15 must-see exhibitions in Paris and Île-de-France: cultural outings you won’t want to miss

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Updated on March 27, 2026 at 01:44 p.m.
Every month, the museums, foundations and art galleries of Paris and the Île-de-France region roll out increasingly numerous and captivating exhibitions. To help you choose your next outing amid this crowded field of options, we’ve curated 15 must-see exhibitions that you simply can’t miss.

Paris boasts dozens of museums, hundreds of galleries and countless works of art to be seen around every corner... Each venue has its own program, and invites us to discover its exhibitions, which change very often. In short, it's easy to get lost in this mass of news. So what to see, where to go, what to do?

Much to our chagrin, time is not infinite and certain daily obligations keep us away from museums. So when we can finally take the time to visit a beautiful exhibition, we want to be sure that it's going to be fantastic! Alas, it's not easy to choose between all these options. That's where Sortiraparis.com comes in.

For you, we've scoured the entire Paris and Ile-de-France museum program, to pick out only the best of the best, the crème de la crème of the exhibitions to see this month. Of course, many other exhibitions deserve to be included in this guide, but this selection already gives you the opportunity to discover the must-see artistic outings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region at the moment and in the coming days.

Have you already seen everything, or are you just not enthusiastic about what's on offer? Come back often to consult this guide: this page is updated regularly as we make new discoveries. So if you're always on the lookout for great exhibitions in the Paris region, we suggest you keep this guide in your bookmarks, for even more great ideas for going out!

Are you ready? Strap in—here come the must-see exhibitions to enjoy without moderation in Paris and the Île-de-France region!

The 15 must-see exhibitions in Paris right now:

Au Palais de Tokyo, Cheryl Marie Wade explore la culture crip et la poésie engagée - IMG 5954Au Palais de Tokyo, Cheryl Marie Wade explore la culture crip et la poésie engagée - IMG 5954Au Palais de Tokyo, Cheryl Marie Wade explore la culture crip et la poésie engagée - IMG 5954Au Palais de Tokyo, Cheryl Marie Wade explore la culture crip et la poésie engagée - IMG 5954 At the Palais de Tokyo, Cheryl Marie Wade explores crip culture and engaged poetry — our photos
The Palais de Tokyo in Paris presents a group exhibition centered on Cheryl Marie Wade’s poems, running from April 3 to September 13, 2026. A tribute to a key figure of Berkeley’s crip scene, the show unites archives, performances, and installations to give voice to a form of poetry that is at once political and militant, deeply tied to the history of disability. [Read more]

Eggxtraordinaire : chocolatiers et artistes subliment l'œuf dans une exposition à la galerie Joseph - fotor 1775154817088Eggxtraordinaire : chocolatiers et artistes subliment l'œuf dans une exposition à la galerie Joseph - fotor 1775154817088Eggxtraordinaire : chocolatiers et artistes subliment l'œuf dans une exposition à la galerie Joseph - fotor 1775154817088Eggxtraordinaire : chocolatiers et artistes subliment l'œuf dans une exposition à la galerie Joseph - fotor 1775154817088 Eggxtraordinaire: a free, offbeat and foodie exhibition you won’t want to miss in the Marais
An exhibition unlike any other to discover during Easter time. From April 3 to May 3, 2026, at Galerie Joseph, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and artists explore the egg and its symbols with the free exhibition Eggxtraordinaire. An offbeat event you simply have to see! [Read more]

Video Games & Music à la Philharmonie : l'exposition sur la musique des jeux vidéo - IMG 5675Video Games & Music à la Philharmonie : l'exposition sur la musique des jeux vidéo - IMG 5675Video Games & Music à la Philharmonie : l'exposition sur la musique des jeux vidéo - IMG 5675Video Games & Music à la Philharmonie : l'exposition sur la musique des jeux vidéo - IMG 5675 Video Games & Music at the Philharmonie: our photos from the exhibition about video game music
The Philharmonie de Paris highlights video game music with the exhibition Video Games & Music – The Music You Are the Hero Of, on view from April 2 to November 1, 2026. conceived as an immersive, interactive journey, the show traces the evolution of video game soundtracks, from Pong’s early electronic tones to the expansive scores of Final Fantasy, demonstrating how musical creation has accompanied the history and transformations of the medium. [Read more]

La Légende du Titanic  - IMG 4529La Légende du Titanic  - IMG 4529La Légende du Titanic  - IMG 4529La Légende du Titanic  - IMG 4529 The Legend of the Titanic: La Villette's immersive virtual reality experience — review
Starting March 31, 2026, La Villette will host a 3,000-square-meter immersive experience dedicated to the Titanic. Expect cutting-edge tech, including virtual reality and a 360-degree space, where visitors are invited to relive the ship's legendary journey up close to the passengers. [Read more]

Sous toutes les coutures : une exposition sur le vêtement de travail au Musée PostalSous toutes les coutures : une exposition sur le vêtement de travail au Musée PostalSous toutes les coutures : une exposition sur le vêtement de travail au Musée PostalSous toutes les coutures : une exposition sur le vêtement de travail au Musée Postal From every angle: an exhibition on work clothing at the Postal Museum
The Postal Museum (formerly known as the Museum of Post) delves into the world of workwear in the postal industry with its new exhibition, Under All the Seams. Visitors can explore this thematic showcase from April 8th through September 22nd, 2026. [Read more]

Giovanni Segantini au Musée Marmottan Monet : une exposition entre symbolisme et paysages alpinsGiovanni Segantini au Musée Marmottan Monet : une exposition entre symbolisme et paysages alpinsGiovanni Segantini au Musée Marmottan Monet : une exposition entre symbolisme et paysages alpinsGiovanni Segantini au Musée Marmottan Monet : une exposition entre symbolisme et paysages alpins Exhibition of Giovanni Segantini at the Marmottan Monet Museum in Paris: Symbolism and Alpine Landscapes
In Paris, the Marmottan Monet Museum is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to Giovanni Segantini, a painter associated with Symbolism and Divisionism. The show features over 60 works inspired by the Alpine landscapes and runs from April 29 to August 16, 2026. [Read more]

Pop up Pokémon BHV Marais - fotor 1738399320770Pop up Pokémon BHV Marais - fotor 1738399320770Pop up Pokémon BHV Marais - fotor 1738399320770Pop up Pokémon BHV Marais - fotor 1738399320770 Admire them all: the Pokémon tribute exhibition at the Musée en Herbe.
The Musée en Herbe is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with an exhibition that’s both creative and playful, opening to the public starting April 16, 2026. [Read more]

Le Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - A7C08684Le Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - A7C08684Le Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - A7C08684Le Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - A7C08684 Van Gogh as Influencer: An Exhibition Celebrating the Artist’s Legacy at Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise
From April 18, 2026, to January 3, 2027, the Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise will host an exhibition dedicated to delving into the sources of inspiration and the lasting legacy of Vincent van Gogh's work, highlighting his enduring influence. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 1er - musée du Louvre Visuel Paris 1er - musée du Louvre Visuel Paris 1er - musée du Louvre Visuel Paris 1er - musée du Louvre Michelangelo / Rodin: A Unique Face-Off of Sculptors at the Louvre Museum
The Louvre Museum brings together two legendary sculptors in an extraordinary exhibition: from April 15 to July 2, 2026, don't miss "Michelangelo / Rodin". [Read more]

Marilyn MonroeMarilyn MonroeMarilyn MonroeMarilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe turns 100! Celebrating the Hollywood legend's centennial with a special exhibition at the Cinémathèque
The Cinémathèque is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth with a special exhibition honoring the legendary film icon. Open from April 8 to July 26, 2026, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore the life and legacy of Hollywood’s most enduring star. [Read more]

Musée SèvresMusée SèvresMusée SèvresMusée Sèvres Sèvres, a Rothschild Passion: An Immersive Porcelain Exhibition at the National Furniture Museum
From April 17 to July 26, 2026, the Mobilier National and the Sèvres Manufacture will unveil the Rothschild family’s passionate collection of 18th-century porcelain. The exhibition promises an immersive experience, blending masterpieces with detailed reconstructions. [Read more]

David Hockney : la plus grande exposition retrospective de l'artiste à la Fondation Louis Vuitton - IMG 8795 jpgDavid Hockney : la plus grande exposition retrospective de l'artiste à la Fondation Louis Vuitton - IMG 8795 jpgDavid Hockney : la plus grande exposition retrospective de l'artiste à la Fondation Louis Vuitton - IMG 8795 jpgDavid Hockney : la plus grande exposition retrospective de l'artiste à la Fondation Louis Vuitton - IMG 8795 jpg Calder. Dreaming in Equilibrium: The Retrospective Exhibition of the Sculptor at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
For its upcoming exhibition, the Fondation Louis Vuitton will celebrate Alexander Calder with "Calder. Dreaming in Equilibrium" a remarkable retrospective running from April 15 to August 16, 2026. The show will feature nearly 300 works, including mobiles, stabile sculptures, and jewelry brought to life. In the striking architectural spaces designed by Frank Gehry, art will no longer be static... it will pulsate, sway, and dream gracefully in perfect balance. [Read more]

Le musée Carnavalet dévoile l'histoire de la Fontaine des Innocents dans une exposition inédite  - IMG20240423153442Le musée Carnavalet dévoile l'histoire de la Fontaine des Innocents dans une exposition inédite  - IMG20240423153442Le musée Carnavalet dévoile l'histoire de la Fontaine des Innocents dans une exposition inédite  - IMG20240423153442Le musée Carnavalet dévoile l'histoire de la Fontaine des Innocents dans une exposition inédite  - IMG20240423153442 Madame de Sévigné, Parisian Letters: A Unique Exhibition at the Carnavalet Museum
The Carnavalet Museum pays tribute to Madame de Sévigné with an engaging exhibition full of surprises, running from April 15 to August 23, 2026. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 6e - Monnaie de ParisVisuel Paris 6e - Monnaie de ParisVisuel Paris 6e - Monnaie de ParisVisuel Paris 6e - Monnaie de Paris Cling! Comics speak cash: the Monnaie de Paris dives into comics with a unique exhibition
The Monnaie de Paris is exploring money in comics with a unique exhibition entitled Cling! Comics talk cash. On display from April 10 to September 6, 2026. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument musée art moderne mamVisuels musée et monument musée art moderne mamVisuels musée et monument musée art moderne mamVisuels musée et monument musée art moderne mam Lee Miller: an exhibition dedicated to the American photographer at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris
From April 10 to August 2, 2026, the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris will host a major retrospective dedicated to Lee Miller. Featuring around 250 vintage and contemporary prints, the exhibition aims to showcase the incredible range of the renowned American photographer’s work — from fashion photographs and portraits to landscapes and compelling war reports. [Read more]

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Les tulipes du Château de Dampierre, son jardin anglais et le jardin Le Nôtre - IMG 2884Les tulipes du Château de Dampierre, son jardin anglais et le jardin Le Nôtre - IMG 2884Les tulipes du Château de Dampierre, son jardin anglais et le jardin Le Nôtre - IMG 2884Les tulipes du Château de Dampierre, son jardin anglais et le jardin Le Nôtre - IMG 2884 Thousands of tulips at the Château de Dampierre in Yvelines, captured in photos and video! Events planned.
In the Yvelines, the Domaine de Dampierre opens its Printanières from late March to early May 2026. Thousands of tulips, a Tulip Day, and a Plant Festival are on the agenda for spring 2026—the full story, plus the photos and video from our on-site visit, are revealed to you. [Read more]

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Nuit des Monuments returns from April 17 to 19, 2026 in Île-de-France. This event lets you discover French heritage, unusually open after dark for the occasion! Discover the Île-de-France monuments that will light up for a few days. [Read more]

Visuel Paris enfantsVisuel Paris enfantsVisuel Paris enfantsVisuel Paris enfants Easter Holidays 2026: What to do with Kids in Springtime in Paris and Île-de-France
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Le Printemps de l’Art déco 2026 : une immersion architecturale dans les Hauts-de-France - LE TOUQUET Salle d'honneur de l'hôtel de ville © Lucas ROSEUWLe Printemps de l’Art déco 2026 : une immersion architecturale dans les Hauts-de-France - LE TOUQUET Salle d'honneur de l'hôtel de ville © Lucas ROSEUWLe Printemps de l’Art déco 2026 : une immersion architecturale dans les Hauts-de-France - LE TOUQUET Salle d'honneur de l'hôtel de ville © Lucas ROSEUWLe Printemps de l’Art déco 2026 : une immersion architecturale dans les Hauts-de-France - LE TOUQUET Salle d'honneur de l'hôtel de ville © Lucas ROSEUW The Spring of Art Deco 2026: An Architectural Immersion Across Hauts-de-France
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dessindessindessindessin Spring Drawing Festival 2026: Must-Visit Events in Paris and Île-de-France
Join the grand celebration of drawing this spring, from March 20 to June 21, 2026: a series of events, exhibitions, and workshops await you across the Île-de-France region. [Read more]

"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00027"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00027"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00027"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00027 Artisan Careers Days 2026: Must-See Cultural Events to Experience in Paris and Île-de-France
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The Circulation(s) festival returns to the 104 from March 21 to May 17, 2026. For over 15 years, this event showcasing emerging European photography has become a must-attend occasion for art enthusiasts in Paris. [Read more]

Grand Palais, visuels du monument parisien - fotor 1747907668655Grand Palais, visuels du monument parisien - fotor 1747907668655Grand Palais, visuels du monument parisien - fotor 1747907668655Grand Palais, visuels du monument parisien - fotor 1747907668655 Grand Palais: The iconic monument transforms into a giant nightclub for the ARTKLUB electronic music event in April 2026
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Visuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument Louvre The Louvre Museum in music: concerts at the heart of the Paris museum
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