June is here in Paris, and we're slowly but surely slipping into theParisian summer. The summer season has a lot in store for us, to the delight of cultural enthusiasts. Yes, just like the sun, free exhibitions are also on offer! So don't miss out on this great program.
To help you make the most of every good deal the capital has to offer, we've put together a list of exhibitions where you can enjoy Paris' cultural wealth for free. Proof that you don't have to break the bank to experience Parisian charm! Open-air or in the shade, here are the free exhibitions awaiting you in Paris in June 2025 for the start of the summer season.
But above all, make sure you keep this page in your favorites: this guide is updated as and when we add new listings and discoveries, so don't hesitate to consult it regularly to make sure you don't miss out on any good Parisian deals.
Chaosmos: a free exhibition questioning our place in the universe at the Maif Social Club
Several contemporary artists have drawn inspiration from the universe and our relationship with the world to create the Chaosmos exhibition, on view free of charge at the Maif Social Club from February 8 to July 26, 2025. [Read more]
Paris, capital of the pearl: the superb free jewelry exhibition at the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau
From the origins of the pearl to its use in jewelry, L'École des Arts Joailliers' new free exhibition tells the story of this pearly splendor in the heart of the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau, from November 21, 2024 to June 1, 2025. [Read more]
The cabins of the Molitor swimming pool by 70 international artists! Unusual street-art exhibition
Did you know that street art reigned supreme in the cabins of Molitor's indoor pool? After a successful first edition in 2018, the Molitor swimming pool in Paris is offering us a second and even bigger edition of the artists' cabins. From floor to ceiling, 70 international artists have transformed these former cabins into works of art, to be discovered from Sunday, September 22, 2024 for the Heritage Days, then on guided tours or free of charge by reservation. [Read more]
L'Esquisse, Barbizon's new cultural hotel, both café and free museum
L'Esquisse is a fusion of hotel, café and free museum. We're off to Barbizon, the famous artists' village, to take advantage of this new spot that combines large, charming rooms, a great café by the fireplace and a free museum honoring the artists who have influenced Barbizon around the world. [Read more]
Want even more? Take a look at our guide to not-to-be-missed exhibitions in June in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.
Dates and Opening Time
From June 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027
Prices
Free
