A public holiday is always the perfect time to treat yourself and take advantage of what's on offer in Paris. And this November is off to a great start, as the first day is a public holiday! After dancing the night away in the midst of vampires, zombies and candy, we're taking advantage of this non-working day to relax and lose ourselves in the midst of paintings and sculptures.
But how can you admire all these works of art on a public holiday? Believe it or not, many museums and monuments remain open during All Saints' Day, ready to welcome all visitors thirsty for art and beauty.
To make the most of this Friday, November 1, 2024, the editors of Sortiraparis.com present a selection of the best exhibitions on offer in museums and a list of monuments open in Paris. There's plenty to keep you entertained and cultivated during the All Saints' Day holiday.
By the way, do you know why November 1 is a public holiday in France?
Why is November 1st a public holiday? The history and origins of All Saints' Day
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Since so many museums and monuments are open on that day, we've put together a list of places that are closed on November 1. Here are the museums and monuments you shouldn't visit on All Saints' Day, or you'll find yourself facing a closed door.
So there's still plenty to do! To help you choose, here is a selection ofexhibitions to see this November 1:
I found these letters: Documentary installation at the Bulgarian Cultural Institute
Sponsored - The Bulgarian Cultural Institute in Paris presents the documentary installation J'AI TROUVÉ CES LETTRES, which brings together over three decades of correspondence by Bulgarian artist Ina Dobreva. [Read more]
Center Pompidou: prices, opening hours, access... All you need to know about the Musée d'Art Moderne
The Centre Pompidou, a museum of modern and contemporary art in the heart of Paris, awaits you every day (except Tuesdays) for a plunge into art in all its forms. Explore its history and exhibitions, and immerse yourself in the artistic universe of one of the world's most visited museums! [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on December 6, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors to all visitors free of charge on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: December 6, 2024. [Read more]
Claude Monet : where to see the works of the famous impressionist painter in Paris ?
He's undoubtedly one of France's best-loved painters: Claude Monet left us many magnificent canvases, some of which can be seen in Paris museums. [Read more]
Trompe-l'œil, a head-turning exhibition unveiled at the Musée Marmottan-Monet
Artists play with our senses: discover the art of trompe-l'œil, with the Musée Marmottan-Monet's playful and unusual exhibition, on view from October 17, 2024 to March 2, 2025. [Read more]
LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop
The famous Maison Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a free exhibition and gift store that also features a café and a chocolate shop in collaboration with Chef Pâtissier Maxime Frédéric of Cheval Blanc Paris. While the exhibition is by reservation only, the boutique and café are open to the public. [Read more]
Musée d'Orsay: booking, prices, free admission, tips and current exhibitions
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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! [Read more]
L'Atelier des Lumières, a digital art center and immersive museum in Paris
For total, magical immersion in the works of the greatest artists, head for Atelier des Lumières, the digital art center in Paris's 11th arrondissement. Find out all the latest news from this museum like no other. [Read more]
Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris: programming, opening hours, history... All you need to know
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The Petit Palais in Paris and its hidden treasures, the free museum, opening hours and exhibitions
The Petit Palais, home to the Musées des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, is a true architectural masterpiece. Designed by Charles Girault for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, this museum is a treasure trove. And since admission is free, you'd be wrong not to take advantage of it. [Read more]
Happy All Saints' Day!
Why is November 1st a public holiday? The history and origins of All Saints' Day
