La Monnaie de Paris and its exhibition accessible free of charge throughout August 2024

What a great summer we're having: great exhibitions and events are open throughout the summer season, and cultural events allow us to enjoy these sunny days together... And the Monnaie de Paris is open free of charge for the whole month of August! Yes, you read that right: from August 1 to August 31, 2024, the Monnaie de Paris and its exhibition D'or, d'argent et de bronze, une histoire de la médaille olympique are open free of charge to all visitors.

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Situated on the banks of the Seine, this unique and beautiful museum offers a unique opportunity to discover theart of metalwork, thanks to a sensory tour adapted to all visitors. Coins, medals, tokens, monetary treasures, historical tools, antique machines, paintings and sculptures, graphic arts and objets d'art make up the permanent collections of this museum, which highlights the work of specialized craftsmen.

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This tour can therefore be viewed free of charge for a month, as can the exhibition D'or, d'argent et de bronze, which explores the history and symbols of Olympic medals in the history of the modern Games. A timely subject, as Paris lives to the rhythm of the Olympic and Paralympic Games throughout this summer of 2024. We advise you to book your ticket in advance, even if it's free, to make sure you can visit the exhibition and museum at your leisure.

To discover all the exhibitions to see in August and plan your next visits, take a look at our guide.

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