The Grand Palais transforms itself into a "Palais des fêtes" for its reopening in June 2025

After partially reopening to host the fencing and taekwondo events of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Grand Palais has closed its doors, not to reopen to the public until June 6, 2025. Didier Fusillier, currently president of the Réunion des Musées Nationaux-Grand Palais (RMN-GP) and in charge of overseeing the renovation of the Grand Palais, said on Monday morning that the Grand Palais would become a "Palais des fêtes" where it would be good to "get lost", "without even knowing what you might find there".

Grand Palais: opening hours, prices... everything you need to know about this architectural gem on the Champs-Elysées
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Grand Palais, an architectural gem in the heart of Paris. Discover its captivating history since the 1900 Universal Exhibition and explore its architecture, which blends classicism and Art Nouveau. With over 2 million visitors a year, this iconic building is a landmark of French art and culture. Opening hours, prices, practical information... we've got it all! [Read more]

Grand Palais des Glaces 2024: giant ice rink under the nave of the Grand Palais, top start
The Grand Palais des Glaces, the gigantic iconic ice rink that stretches beneath the glass roof of the Grand Palais, is finally back after a 5-year absence! Join us from December 14, 2024 to January 8, 2025 for a return to skating on the world's largest indoor ice rink! [Read more]

The Grand Palais is gradually opening its doors to Parisians and tourists alike, starting with the opening of the Grand Palais ice rink from December 14 to January 8, 2025. The 4,000 m2 ice rink is already in keeping with the festivities taking place at the Grand Palais, and reflects Didier Fusillier' s vision of a "Palais des fêtes".

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The Grand Palais, an iconic Paris landmark, is currently in the midst of a major renovation project, due to start in March 2021. The aim of the work is to completely restore the building, weakened by the passage of time, and modernize its infrastructure. This vast 466 million euro project has resulted in the creation of an innovative technical slab for the nave, to help regulate the temperature during periods of heatwave in Paris. A brand-new venue, ready to welcome the future "Palais des fêtes", where dance, carnival, theater and much more will take place.