussy-Saint-Georges (77)

Would you like to discover the history of video games in a museum? "Odyssée", a museum dedicated to the history of gaming, awaits video game fans from 2026 in Bussy-Saint-Georges, Seine-et-Marne. Backed by Emmanuel Macron and financed by a record-breaking participatory campaign, the project will feature the world's largest console collection and an authentic Japanese village for an unprecedented immersive experience!

Palais Galliera, the fashion museum for all haute couture lovers in Paris

The Palais Galliera, located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, is a museum dedicated to fashion and the history of clothing. Special evenings, major events, exhibitions: find out what's new at this magnificent cultural spot.

The Cherqui Foundation: the kinetic art museum just outside Paris!

Do you like optical and kinetic art? Head for the Fondation Cherqui, a few kilometers from Paris. This art gallery, similar in size to a museum, houses a collection of over 5,000 works by Jean Cherqui. Book your visit now!

Fête de la Science 2024: meet scientists at the Exploradôme in Vitry-sur-Seine (94)

During the Fête de la Science, the Exploradôme in Vitry-sur-Seine opens its doors to the whole family for a wide range of scientific activities.

Musée Picasso in Paris: prices, access, opening hours... All you need to know about the Paris museum

If you're a fan of Picasso's work, head to the Musée Picasso to discover the museum's permanent collections, as well as numerous exhibitions on the artist's world. History, access, opening hours, prices... We tell you everything you need to know about this beautiful Parisian museum!

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris, the program at Auguste Comte's house

The Maison d'Auguste Comte unveils its program for this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024 in Paris on the occasion of the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Freemasonry Museum in Paris: free museum tour

The Museum of Freemasonry in Paris is opening its doors free of charge to the curious on September 21 and 22, as part of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024!

BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum

The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!

The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives

In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!

Discover the world's largest collection of works by Camille Claudel 1 hour from Paris

In Nogent-sur-Seine, the Musée Camille Claudel has become a place where artistic expression is embodied, lives, evolves and renews itself all year round. Discover its program!

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: the program at the Musée Cernuschi

The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. For the occasion, the Musée Cernuschi, dedicated to Asian arts, is waiting to welcome you with a special program!

Maison Gainsbourg and its museum in Paris: a plunge into the world of the famous artist

30 minutes of immersion in Serge Gainsbourg's incredible home, where everything has remained unchanged since his death on March 2, 1991. This is the moving and incredible experience that the Maison Gainsbourg has been offering since September 20, 2023. For the occasion, we pushed open the doors of the Maison Gainsbourg. We tell you all about this visit, a real plunge into the singer's intimacy, guided by Charlotte Gainsbourg's voice.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Do I need a QR code on my Games Pass to go to the Museum in the grey zone?

As you know, in the run-up to the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, access to certain areas is restricted to ensure the safety of all. A gray zone has been set up from July 18 to 26, so if you're wondering whether the museum or monument you'd like to visit requires a Games Pass, we've got an update.

Paris 2024: Paris Musées offers cultural and sporting walks for the Olympic Games

There's plenty to do during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! Paris Musées offers you a unique experience combining sport and culture with the Cultural and Sports Walks, from June 29 to August 25, 2024. Set off to discover Parisian museums while keeping fit, and take part in the Games in your own way, through visits to iconic Parisian sites!