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The 20 best art galleries in Paris

Want to get your art on? Where better? These are the best galleries in Paris for painting, sculpture, photography and more

For centuries, Paris was the undisputed art capital of the Western world. Many pioneering, properly perspective-altering artists lived in Paris over the years – van Gogh, Picasso, Monet, Dalí and countless others – and much of their work can be found within the city’s immense number of museums , galleries, attractions , salons and other art spaces.

We say look beyond the mammoth classical institutions and check out some up-and-comers at one of several established contemporary art galleries in Paris. The team over at Time Out Paris have done every gallery in the city (most of them twice), so you can trust them on the best spots. Here is our local’s guide to the best art galleries in Paris right now. 

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1.  Galerie Almine Rech

Spread over two floors,  Almine Rech’s  gallery has more of an apartment feel, but it’s home to some big international names. Among regulars are light installations by James Turrell, neo-minimalists John McCracken and Anselm Reyle, the eclectic clowning of Ugo Rondinone and powerful films by French artist Ange Leccia.

2.  Galerie Yvon Lambert

Lambert is a powerhouse of the French arts scene, with plenty of big-name stuff, a New York offshoot and a personal collection granted museum status in Avignon. The gallery includes a dedicated area for video installations, and the main space shows leading international names – American bigwigs Andres Serrano, Sol LeWitt, Nan Goldin and Jenny Holzer, plus next-generation artists Douglas Gordon and Jonathan Monk. The street-front art bookshop has a window showcase and basement gallery for younger talents.

3.  Galleria Continua

Over thirty years, this gallery, which began in the picturesque Tuscan village of San Gimignano, has become an international institution with branches in Beijing, Rome, São Paulo, Dubai, and of course, Paris. Galleria Continua opened its first truly Parisian space in January 2021, right in the middle of lockdown, and to adapt to the rules opened a delicatessen and gelateria in addition to its bookstore and exhibition spaces in this new 800-square-meter space in the Marais. So, in addition to being able to leave with a JR, an Ai Weiwei, or a Daniel Buren, art enthusiasts can snack, drink and buy memorabilia. 

4.  Fisheye Gallery

Fisheye is one of the go-to photography magazines in Paris. After the successful launch of this media, Fisheye decided to venture into the gallery scene. In October 2016, they opened an exhibition space exclusively dedicated to contemporary photography, focusing particularly on emerging young talents. Now Fisheye  (the gallery) highlights the work of numerous international creators like Alisa Martynova, a rising star in photography, and Ukrainian photojournalist Igor Chekachkov. 

5.  Galerie Dina Vierny

In 1947, the former muse of Aristide Maillol, Dina Vierny, opened her gallery on the advice of none other than Matisse. Yes, Matisse! Still active in its original setting designed by Auguste Perret, her gallery quietly establishes itself as the elder statesman of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood. Specializing in modern art, Dina Vierny always took risks and quickly stood out for her great eclecticism. Whether it’s the School of Paris, naive painting, or Russian non-conformism, this great aesthete never made choices other than those of the heart. Today managed by her grandsons, Pierre and Alexandre Lorquin (also at the helm of Pal Project), Dina Vierny  represents, of course, the legacy of Aristide Maillol, but also (more recently acquired) that of Michel Haas and Robert Couturier.

6.  PARIS-B

Established in 2006 in Beijing, the Paris-Beijing gallery made its mark in 2009 on rue de Turbigo, occupying a beautiful 400-square-meter space. Pioneering in the representation of contemporary Chinese photography, Paris-Beijing gradually embraced other forms of art and evolved into PARIS-B in 2021, an entity that continues to represent photographers as well as painters and sculptors from around the world. While prominent figures like Liu Bolin and Ren Hang regularly grace its walls, PARIS-B also provides a prominent platform for emerging artists by showcasing them in its integrated gallery space, the PB Project. 

7.  Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin

In 1990  Emmanuel Perrotin , decided to get into the gallery game. There's now Perrotins in Paris, New York, Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong and Shanghai. The Parisian establishment is n ow installed in an elegant hôtel particulier in the Marais. The man himself is one of the sharpest figures in town: not content with owning a gallery in Hong Kong and a glossy magazine, he has recently jumped on the design bandwagon with shows by Robert Stadler and Eric Benqué. As well as the quirky Japanese set of Takashi Murakami, Mariko Mori et al, and big French names such as Sophie Calle, Xavier Veilhan, Prix Marcel Duchamp winner Tatiana Trouvé and Bernard Frize, he also features the radical Austrian collective Gelitin. Lots of cool, cool, things to be gazing at here. 

8.  Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac

This gallery has four floors available for viewing, it's almost impossible to get bored here. It features American Pop and neo-Pop by Andy Warhol, Tom Sachs, Elaine Sturtevant and Alex Katz, along with European artists such as Antony Gormley, Erwin Wurm, Sylvie Fleury, Tony Cragg and Gilbert-George. Opened back in 1990, it specializes in international contemporary art and also runs its own publishing house, producing catalogues and books to accompany exhibitions. There's plenty to do in the area, and it's also located two minutes from Musée Picasso.

9.  Polka Galerie

• Photography

‘Every photo has a tale to tell’: such is the motto at Polka Galerie in the Marais, where Adélie de Ipanema and Edouard Genestar have entirely devoted their art space to photojournalism, turning their triple-roomed gallery into one of the only places in Paris to mix art, journalism and politics. Works on display are signed by photographers like Ethan Levitas, Marc Riboud, Reza and Daido Morayima, all known for their hard-hitting sociopolitical angles. But it’s not all serious; you might also come across an expo on Elliot Erwitt renowned for his amusing dog photos. While you’re there, pick up a copy of Polka Magazine , a fortnightly spread, created by Alain Genestar (former director of Paris Match), brimming with picture-rich articles, many of which tie in with the exhibitions in the gallery.

10.  Galerie Suzanne Tarasieve

Suzanne Tarasieve opened her vast Loft19 in 2008, part of the rapid artistic expansion of the Belleville neighbourhood, and within a few years it became the favourite destination for young alternative galleries in Paris. Her second space, opened in the Marais in May 2011, is a stronghold for the most powerful representatives of the Parisian art market. A certain split personality gives the gallery its charm, attracting as it does both underground talents like the Le Gun collective and successful artists like photographer Boris Mikhailov and even Nick Cave and his ‘Soundsuits’.

11.  Galerie Georges-Philippe & Nathalie Vallois

• Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Interesting conceptual work in all media includes the likes of American provocateur Paul McCarthy, Turner Prize winner Keith Tyson and a clutch of French 30 and 40 somethings, including Alain Bublex and Gilles Barbier, as well as veteran affichiste Jacques Villeglé.

12.  Galerie VU’

VU’ is both a photographers’ agency and a gallery dedicated to contemporary photography. The latter established itself at the end of 2010 within the walls of an authentic private mansion in the 9th arrondissement. The concept? The gallery is resolutely focused on the post-documentary movement and champions two approaches to photography: one is intimate and even autobiographical, while the other, more conceptual, approaches contemporary art. Today, Galerie VU’  is one of the most renowned galleries in the art world, and was responsible for making a name for a number of now-big artists. 

13.  Les Douches - La Galerie

• Canal Saint-Martin

Vivian Maier, Bruce Wrighton, Tom Arndt are just a few names you'll find at this beautiful Canal Saint-Martin photography gallery, which was restored from its former purpose – public showers – in 2006. 

14.  La Fab.

In November 1984, when she inaugurated the Galerie du Jour just a stone's throw from Beaubourg, Agnès B. explained, ‘We call it a gallery, but we could say it’s a place to show the other side and the side stories of things.’ In 2020, a new chapter unfolded for this historic gallery, and it moved to Place Jean-Michel-Basquiat in the 13th arrondissement, to La Fab ., a new hybrid space spanning 1,400 square meters. Reflecting its owner's eclectic nature, La Fab. brings together Galerie du Jour, Agnès B.'s private collection, a bookstore, and a space dedicated to the charitable actions close to the heart of this grande dame of the art world. Fabulous Fab.!

15.  Galerie Kamel Mennour

• 6e arrondissement

After bursting on to the St-Germain art scene with shows by fashion photographers David LaChapelle and Ellen von Unwerth and filmmaker Larry Clark, and introducing emerging artists Kader Attia and Adel Abdessemed, Mennour has asserted his presence on the gallery scene with a move to these grand new premises in a hôtel particulier. Recent shows by an impressive cross-generational stable have included Daniel Buren, Claude Lévêque and Huang Yong Ping. It's increasingly becoming a bit of a contemporary powerhouse, this spot. Well spots, you see, the gallery represents more than 40 artists across five spaces (four in paris, pretty near one another) and one in London. Catch them all. 

16.  Chapelle XIV

Located in the vibrant 18th arrondissement, Chapelle XIV reflects the neighborhood perfectly: eclectic, trendy, and creative. Founded in 2020 by Eléonore Levai and Benjamin Belaga, this spot combines a niche record store with a demanding art gallery. It defies all the somewhat stressful codes of art: no cold white cubes, no lack of information, no religious silence. None of that here. No sir. At Chapelle XIV, the music is blasting, and you can chill at the café after checking out one of the design or contemporary art exhibitions. Throughout the year, the space also hosts a screen printing workshop, talks, DJ sets, and performances. Who said contemporary art had to be boring?

17.  Galerie Lelong

• 8e arrondissement

If you hanker after Miró, Tàpies, Bacon or Kounellis, Lelong is a safe bet, with its selection of bankable, postwar international names. Daniel Lelong honed his skills in the schools of abstract expressionism, surrealism, pop art, and arte povera: movements whose representatives grace the walls of 13 rue de Téhéran, once occupied by the Maeght gallery. The gallery is as prestigious now as it always was. 

18.  Galerie Kreo

Galerie Kreo explores the best of both the Parisian and London art scenes with branches in both capitals. The focus here is on design, both past and present. Exhibits have explored the work of Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, Marc Newson and Konstantin Grcic, and delving into the archives, the gallery also hosted canonical names Pierre Paulin, Pierre Guariche, Joe Colombo and Vico Magistretti.

Translation by Flora Hudson. 

19.  In Camera Galerie

From reportage to humanistic photography and documentary work, the authors that In Camera chooses to exhibit are modern or contemporary artists and recognised photographers (both in France and internationally). On the agenda, incredible black and white shots by Jane Evelyn Atwood, vibrant ones by Dutch photographer Bertien Van Manen, and the ‘Distress’ series by Stéphane Duroy. 

20.  Galerie Daniel Templon

A Paris institution since the 1960s and conveniently located opposite the Centre Pompidou, Galerie Daniel Templon mainly shows paintings – wall-friendly items for wealthy private collectors. Jean-Michel Alberola, Gérard Garouste, Philippe Cognée and Vincent Corpet all feature on the list, along with the American David Salle and German expressionist Jonathan Meese. They also have a good few sculptures. It's a nice spot to see some of the best contemporary art from the continent and beyond. It's also a small walk rom Centre Georges Pompidou, for even more arts viewing. 

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Paris Art Galleries: A Guide to the Best Exhibitions and Hidden Gems

Paris is home to some of the world’s greatest museums and galleries. Paris is full of must-see attractions, from famous palaces to lesser-known galleries. To name just a few examples, you can find avant-garde exhibitions that cater to modern art aficionados, galleries that present art related to nature, and gorgeous homes from the 17th century that house works by notable artists.

History of the Paris Art Galleries

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Paris is not only the city of love, but also the city of art. This universally adored city is known for being the art locale for famous artwork and artists for centuries. “Breathe Paris in. It nourishes the soul,” says Victor Hugo. He is right. Many world-class artists have breathed in the inspirational air of the city, producing unique artwork which has continued influencing and inspiring people today. 

Whether you would like to explore the alleys of creativity or purchase some of the marvelous works displayed in some of the best art galleries, exhibitions, and museums in Paris that we have thoughtfully picked for you, rest assured that there is something for everyone. Be it classical or contemporary, artwork of renowned artists, or hidden gems waiting to be discovered, we have thoughtfully picked the best locations for you.

The Louvre Museum

Come on now, who hasn’t heard of the Louvre? Of course it’s going to be the first place on the list, and rightfully so. The Louvre is known for being the world’s most visited museum, followed by the State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg. The Louvre is not only popular, but it’s also huge in size being the largest museum in the world. It’s a place where you can see the evolution of the French art culture in all its glory. Originally, the place was constructed as a fortress to protect the city from outsiders in the 12th century and has continued to expand over time. Currently, the museum is housing a collection of 480,000 works of art that spans ancient civilizations from the 6th century BC to the 19th century along with some of the world’s most famous paintings and sculptures that may be found in the Louvre. A few examples include the Mona Lisa, the Venus of Milo, the Code of Hammurabi, the Regent Diamond, and Napoleon I’s Coronation. The Louvre is also home to a collection of monumental and iconic masterpieces from Western culture.

The nearest metro stops to the art museum are Louvre Rivoli and Palais Royal Musée du Louvre. 

Musée d’Orsay

This globally renowned Parisian art museum is famous for its rich collection of Impressionist art. The stunning building was converted from the old Beaux-Arts Orsay railway station in the 1800s, and as you are walking around you will realize that it makes an ingenious gallery space. Due to the amazing natural light from the gigantic glass ceilings, you can enjoy the largest collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces by painters such as Claude Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir, Gauguin, Berthe Morisot, Édouard Manet, Cézanne, Degas, Toulouse-Lautrec and more. A wide range of 19th-century sculptures is also available for its audience. Temporary and permanent art exhibitions are available. Make sure to drop by the museum’s café and enjoy a cup of coffee in this serene environment.

The nearest metro stop to the museum is Solférino station.

Centre Pompidou

Another must-see Paris art gallery would be the radical building for contemporary art, Centre Pompidou. Named after the French President Georges Pompidou and designed by the architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers. This place is a modern art gallery and an architectural masterpiece itself. Being the richest collection of art in Europe, the museum’s exhibitions display around 120,000 works of art for its viewers to see. Here you can roam around the iconic masterpieces from famous painters such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Jean Dubuffet, Joan Miró, Andy Warhol, and Frida Kahlo.

Here you can find paintings as well as collections of sculptures, a film museum, a public library, a music center, an architecture and design center, and a Children’s Gallery which hosts various activities and art exhibitions for young ones interested in art. The gallery not only holds spectacular temporary and permanent art exhibitions throughout the year but also live performances such as musicals, dance, performance art, workshops, and many more. Centre Pompidou supports emerging artists and contemporary art, which empowers their creativity and productivity.

The nearest metro stop to the museum is the Etienne Marcel station.

Musee de l’Orangerie

Are you a fan of impressionist art? Then you must pay a visit to the iconic Musee de l’Orangerie. Here you can discover a spectacular collection of 20th-century art by globally known artists. Be it the famous Water Lilies -Nympheas- by Claude Monet, impressionist art collections The Paul Guillaume and Jean Water Collection, mesmerizing artworks by Pablo Picasso, Paul Cezanne, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Amedeo Modigliani, Andre Derain, Henri Rousseau and many more! Take your time strolling around, savoring this astonishing Impressionist art gallery. There are permanent and temporary art exhibitions available to explore. 

The nearest metro stop to the museum is The Concorde station.

Musée National Rodin

For all the sculpture lovers out there, Musee Rodin is a must-see! Dating all the way back to 1919, this art museum’s purpose was to display and preserve the artworks of the founder Auguste Rodin and famous artists who are well-known in their field of sculpture art. There are two main buildings to display the collections, Hotel Biron and Villa des Brillants in Meudon. Receiving around 700,000 yearly visitors for thousands of brilliant sculptures and other forms of art, Musee National Rodin is one of the most popular art galleries in Paris. 

Auguste Rodin- an artist himself – had an immense interest in different forms of art including paintings, drawings, photographs, ceramics, and antiques which resulted in a diverse collection of these forms of art in the museum. Additionally, guests can view famous artworks by Renoir, Monet, and Van Gogh in this famous art museum. 

Not just the buildings themselves but also the garden embodies magnificent pieces of art including great works of Rodin and other famous sculptures. There are separate tickets available to view the garden collection. 

The nearest metro stop to the museum is Varenne station.

Picasso Museum

Another one of the best art museums in Paris is the famous Picasso Museum. This beautiful 17th-century mansion is devoted to the works of the famous Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, who spent most of his life creating unique artwork in France. Here are displayed 255 paintings by the iconic artist. Be it artwork from his Cubist period, Surrealist period, or “Spanish Civil War” themed paintings and sculptures, you will certainly get a deeper look into the life and mind of Picasso. The famous art museum keeps permanent and temporary art exhibitions. 

If you’re in for some shopping, you can check out the boutique of the museum across the street. You can also grab a bite at the rooftop café of the museum.

The nearest metro stop to the museum is the Saint-Paul (Le Marais) station.

Fondation Louis Vuitton

The Louis Vuitton Foundation, designed by Frank Gehry, is a unique work of art itself. With its magnificent glass architecture, the famous art museum consists of temporary and permanent art exhibitions with 11 galleries for the visitors’ disposal. In these galleries, you can find works of Jean-Michel Basquiat, Gilbert & George, Jeff Koons, and more.

The museum offers other services such as a bookshop and a restaurant too if you’re in for a nice meal. Make sure to take a stroll in the beautiful Jardin d’Acclimatation after your visit, which is right next to Fondation Louis Vuitton!

The nearest metro stop to the museum  is the Les Sablons station.

Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature

Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature translating as Museum of Hunting and Nature is a private art museum that can be visited by metro stopping at the Rambuteau Paris Métro station. As the name suggests the theme of the art museum includes a variety of weaponry from the 16th to 19th centuries, stuffed animals, paintings about hunting and nature from historically symbolic artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Alexandre-François Desportes, Jean-Baptiste Oudry, Jean Siméon Chardin, Claude-Joseph Vernet, also the contemporary artists such as Jan Fabre, and Jean-Michel Othoniel. This unique art museum is a hidden gem for curious art lovers to explore.

The nearest metro stops to the museum are Temple, Filles du Calvaire, and Rambuteau.

Atelier des Lumières

Unlike other museums with paintings hanging on the wall, Atelier des Lumières takes a special approach to offer art to its audience. Being the first digital and immersive art exhibition center in Paris, the guests can experience a whole different perspective on some of the most famous paintings of globally known painters such as Van Gogh.

With the venue’s spacious alleys filled with light, visitors can freely sit or explore the different digital art displayed on the floors and walls with digital projectors. The Atelier has industrial architecture due to the original structure of the building, as it was restored from a 19th-century foundry via Culturespace into a digital art center. To ensure that visitors have the best experience, the venue provides interactive areas as well.

The nearest metro stops to the museum is Rue Saint-Maur, and Père Lachaise.

Galerie Patrick Seguin

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Galerie Patrick Seguin is an art gallery, unlike the others, we have listed here. The gallery displays the furniture pieces and demountable houses of Patrick Segiun while promoting the artwork of French designers such as Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouvé, Jean Royère, Pierre Jeanneret, and Le Corbusier. Some of the works by Seguin have been part of art exhibitions held in some of the best art galleries in Paris such as Centre Georges Pompidou, and Musée des Arts Décoratifs. Monographic books are also available in the galleries’ exhibitions for visitors to see.

The nearest metro stop to the museum is Bastille.

La Galerie Dior

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Not only the city of art and love, but Paris is also the city of fashion! Great names have created their haute couture in this city, and one that we all know is the iconic fashion designer Cristian Dior. La Galerie Dior is a private museum where you can witness the astounding history of Dior.

Let’s go through some of the essential parts of the museums that you must go through;

Starting with the famous stairs – which were originally made to portray a model descending to show the new designs-here you can view 1872 marvelous creations of Dior around the stairs. Due to the color coordination, the displays are incredibly visually pleasing to take in. You must roam through the rooms of incredible gowns, see the inspiration behind these marvelous pieces in the earlier designs as well as in Cristian Dior’s office room and view the designer sketches which shed some light into the imagination of this creative man.

The nearest metro stop to the museum is Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Tips for planning your visit;

• Since Paris is a popular touristic location, visiting the city off-peak season in the months April and October, would be a better choice. This way, you can avoid big crowds in famous art museums and the best art galleries.
• If you plan on visiting a lot of art museums, the Paris Pass is a no-brainer. This will allow you to skip the line in 75 attractions and museums for 4 days. You can also check the Paris Museum Pass to get access to the best art museums such as The Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, Centre Pompidou and the Palace of Versailles.
• Make sure to always check the opening times of art museums, and galleries in advance to not have any unwanted surprises.

Strategies for navigating the galleries;

• First strategy would be booking a gallery tour. Gallery tours can increase the speed of your entrance to the best art galleries, and knowledgeable guides would know the best way to show you around in each art gallery.
• If you want to explore the best art galleries without a tour guide, make sure to pick up a leaflet before entering the art museum which would include locations of collections, allowing you to plan where to look first. This is important since some art galleries -such as the Louvre – are so big that seeing it all is not possible.
• Some art galleries and museums provide Audioguides for a small fee, they are incredibly useful if you want to gain more information about the pieces while exploring. Make sure to ask the receptionists at the entrance for such service.

Advice for making the most of your time in each gallery;

• First and foremost, make sure that the art galleries and exhibitions you want to visit are open on the days you are visiting. Also check the gallery opening and closing times. French people are known for their holidays and national celebrations, so you wouldn’t want to have any surprises.
• Be an early bird and go to the best art galleries before their opening time. But be careful because tourist groups will likely do the same. You can fit visiting a couple of smaller galleries in your schedule if you’re early.
• If you intend to visit a lot of art galleries and museums you should consider getting a Museum Pass which would allow you to visit many famous art museums and attractions, and as a big bonus you can cut through the lines.

There are many locations in Paris that you can purchase artwork from. There are a variety of art galleries, auction houses, and markets. You can check out the most famous neighborhoods for the best art galleries: Saint Germain-des-Pres, the Marais -for contemporary galleries- and in the 8th arrondissement. The Marche de la Creation and the Parisian Flea Market are also very nice outdoor markets where you can roam around for beautiful art work.

Tips for first-time buyers;

• Get a feel of the market before you make a purchase, talks to the sales people in auction houses and art galleries.
• Initially, gain knowledge about what you’re looking for and the prices on the market.
• Purchase something that you want to purchase, not something you’ve been suggested. Art is about feeling.
• You can gain more knowledge in public art galleries by talking to the owner of the displayed art. Don’t be scared to ask questions about the art work or the prices, to your surprise they may be negotiable.

You can check out the most famous neighborhoods: Saint Germain-des-Pres, the Marais and in the 8th arrondissement. Here, the Gallerists will guide you to find the right galleries or art works you’re looking for.

If you’re looking for art on the streets, Paris has also lot to offer. For more information you can check out our blog on Paris Street Art !

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Paris Art Galleries: a Guide for Discerning Art Lovers

The Paris art galleries guide  shows you the best exhibition venues in the City of Art that visitors don’t visit by default. Museums, such as Louvre, Orsay, and Centre Pompidou are at the top of the to-do list for most travelers going to the French capital. Yet, they are just the tip of the iceberg since Paris boasts exceptional showrooms at almost every step. 

If time is short I recommend you check out my post on the top 5 museums to visit in Paris . Now, let’s see what Paris art galleries deserve to be on your bucket list and why. 

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Paris art venues introduce both renowned and up-and-coming artists. They stage exhibitions in traditional and innovative ways, such as moving images. 

Palais de Tokyo, Near Trocadero and Eiffel Tower

Palais de Tokyo  is among the leading  Paris art galleries  and the largest contemporary art center in Europe. It stages art exhibitions and performances in its central hall that features natural light. Furthermore, the museum organizes tours and workshops suitable for young visitors and adults (available in French only). 

Palais de Tokyo houses rotating exhibitions introducing established and emerging artists from all over the world. You can examine paintings, sculptures, videos, and graffiti during your visit. 

While around, pay a visit to:

• Monsieur Bleu, an on-site restaurant offering Eiffel Tower views and serving local classics
• Bambini, an Italian-style eatery where you can have pasta and pizza
• The Yoyo club popular among clubbers
• And one of the largest art bookshops in the French capital selling magazines, souvenirs, and books about architecture, cinema, fashion, etc.

The full-price ticket allowing you access to all exhibitions and most events and tours is €12. If you are going to spend some time in Paris and come back to the museum, consider purchasing an annual pass for €40 for one or €60 for two visitors. 

Musée de l’Orangerie, in Tuileries Garden Next to Louvre

Orangerie Museum  is among the leading exhibition venues in Paris, displaying masterpieces of many famous and talented painters. Auguste Renoir, Pablo Picasso, Amadeo Modigliani, Maurice Utrillo, Paul Cezanne, and Henri Matisse are among the most celebrated artists presented there.

Take time to examine paintings of lesser-known, yet first-class artists – such as Marie Laurencin – during your art tour. 

Some highlights of this renowned  Paris art gallery  are:

• Young Girls at the Piano by Renoir
• Spanish Dancers by Laurencin and
• Odalisque in Red Trousers   by Matisse

However, the Water Lilies (Nympheas) series by Claude Monet is the ultimate highlight of Musée de l’Orangerie. The paintings are on display in two connected galleries forming an elongated number 8, symbolizing infinity. Monet created these paintings, dubbed the “Sistine Chapel of Impressionism,” on his estate in Giverny, Normandy, which remains the same as it did a century ago.

The Water Lilies are a series of large paintings depicting a serene pond brimming with water lilies. Verdant vegetation flanks the pond, and visitors can recognize a Japanese-style bridge in one image. Finally, you should notice at some point how the maestro played with light, indicating different times of the day. 

The full-price admission fee for the Orangerie Museum is €13. If you are a holder of the  Paris Museum Pass , you enter for free. 

QUICK FACTS :  The art gallery occupies a remaining portion of the former Tuileries royal and imperial palace, destroyed during the Paris Commune uprising in 1871. While the palace existed, the present Tuileries Garden used to be the inner garden of the vast Louvre complex. Orangery Museum almost suffered the same fate in WWII, when German bombs hit the structure during an air raid.

Galerie Perrotin, Marais District

Galerie Perrotin  is among the leading contemporary art galleries in Paris . Founded by Emmanuel Perrotin, the exhibition venue introduces ambitious artists and rising stars, such as Pierre Soulages, Emily Mae Smith, and Sophie Calle. Moreover, Galerie Perrotin is open for workshops and panel discussions.

The venue showcases works of art by artists from different parts of the world through temporary exhibitions. Visitors can see the masterpieces of various types, including vintage and traditional pictures, kaleidoscopic paintings, and curious sculptures. Videos and facsimiles were on display in the past, too.

Entry to this art gallery is free of charge. While in Marais, consider visiting a few other museums, such as Picasso, Carnavallet, and Cognacq-Jay. Finally, don’t miss Place des Vosges, one of the most beautiful squares in the French capital.

Emmanuel Perrotin has exhibition venues in New York, Tokyo, Shanghai, Seoul, and Hong Kong, too. 

Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, Marais

Located minutes away from Galerie Perrotin,  Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac  is a contemporary art venue covering a space of around 1.000 m2 (nearly 11.000 ft2). Many art lovers consider this art gallery as prestigious as its aforementioned neighbor. 

You’ll find works of many influential artists on display there. Among others, you can lay eyes on masterpieces created by Andy Warhol, Antony Gormley, Lydia Okumura, Megan Rooney, and Sean Scully. Moreover, the monumental setting of the cavernous main gallery is another outstanding feature of the exhibition venue. The sculpture garden and a cafe are a few other on-site facilities you can enjoy.

Besides in Paris, Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac has art venues in Salzburg (main gallery), London, and Seoul. 

Le BAL, Montmartre

Le BAL  is an art center devoted to video, cinema, photography, and new media presentations. Located in a former dance hall, this independent center for arts also stages workshops, grants, and debates. One of its missions is teaching young and other visitors to observe photos and images in detail.

Le BAL’s exhibition space has two floors occupying 350 m2 (3.770 ft2). There, you can examine works of photographers, filmmakers, videographers, and other media artists. Along the way, don’t be surprised to find yourself caught in some sort of investigation while analyzing the exhibits.  

The full-price ticket to this non-profit center for arts in Paris is €7. Children under 12 don’t pay the admission fee. The on-site cafe has delicious treats on its menu, consisting of oysters, dumplings with pork, and cheeses, among other specialties. 

When you complete your visit to the gallery, stop by Montmartre Cemetery, Sacre Coeur Basilica, and Moulin Rouge nearby. 

Jacquemart-Andre Museum, Near Park Monceau

Jacquemart-Andre Museum  used to be home to a wealthy couple that traveled Europe and collected art pieces in the process. They also organized quite a few public events for the high society. Thus, visitors can examine this private museum’s works of art in public and private spaces, such as the ceremonial room, winter garden, and apartments.

Among other exhibits, you can observe masterpieces by celebrated artists such as Botticelli, Titian, Van Dyke, Donatello, and Rembrandt. Furthermore, visitors can acquaint themselves with the 19 th -century Italian Renaissance art from Venice and Florence. German and Flemish art collections are among the highlights, as well. 

Jacquemart-Andre occupies a Second Empire mansion. Albeit remaining under the radar to most travelers visiting the city, its collection and architecture make it one of the must-see  Paris art galleries  for discerning art lovers. 

A few masterworks on display in the museum are:

• Piazza San Marco and Rialto Bridge (in Venice) by Canaletto
• The Supper at Emmaus by Rembrandt
• Bust of Pope Gregory XV by Bernini
• Virgin and Child by Bellini
• And a salt-cellar from Saint-Porchaire

The full rate is €17 for the permanent collections and exhibitions. 

You can see a bridge modeled after the Rialto Bridge in Venice in Park Monceau nearby.

Rodin Museum, Next to Les Invalides

If you are a fan of Auguste Rodin, one of the greatest sculptors in art history, visit  Musée Rodin . It consists of a stylish mansion (Hotel Biron) and a spacious garden. Art lovers visiting the venue can admire monumental sculptures and copies of masterpieces that celebrated their creator.

Rodin drew inspiration from literature among other sources. Thus, some of the top masterworks on display there relate to Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy. Besides, he portrayed famous writers of his time, such as Honore de Balzac and Victor Hugo. 

You’ll find many exceptional objects of art in Hotel Biron. But, you are likely to find your personal favorites in the surrounding garden. 

• A giant statue of Thinker symbolizes Dante observing the imagined circles of Hell.
• The monumental Gates of Hell is a masterpiece consisting of around 200 characters, topped by a small-scale statue of Thinker and Three Shades pointing to Hell. 
• The composition in the pond illustrates Count Ugolino with his children.
• The Burghers of Calais depicts captured leaders of the French town that fell to the English forces in the Hundred Years War (1337-1453).

While you are around, visit the neighboring Les Invalides to check out Napoleon Bonaparte’s tomb. Don’t miss the adjacent Army Museum if you’re a fan of warfare.

The full-price ticket to the Rodin Museum is €13. You don’t pay admission if you have  Paris Museum Pass . 

Danysz Gallery, Marais District

Danysz Gallery  is also among the most renowned  Paris art galleries.  You can find it in the artistic Marais District, alongside Perrotin and Thaddaeus Ropac art centers. 

The art venue, also known as Magda Danysz Gallery, supports emerging contemporary artists. Most of them aren’t famous in the world of art but rest assured that you’ll have a great time if you are a fan of street, digital, or pop art. However, you can still find works of big names such as Ultralab, Miss Van, Ray Caesar, and Erwin Olaf decorating the exhibition venue’s walls. 

Danysz Gallery is the ideal place for you to discover how quickly contemporary art changes. Also, you can expect to see moving large-scale creations with enough space between them to focus on a single piece at the time. 

In addition to Paris, the gallery has showrooms in London, the UK, and Shanghai, China. Moreover, Magda Danysz took part in various fairs, including Art Brussels, Pulse in New York, and Fiac in the French capital. 

Atelier des Lumières, the 11th Arrondissement (District)

Atelier des Lumières  is among the best digital  Paris art galleries.  It stages mouth-dropping multimedia exhibitions brought to life with video projectors and a first-class sound system. In short, you’re in for a grand spectacle involving vivid colors and different shapes emerging from and blending into one another. 

The digital art venue occupies approximately 3.300 m2 (35.500 ft2). Once you enter, the floor-to-ceiling presentations, washing over and covering you and your companions, will amaze you, for sure. Furthermore, the walls will appear as if moving, and you’ll attend the show that seemingly knows no spatial boundaries. 

What’s more, you might attend an interactive exhibition of creations by celebrated painters. Some represented in the past were Gustav Klimt, Marc Chagall, Vincent van Gogh, and Salvador Dali. As the artworks change, suitable music accompanies them. Besides the exhibition spaces, this art center features an infinity room, in which you’ll face your reflections wherever you look.

The full-price entry to Atelier des Lumières costs €16. With the presentation of your ticket at several Paris restaurants, you get a drink or a discount. La Terrasse, La Zinguerie, Chez Lui, and Blitz are some of them. 

What Are Other Top-rated Paris Art Galleries ?

Paris, the City of Art, has been attracting painters, sculptors, and many other artists for a long time now. Thus, the capital of France is home to many outstanding museums and art galleries, and many of them are among the finest exhibition venues in the world. 

In this regard, there are many other art centers you might wish to visit during your stay in Paris, and some of those are:

• Galerie Laurent Godin , featuring a few dozen artists they have a unique relationship with
• Fluctuart – the world’s first floating urban art center
• Musée Marmottan-Monet , exhibiting various works of art Claude Monet created during his travels and the masterpiece lending its name to Impressionism – Impression, Soleil Levant
• Jeu de Paume , a stone’s throw from Orangerie Museum, exhibiting modern and postmodern media and photography

Before setting off to explore Paris art galleries , check out how many of them accept  Paris Museum Pass . The pass may save you money and, COVID-19 permitting, help you avoid queuing. Either way, you’re in for a great time when visiting  Paris art galleries. 

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Exploring Paris, a city brimming with activities, can sometimes feel a bit much. For art enthusiasts, the city is a treasure trove, hosting some of the finest art museums globally.

You might find yourself wanting to soak in every bit of these artistic wonders, which can be quite time-intensive.

To help you navigate the vast Parisian museums landscape, I created this curated list of Paris’ top art museums.

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If you’re planning to immerse yourself in multiple museums and landmarks, the Paris Museums Pass could be a savvy choice, especially if you’re watching your budget during your Parisian adventure.

And hey, don’t skip the special section at the end of this article. It’s packed with key tips on things like free entry and booking your visits to these art havens.

The 16 Bes Art Galleries in Paris

So, without further ado, here’s the list you’ve been waiting for – the best art museums in Paris.

#1 The Louvre

Included in the Paris Museums Pass – Get your pass here

A trip to Paris isn’t complete without visiting the Louvre . You’ve surely heard of the most famous art museum in Paris that houses the original Mona Lisa. The Louvre is home to one of the richest art collections in the world, encompassing over 11,000 years of human art and culture. 

Before becoming a museum, the Louvre was a royal palace for two centuries and underwent renovations before opening to the public. There’s a lot of ground to cover here, so if you are on a short trip, you might want to make a list of your must-see items in the Louvre.

This museum could easily eat up an entire day, or even multiple days. Purchase your ticket here to save your time slot! 

Typically, visitors will want to make sure they get a view of Davinci’s Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo statue . These are only 2 of the most famous artworks in the Louvre . Louvre Fact: There are more than 30,000 works of art housed in the museum , covering everything from the Greeks and Romans to displays of the French crown jewels. 

If you don’t have time to go inside the Louvre, you’ll want to make sure you at least visit the pyramids in the courtyard . These metal and glass structures grace the front of many postcards and make a great photo opportunity.

Stop by at night to see them illuminated, and get some great Instagram pics. 

Get the Paris Museums Pass

If you’re planning to visit any number of the best art galleries in Paris, here are the reasons why it’s your best bet to purchase a  Paris Museum Pass:

• Free admission to 50 museums and monuments  (including Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Panthéon, Arc de Triomphe, Versailles, and Sainte-Chapelle)
• Skip-the-line  bonus that saves you lots of time
• 2, 4, or 6 days available for your  flexibility
• pays off as soon as you visit 4 museums
• 24h  full refund cancellation  policy (if purchased through  getyourguide.com )

To help you decide if the  Paris Museum Pass  is worth getting, I highlighted every museum and art gallery in the list below, that grants free admission for  Paris Museum Pass  holders.

#2 Musée d’Orsay

Included in the Paris Museums Pass – Get yours here

The Musee d’Orsay is located inside a converted Belle Epoque railway station . This museum is for fans of impressionism and is home to works by Monet, Renoir, and Van Gogh.

Be prepared to spend a while at this museum to take it all in. There is a two-hour guided tour to ensure you don’t miss the important items, or you can make your own list and go at your own pace. 

The Musée d’Orsay has late openings on Thursday nights and is as well a good place to visit in Paris at night .

Important things to see are Van Gogh’s self-portrait, Monet’s Coqulicots (Poppies), and Renoir’s la Balancoire (The Swing.)

If you are not a holder of the Paris Museum’s Pass, I advise purchasing a ticket for the Musée d’Orsay here in advance. They come at the same price as at the official ticket booth but are refundable.

Are you interested in visiting both of the significant Impressionist museums of Paris, the Musée d’Orsay, and the Musée de l’Orangerie? Buying this bundle and saving some Euros.

#3 Picasso Museum

The Picasso Museum is dedicated to the artist and is home to his private collection. In fact, it’s the largest public Picasso collection in the world , making it one of the best art galleries in Paris. Here you can enjoy over 5000 works from Picasso himself and the artists he loved.

It’s an intimate setting that allows you to feel like you’re viewing the artwork that Picasso kept closest to himself.

This museum was made possible by donations from Picassos’ heirs. His wishes were for his collection to be displayed by the State. You can visit the collection in the private mansion in the Marais. Click here for your tickets.

What Not to Miss:

• Make sure to admire the building’s architecture 
• Olga in an Armchair 
• The Kiss 
• The Archives
• Picasso’s Drawings 

#4 Musée National Rodin

Opened in 1919, the Musee National Rodin is dedicated to the work of sculptor Auguste Rodin. It’s located in the Hotel Biron. If you’re a sculpture fan, you cannot miss this museum. There are around 400 pieces of artwork in this art museum in Paris.

There are also extensive galleries and lovely gardens surrounding the building. It’s all gorgeous. 

The Musee National Rodin is located very close to the Eiffel Tower, so it will be easy to access on the day you are visiting the Eiffel Tower.  Must-sees at the Rodin: 

• The Thinker 
• The Walking Man 
• The Age of Bronze

#5 Hotel Marine

Included in the Paris Museums Pass – Get your Paris Museums Pass here

Located in Place de la Concorde, this historical building was built between 1757 and 1774. Hotel Marine is considered a national monument and is a great piece of Parisian history.

The monument was under restoration for around four years and just opened back up to the public in the summer of 2021. Take yourself back in time by viewing the courtyard where Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were both beheaded.

You’ll be overwhelmed with the beautiful architecture housed here, along with the rich history. There are also incredible views of the Eiffel Tower to be seen at Hotel Marine.

Tip: If your schedule is too tight to visit the Castle of Versailles , the Hotel Marine is a valid alternative because it’s the same style as the castle. Use this link to purchase your ticket.

#6 Musée Carnavalet

No Paris Museums Pass needed – it’s one of the admission free Museums of Paris

This art museum in Paris is dedicated to the history of the city . Musee Carnavalet also claims to be the oldest museum in all of Paris. If you’re interested in learning what Paris is all about, this museum is for you.

There’s an extensive painting collection celebrating Parisian artists, and you can easily kill an entire afternoon here. 

The Musee Carnavalet is home to about 615,000 artifacts that tell the story of Paris with around 26,000 paintings, 20k drawings, and 150k photographs. You can visit the main exhibit of this art gallery in Paris for free , as it’s one of the 16 municipally managed museums. 

Do you want to more ideas on what to do in Paris for free? Check this guide .

So come visit to take a trip down Paris memory lane and learn about Roman and Medieval times, the French Revolution, and even Prehistoric times. 

#7 Musée Jaquemart-André

Click here to purchase your skip-the-line ticket

Now, this is a famous art gallery in Paris that is a little different than most. When you visit Musee Jaquemart-Andre , you’re getting to enjoy the personal collection of bank heir Edouard Andre and his wife Nélie Jacquemart .

Visiting this art museum in Paris gives you an intimate look into a personal collection of work and souvenirs the couple collected over their lifetime. 

The museum is not large and is inside the home the couple shared when they weren’t traveling. Most of the artwork you’ll find here is from the Italian Renaissance . It’s located in the 8th Arrondissement of Paris. Must-see works:

• The Toilet of Venus and Sleeping Venus 
• Piazza San Marco
• Louis XV Desk 
• The Flight Into Egypt 

#8 Musée de l’Orangerie

Included in the Paris Museums Pass – Order your Museums Pass here

The Musee de l’Orangerie is an impressionist and post-impressionist art gallery in Paris. Those who are fans of Monet should definitely add this one to their must-see list. It’s a pretty small museum, so you could pair it with a larger one to fill up your day. 

The building was originally built to protect the orange trees in the winter , hence the interesting name. It wore many hats before becoming the museum it is today, such as a home for musical events and other exhibitions. 

You could spend a while here if you like, but the work you absolutely cannot miss is Monet’s Water Lillies murals . You’ll also find works by Picasso, Henri Matisse, and Renoir here. If you’re short on time, certainly stop in to see Water Lillies if nothing else. 

Click this link to save some Euros when buying your Orangerie Ticket in a bundle with the Musée d’Orsay.

#9 Musée Marmottan Monet

Click here to for tickets to the largest collection of Monet’s masterpieces

After you take in the beauty of the Water Lillies murals, Monet fans will want to head over to the Musee Marmottan Monet . Here you’ll find over 300 Monet paintings under one roof.

What more could a Monet fan ask for, except of course a visit at his source of inspiration, his gardens in Giverny ? One of the best art galleries in Paris is made possible by donations from Monet’s only heir, his second son, Michael. When you visit, be sure not to miss Sunrise, done in 1872.

This museum is located in the 16th Arrondissement near the Louis Vuitton Foundation , so you could pair them together and make a day in that area. Use this link to buy your tickets hassle-free. 

#10 Musée du Quai Branly -Jaques Chriac

Included in the Paris Museums Pass – Get the Museums Pass or buy your individual ticket here  

So far, we’ve covered many museums in Paris that revolve around impressionism. A visit to Musee du Quai Branly will break up Monet viewings with art from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.

Opened in 2006, this museum is relatively new for Paris are galleries, but it’s still one of the best. It’s located near the Eiffel Tower in the 7th Arrondissement, so it’s easy to fit into a tourism day centered around the main attractions. 

#11 Musée de Cluny

Included in the Paris Museums Pass – Get the pass here

The Musee de Cluny is an art gallery that encompasses the Middle Ages in Paris . This is a pretty small museum, but there are over 23k pieces that span over 1000 years of human existence.

It’s also considered a two-in-one deal because the museum itself is partially constructed from the remnants of an ancient Roman bathhouse , so you can take in the architecture juxtaposed with the artwork. 

#12 Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine

This famous art gallery in Paris is located in the Palais de Chaillot in the 16th Arrondissement. Here you’ll find plenty of sculptures and architecture. The main focus of this art museum is the architecture and urban planning of Paris .

It’s home to a collection of models, so you can take a visual tour of what France has looked like architecturally since the Middle Ages.  

There are three permanent galleries with life-size models, paintings, and stained-glass windows to take you through history. There is A LOT to see here, make sure to reserve your spot here in time, if you are not holding a Paris Museums Pass .

#13 Palais de Tokyo

The Palais de Tokyo is in the Paris Museum Pass , but you can buy your tickets here

Moving into the contemporary art territory, we have Palais de Tokyo . Opened in 2002, it’s a newer art gallery in Paris. The focus here is showcasing work from living artists , and the collections are always rotating.

When you visit, you must check out the subterranean levels with large graffiti murals on display. You won’t find anything like this in other art museums in Paris. 

#14 Pinault Collection

Click here to reserve your admission to the collection

The Pinault Collection is the newest gallery that displays contemporary works. This art museum in Paris is home to over 10,000 works from 400 different artists. Francois Pinault, a French businessman, is behind the project. 

He also has a collection in Venice, but the Paris collection is by far the largest.

Pinault’s main focus is supporting young artists, and the museum hosts artists in residency every year with an ever-changing body of work. If you like modern art, I recommend checking it out. 

This art gallery, in Paris, opened only in the summer of 2021! It’s located in the old Bourse de Commerce, which is a gorgeous building with a remarkable Coppola.

#15 Centre Pompidou

Centre Pompidou is home to the National Museum of Modern Art , which is the largest modern art museum in all of Europe. Located in the heart of Paris, a stop here is a great addition to any Paris trip for art gallery lovers.

The building itself is worth going to see. The glass pipes on the sides bring in an incredible source of natural light and make the building look almost like a heart. Centre Pompidou also includes an extensive public library and cinema, a rooftop restaurant, and a wonderful view of the Eiffel Tower !

#16 Louis Vuitton Foundation

Click here to reserve your tickets with a full refund guarantee

The Louis Vuitton Foundation might make you think of purses, but you won’t find the fashion collection here. This beautiful building in Paris is an art museum and cultural center. It was designed by Frank Gehry, who you may know the name of from designing the Guggenheim and the Jay Pritzker Pavillion in Chicago’s Millenium Park. 

The foundation was created by the LVMH group that does own the fashion brand, Louis Vuitton. When you visit this art gallery, it’s a bit of a hike. It’s worth seeing but plan to dedicate time to getting there.

There are several contemporary and modern art exhibits to see, and the building is great for vacation pictures. Exhibits are always revolving, so anytime you come back there will be something different. 

The Louis Vuitton Foundation lays a bit outside Paris, within the Bois de Bologne, which is one of Paris’ big parks and forests.

TOP TIPS for visiting the best Art Museums in Paris

→ get the paris museums pass.

The easiest and cheapest way to visit the best art galleries in Paris is by purchasing the Paris Museums Pass . The pass grants you free admission to more than 50 attractions in Paris. You can see the complete list here .

The pass pays off already when you visit 4 art museums and monuments in Paris. It also allows you to save lots of valuable time as it grants you priority entrance .

→ Reserve your time slot in advance 

Whether you are holding the Paris Museum Pass or decide to purchase individual tickets when visiting art museums in Paris, verify the museum or monument requires a reservation.

Since Covid-19, the maximal number of visitors is strictly limited and many museums require an advance reservation to assure compliance with regulations. This applies as well to many free museums. Just check on their homepage and book a slot.

If you are planning to purchase the Paris Museum Pass , you will be asked to enter the pass number. If you don’t know it by then, just enter a random number, it doesn’t matter.

→ Check if you are eligible for free admission to art museums in Paris

Paris is an expensive city, but the good news is that it’s a very generous one as well when it comes to granting free admission to cultural sites . Generally, many of the national museums and monuments are free for:

• everyone under the age of 18
• members of the European Union under the age of 26

Furthermore, many museums offer free admission on certain days of the month. Often it’s the first Sunday of a month, but it might vary. Check on the website of the museums what applies.

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Paris: 4 day itinerary for art lovers

• Post date July 30, 2023
• Post categories In Cultural Travel , France , Paris

I spent quite a lot of time in Paris wandering around museums and galleries and felt truly spoilt for choice.

An art-themes trip to Paris is ideal because it has such a wealth of world-class museums and galleries of every conceivable type to enjoy.

For art lovers, that abundance can be quite overwhelming at first, which is why I made this itinerary.

It narrows down the vast selection and takes you to the must-see, famous museums, as well as to a selection of small galleries and more unique art spaces.

Most museums and galleries in this guide are within reasonable walking distance from each other, or you can take the metro if you prefer.

Get a map of the places in this guide

Generally, you want to book tickets in advance for most museums in Paris. Skip-the-line tickets are always recommended, they’ll save you quite a bit of time. For the big museums, it’s also a good idea to book a tour , to make sure you get to see all the important highlights.

Day 1: Centre Pompidou, Le Marais galleries, Picasso Museum

Centre pompidou.

Start your art-themed visit to Paris at the iconic Centre Pompidou , one of the most popular art spaces in the world.

It’s an impressive building that’s hard to miss in the centre of Paris, known for its “inside-out” architecture, designed by architects Rogers + Piano.

Inside, you’ll discover modern and contemporary art, with a huge collection spanning various art movements such as Cubism, Surrealism, and Pop Art, as well as very recent works of art from international artists.

I personally spent no less than 4 hours at Centre Pompidou on my last visit to Paris. It was tiring but very satisfying. If you’re short on time, however, you can easily see the collection highlights in about 2 hours.

Some of the most famous artists whose masterpieces you can find at Centre Pompidou include Frida Kahlo, Marc Chagall, Vassily Kandinsky, Robert and Sonia Delaunay, Piet Mondrian, Joan Miró, and many more.

Alongside the well-known artworks, you’ll also find contemporary, thought-provoking exhibitions.

• Entry tickets
• Private tour

Le Marais district galleries

Centre Pompidou is close to the art hub of Le Marais, a little paradise of contemporary art galleries in the centre of Paris.

I created a self-guided walk that takes you through the top galleries in Le Marais.

You can also get an offline map of this walk .

For these galleries there’s no need to book ahead, they usually accept walk-ins, so you can explore freely.

This part of the city also has plenty of cafes and restaurants, so it’s ideal if you want to stop on the way for some coffee, a bite to eat, and some rest.

Picasso Museum

After walking around and getting some rest, head to the Picasso Museum , located in Le Marais.

This museum is a tribute to Pablo Picasso and has an extensive collection of his paintings, sculptures, and drawings.

You’ll see how Picasso developed as an artist, view some of his famous masterpieces, and learn about his creative process.

Day 2: The Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Pinault Collection

The world-famous Louvre is a bucket list item on any visit to Paris.

Located in a magnificent former palace, the Louver is the largest museum in the world.

It has a truly remarkable range of art from the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Rembrandt, and with a range of styles, from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance period.

The collection includes 2 of the most famous artworks in the world, the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.

My best tip is not to expect to be able to see everything in one day. You really want to plan ahead and decide what to focus on during your Louvre visit. It’s easy to get lost and lose track of time in such a huge museum.

Skip-the-line tickets are essential, as the lines can be very long.

• Group tour – Guarantee you see all the major highlights.
• Private tour – Tailored to your own interests.

Musée d’Orsay

Our next stop is within a short walking distance from the Louvre. It is one of the top 3 must-see museums in Paris (alongside the Louvre and Pompidou), and it’s been a personal favourite of mine for many years.

Housed in a gorgeous former Beaux-Arts railway station, Musée d’Orsay is the best place to see Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and Art Nouveau.

You’ll find some well-known and iconic artworks, such as Water Lilies by Monet, Bal du moulin de la Galette by Renoir, The Ballet Class by Degas, Starry Night by Van Gogh, and Arearea by Gauguin.

Apart from the paintings, I love the Art Nouveau furniture collection at Musée d’Orsay, a beautiful display of decorative arts and interiors.

Skip-the-line tickets are highly recommended because it’s a very popular museum.

Pinault Collection

The final art space today is a relatively new museum of contemporary art, the Pinault Collection .

It’s located inside a very unique circular building, the Bourse de Commerce, formerly the stock market.

This historic building has the most magnificent dome; before I even saw any of the exhibitions I found myself taking endless pictures of the dome.

The exhibitions are based on the private art collection of François Pinault, with temporary exhibitions, events and workshops.

It has a strong focus on contemporary art of all kinds. You can expect eclectic art forms, including installation, multimedia art, and sculpture. Some of the themes are trendy, some are thought-provoking.

• Guided tours: The Pinault Collection offers tours in English on Saturdays.

Day 3: Rodin Museum, Musée de l’Orangerie, Petit Palais

At this point, you’ve already been to the most important museums in Paris, and have had a chance to see modern, contemporary, and traditional art.

On the third day, you’ll visit some more famous museums in Paris.

Rodin Museum

Begin the third day at the Rodin Museum , dedicated to the work of celebrated French sculptor Auguste Rodin.

The museum has indoor galleries and charming outdoor spaces, where you can see some iconic sculptures you’ll probably recognise, such as “The Thinker” and “The Kiss.”

• Guided tours

Musée de l’Orangerie

Next, visit the Musée de l’Orangerie , in the lovely Tuileries Gardens.

This museum is famous for displaying Claude Monet’s water lily paintings in special, oval rooms. These are purpose-built rooms that make the experience truly unique.

You’ll also find more Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artworks by well-known artists, such as Renoir, Cézanne, and Modigliani, alongside lesser-known artists.

• Guided tour

Petit Palais

Our last stop for today is Petit Palais , a museum housed in a magnificent building located close to Champs-Élysées.

This museum is like an extended lesson in the history of art; it has paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts in a diverse range of styles, from masterpieces by Paul Cézanne and Rembrandt to a collection of medieval art.

• Entry tickets: Free entry.

Day 4: Louis Vuitton Foundation, Musée Marmottan Monet

On the final day of this Parisian art itinerary, we venture outside of the city centre, to see some art spaces that are well worth visiting.

The Louis Vuitton Foundation

Our first stop is an architectural gem in a lovely green park. It features excellent contemporary art exhibitions.

There’s no permanent collection, only temporary exhibitions, so you want to check what’s on in advance.

The museum was designed by Frank Gehry and resembles a massive glass ship. Beyond the exhibitions, the extraordinary architecture is a good reason to take the trip outside the city centre and experience this art space.

You can find out more in my full review of my visit to the Louis Vuitton Foundation .

• Guided tours: Members of staff are happy to chat with you and answer questions during your visit.

Musée Marmottan Monet

Conclude your art-themed trip in Paris at the Musée Marmottan Monet , dedicated to the art of the famous Impressionist painter, Claude Monet, alongside some other impressionist artists, such as Renoir, Degas, and Caillebot.

The museum has both permanent and temporary exhibitions and is located in a peaceful, elegant townhouse.

More things to do in Paris for art lovers

In this 4-day itinerary, we’ve covered the top museums in Paris, plus some special art spaces and galleries, mostly in the city centre.

If you have more time to spend in Paris, here are some extra recommendations for art lovers:

Street art in Paris

Paris is a street art paradise, with some excellent hubs, including Belleville and Montmartre .

I went on a Belleville street art tour and really enjoyed it.

Parisian architecture gems

If you love architecture, you’ll definitely enjoy the gorgeous buildings all around Paris.

I highly recommend visiting the old opera house (Palais Garnier). It’s simply stunning.

There are a couple of ways to visit the interior and I wrote a full guide about it: How to visit the Paris opera house .

Another warm recommendation for architecture lovers: Take an Art Nouveau tour to see some of the city’s gems.

Some buildings are outside the centre, which is why I suggest you take a tour. I created a self-guided Art Nouveau walk and you can also book a guided walk that covers even more buildings.

A day trip to Giverny

If you can’t get enough of Claude Monet, take a trip outside of Paris to Giverny to see his family house at Monet’s House & Museum .

Paris museum pass

You can use a museum pass in Paris to save money on entrance fees. There are several options, with the Paris Museum Pass (2, 4, Or 6 Days) being the most comprehensive. I also wrote a guide on how to choose and use a museum pass in Paris with more information and helpful tips.

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Quick Guide to the Most Charming Covered Passages, Paris (Les Passages Couverts de Paris)

About the covered passages of paris.

All about the Covered Passages, Paris’ hidden gems. A quick guide to the best Covered Passages in Paris, map included, and walking tour ideas.

The Covered Passages of Paris ( Les Passages Couverts de Paris in French) are hidden gems in Paris , a world apart from the crowded tourist attractions or busy Grands Boulevards.

By the end of the 18th century, town planners created a labyrinth of commercial Passages in Paris with beautiful stained-glass ceilings, mosaic works, and iron latticework, all bathed in natural light.

Apart from its dominating merchant role, the Paris Passages were also the new bourgeois’ favorite stroll, the place to show up and socialize in its endless cafés, traditional bistros, or small theaters.

Over the years, only a few walkways survived. Restored to their former glory, the Paris Covered Passages are today real Art Nouveau / Neoclassical architectural gems, and if you know where to look, you will find a hidden world of delightful ancient boutiques, cute cafés, and other curiosity shops.

These charming and secret Passages in Paris are free to visit, and they are the perfect shelter for a rainy day in Paris and a trip back in time to the beautiful Belle Époque.

The Covered Passages of Paris are one of our favorite secret places in Paris. Click here for the list of the most beautiful hidden places in Paris .

Best Covered Passages in Paris

• Galerie Vivienne Paris – 4 rue des Petit-Champs, Paris 2
• Galerie Colbert Paris – 2 rue Vivienne, Paris 2
• Passage du Grand Cerf Paris –  145 rue de Saint-Denis, Paris 2
• Passage des Panoramas Paris –  11 boulevard de Montmartre, Paris 9
• Passage Jouffroy Paris – 10 boulevard de Montmartre, Paris 9
• Passage Brady Paris – 43 rue du Faubourg-Saint-Martin, Paris 10
• Passage Choiseul Paris –  40 rue des Petits-Champs, Paris 2
• Passage du Bourg-l’Abbé – 120, rue Saint-Denis, Paris 2
• Passage des Deux Pavillons Paris – 6, rue de Beaujolais, Paris 1

Best Paris Passages Map

Here is the Paris Covered Passages Map, with the most beautiful Covered Walkways Paris has to offer. Click on the link below to enlarge and navigate through this Paris’ Passages Map.

Click here to view this Paris’ Covered Passages Map on Google

Luckily for us, most of the best Covered Passages in Paris are located in the most central Arrondissements of Paris (Paris 1 and Paris 2), so you can go from one walkway to the next on foot. With few exceptions, they are open from Monday to Saturday, during business hours.

Paris’ Covered Passages Walking Tour Ideas

Explore the best Passages in Paris at your own pace or with a guided tour. On your way, you will find typical Parisian bistros , excellent vintage shopping, Parisian cafés lost in time, and more.

» This 3-hour Passages Paris walking tour with a local guide is an excellent way to learn the history of these Covered Passages in Paris, and it is consistently rated 5 stars. If you have less time available, this 1.5-hour Paris walkways walking tour is a good alternative .

If you prefer to visit them at your own pace, check out this 1-hour audio guide , which also covers the beautiful gardens of Palais Royal.

» Suggested Paris’ Covered Passages Walking Tour #1: Passage Jouffroy, Passage des Panoramas, Passage Choiseul, Passage Colbert, Galerie Vivienne.

» Suggested Paris’ Passages Walking Tour #2: Passage Colbert, Galerie Vivienne, Passage du Grand Cerf, Passage du Bourg-l’Abbé.

Best Covered Passages – Paris Hidden Gems

Here is the list of the best Passages in Paris – secret Covered Passages Paris has to offer for the curious wanderer. These Paris walkways are all beautiful and elegant, but each passage is unique in its own way:

1. Galerie Vivienne Paris – The Most Elegant

Adress: 4 Rue des Petit-Champs, Paris 2; Metro station Bourse Line 3 or Palais Royal Musée du Louvre Lines 1 and 7.

Start your Paris’ Passages walking tour with Galerie Vivienne (also known as Passage Vivienne). Built in the 1820s in Paris 2, near the Palais Royal, Galerie Vivienne is one of the most beautiful Covered Passages in Paris, well known for the elegance of its boutiques. If you have time to visit only one Parisian walkway, choose this one.

Today, Galerie Vivienne   Paris gathers luxury boutiques, bookshops, fabric shops, and lovely Parisian cafés. Don’t miss its elegant architecture and the original mosaic floor with the names of the former businesses at the entrance of each shop.

» OUR MUST SEE’S: check the world-reputed Wolff & Descourtis (#18) for its cashmere shawls and fashionable fabric designs. Legrand Filles et Fils (1 Rue de la Banque) is considered the best wine shop in Paris, with more than 3,000 labels (come with your wine tote bag ). Librairie F Jousseamme (#45) is a beautiful bookshop with ancient editions and rare books, which also sells beautiful old postcards.

» THE PERFECT BREAK: Bistrot Vivienne (access through Rue des Petits Champs) is a typical Parisian bistro with good traditional food. A Priori Thé (#35) is a lovely café and tearoom.

» GALERIE VIVIENNE OPENING HOURS: Every day from 10 am to 8 pm.

2. Galerie Colbert Paris – The Eternal Rival

Adress: 2 Rue Vivienne, Paris 2; Metro station Bourse Line 3 or Palais Royal Musée du Louvre Line 1, Line 7.

As you can see on the Paris’ Passages Map above, the entrance to Passage Colbert (also known as Galerie Colbert) is on the same street as Galerie Vivienne, so it is impossible to miss it!

Actually, Passage Colbert (1826) was built to compete with Galerie Vivienne, but in the end, it was less successful than its rival.

Don’t miss the richness of its neoclassical architecture, featuring a 15-meter diameter dome. Today, this Covered Walkway has no shops, but it is interesting to visit for its history and elegant decoration. Passage Colbert hosts the Institut National d’Histoire de l’Art and the Institut National du Patrimoine.

» THE PERFECT BREAK: the restaurant Le Grand Colbert (2 Rue Vivienne), with its unique Art Nouveau atmosphere, is perfect for a good meal or a hot chocolate in the afternoon.

» GALERIE COLBERT OPENING HOURS: Every day from 10 am to 8 pm.

3. Passage du Grand Cerf Paris – The Hidden Gem

Adress: 145 Rue de Saint-Denis, Paris 2; Metro station Étienne-Marcel Line 4.

The Passage du Grand Cerf is one of the most beautiful Covered Passages Paris has to offer. However, it remains one of the most secret Paris walkways because it is not easy to find.

The Passage du Grand Cerf was built in 1825 on the site of the Hôtel du Grand Cerf , from which it took its name. Its pleasing interior is home to many artisan shops and high-quality jewelry boutiques.

Don’t miss its spectacular 12-meter-high structure made of metal and wrought iron with a beautiful glass roof and its flourished balconies on the first floor.

» OUR MUST SEE’S: Eric et Lydie (#7), contemporary jewelry designers. Pour Vos Beaux Yeux (#10) specializes in vintage eyewear. Rickshaw (#7) sells curious objects from all around the world.

» THE PERFECT BREAK: Le Pas Sage (#1) is a wine bar perfect to finish your shopping in style.

» PASSAGE DU GRAND CERF OPENING HOURS: Monday to Saturday from 8.30 am to 8.30 pm. Closed on Sundays.

4. Passage des Panoramas Paris – The Oldest

Address: 11 Boulevard de Montmartre, Paris 9; Metro station Richelieu-Drouot Lines 8 and 9 or Grands Boulevards Lines 8 and 9.

Passage des Panoramas was built in the year 1799 and, as you can see in the Covered Passages Paris Map above, it is located between the districts of Paris 9 and Paris 2.

Passage des Panoramas is the oldest of the surviving Covered Passages of Paris and the first one illuminated with gas lamps in 1816. Its name comes from the two large rotundas built at the entrance of the Passage (disappeared today) to display panoramic paintings of Paris, Toulon, Rome, Jerusalem, and other famous cities.

This labyrinthine passage is home to the Théâtre des Variétés , which has entertained the Parisians since 1807. But most of all, Passage des Panoramas is known for its philately shops. If you like old stamps, postcards, and coins, Passage des Panoramas is the place to go.

» OUR MUST SEE’S: the French engraving and printer Henri Stern (#47) set up business in this passage in 1834. Today, the shop is working as a fancy café, but you still can see the original details of the former shop. Check out the artists’ entrance to Théâtre des Variétés (#17). Tombées du Camion (#44) is a cute shop with interesting (sometimes weird) collectibles.

» THE PERFECT BREAK: Restaurant Noglu (#16) is one of the few gluten-free eateries in Paris. Enjoy some of the best French wines at  Les Racines (#8), which specializes in natural wines. La Crêperie (#62) proposes yummy crêpes and ice creams.

» PASSAGE DES PANORAMAS OPENING HOURS: Every day from 6 am to 12 am.

5. Passage Jouffroy Paris – The Most Authentic

Adress: 10 Boulevard de Montmartre, Paris 9; Metro station Grands Boulevards Lines 8 and 9.

If you want to know what these secret Passages in Paris looked like during their heydays, Passage Jouffroy  is the place to go. Crowded and packed with quirky boutiques, this Paris Covered Passage is always fun to walk. This is also the most touristy passage thanks to Musée Grevin , the Parisian version of Madame Tussaud’s, with the exit inside this Passage.

Don’t miss its architecture: this is the first Parisian walkway built entirely of metal and glass, with the only exception of the decorative elements in wood. We also like the floor, paved with a geometric pattern of white, gray, and black squares.

» OUR MUST SEE’S: Pain d’Épices (#29) and La Boite à Joujoux (#41) are two old-fashioned toy shops worth a visit even if you don’t have kids. Quirky Segas (#34) specializes in antique walking sticks. Librairie du Passage (#48) proposes second-hand books and beautiful vintage posters.

» THE PERFECT BREAK: stop at Café Zéphyr (12 Boulevard de Montmartre) to enjoy a nice Art Déco atmosphere and eat some cakes. And why not sleep inside the passage? Stay at charming Hôtel Chopin (#46) for a unique Belle Époque experience, with good deals if you book in advance.

» PASSAGE JOUFFROY OPENING HOURS: Monday to Saturday from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm. Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm.

6. Passage Brady Paris – The Most Exotic

Adress: 43, Rue du Faubourg-Saint-Martin, Paris 10; Metro station Chateau d’Eau Line 4 or Strasbourg Saint-Denis Lines 4,8, and 9.

Passage Brady , in Paris 9, is the most exotic of the Covered Passages in Paris. It is easy to understand why Passage Brady is called ‘Little India’ by the locals: this colorful and perfumed Paris Walkway is full of Indian, Pakistan, Mauritian, and Réunion curry restaurants, spice shops, and bazaars.

Passage Brady was built in 1828 by the merchant M. Brady from whom it took the name. Passage Brady was originally a beautiful Covered Passage with an elegant dome to compensate for its irregular layout. During the Hausmanninan works, in 1854, the passage was cut to let the new Boulevard de Strasbourg pass.

Today, only the part connecting Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis to Boulevard de Strasbourg is covered. Don’t miss the beautiful Art Nouveau inscription with the Passage’s name at the entrance. The view from the eateries located on the first floor deserves a lunch break at Passage Brady.

» OUR MUST SEE’S: Épicerie Velan (#87) to buy Indian and Pakistani specialties (and any kind of species).

» THE PERFECT BREAK: La Reine du Kashmir (#80), a restaurant awarded by different Indian gastronomy prices.

» PASSAGE BRADY OPENING HOURS:  Monday to Saturday from 9.30 am to 11.30 pm; Sunday from 6 pm to 11.30 pm.

7. Passage Choiseul – The Longest

Adress: 40 Rue des Petits-Champs, Paris 2; Metro station Pyramides, Lines 7 and 14.

Passage Choiseul , in Paris 2, was named after d’Étienne-François de Choiseul-Beaupré-Stainville, War Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister during King Louis XV’s reign. As you can see on the Paris Passages Map, this Paris walkway is as long as this man’s name! With 190 meters in length, this is the longest of all the Covered Passages in Paris.

Thanks to a deep, recent restoration, the beautiful glass roof is now bathing the walkway with natural light. The first and second floors of this passage are occupied by shops, while the third floor is mainly residential. The Thêatre des Bouffes Parisiennes (1857) has its secondary exit in the Passage, so there is a certain animation after the show.

» THE PERFECT BREAK: Go to Bio Burger (#46) for a fast-food break 100% organic. There is no better place to relax than the Zzen – Bar à Sieste (#29), where you can take a good nap.

» PASSAGE CHOISEUL OPENING HOURS: From Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 8 pm. Closed on Sundays.

8. Passage du Bourg-l’Abbé – Unique Atmosphere

Adress: 120 Rue Saint-Denis and 3 Rue de Palestro, Paris 2; Metro station Étienne Marcel , Line 4.

Passage du Bourg-l’Abbé in Paris 2 was built in early 1828 by the architect Auguste Lusson between the Passage du Grand Cerf and the Passage de l’Ancre. It formed a long walk that allowed shelter from bad weather and traffic.

Years later, the passage was amputated by several meters during the construction of Boulevard de Sébastopol and Rue Palestro. The new entrance to the passage opening on Rue Palestro was the work of Henri Blondel, the architect who also designed the Paris Stock Exchange. The two caryatids that frame the entrance represent Industry (left) and Commerce (right). At the key, a hive embedded in a cartouche also translated the economic activity of the passage.

After the 1980s, the Passage was in deplorable condition. The commercial spaces did not seek to attract visitors or enhance the passage; they were used primarily as warehouses.

Victim of a fire in the 1990s, the place was almost abandoned until the condominium found the necessary funds for the restoration works. From 2002 to 2008, this Covered Passage was renovated entirely, and little by little, Passage Bourg-l’Abbé is trying to find its lost charm again.

» THE PERFECT BREAK:  admire the soil, canopies, and interior facades with beautiful painted decoration. All these elements are listed as Historic Monuments and protected. At the end of the passage, a clock faces a barometer that no longer works.

» PASSAGE DE BOURG-L’ABBÉ OPENING HOURS:  From Monday to Saturday from 7.30 am to 7.30 pm. Closed on Sundays.

9. Passage des Deux Pavillons – The Victim

Adress: 6, Rue de Beaujolais, Paris 1; Metro station Bourse , Line 3.

Passage des Deux Pavillons is the shortest of all the Covered Passages Paris has to offer, and it connects the Gardens of Palais Royal in Paris 1 to Rue des Petit-Champs in Paris 2.

Passage des Deux Pavillons was built in 1820 by piercing one of the buildings, and just like the building, it’s 33 meters long.

The current layout of this Passage is a consequence of the eternal fight between the owners of Galerie Vivienne and Galerie Colbert to attract visitors.

Originally, this Passage had a cross shape, and from the Gardens of Palais Royal, it was naturally ending in front of Galerie Colbert. The owner of Galerie Vivienne bought this Passage and modified the layout to make it end just in front of his Galerie Vivienne.

Today, Passage des Deux Pavillons continues to be an excellent shortcut to Galerie Vivienne, and even if it is nothing exceptional, it is well worth a short visit now that you know its history!

Sleep in and Around the Best Passages in Paris

Hotel Chopin Paris is located inside one of the most beautiful Covered Passages in Paris, the Passage Jouffroy . Join the passage’s busy life during the day and enjoy its special atmosphere at night when the stores close. Have a quiet sleep, far from the busy streets of Paris! The hotel proposes very good deals if you book in advance – Click here for the Latest Prices

Accommodation near the Louvre Museum is also a good option for exploring the secret Passages of Paris and many other tourist sights. Check out some of the best hotels near the Louvre Museum , with something for every budget.

And there you have it, the list of the most charming Covered Passages Paris has to offer. Which one would you choose for a stroll right now?

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La Galerie Dior will be temporarily closed to the public from May 14 to 29 inclusive. The textile pieces, which are particularly delicate, will all be rotated. When it reopens, the public will therefore be able to discover a new presentation of the Dior collections.

Online reservation is recommended.

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Important information

• Due to the implementation of Vigipirate security measures, no large luggage items or suitcases of any size are permitted within La Galerie Dior.
• Animals are not allowed in the exhibition spaces. People with disabilities may be accompanied by a guide or companion animal provided it is wearing an appropriate harness.
• Please note that the exhibits are delicate and are therefore displayed in low temperature conditions. Please do take this into account when visiting La Galerie.
• La Galerie Dior is accessible to people with reduced mobility. However, we would like to inform you that due to the building's architectural design, the visit for PRM (People with reduced mobility) requires additional time and assistance from reception staff. Some sections are limited to a width of 80 cm / 31.5 inches and a length of 130 cm / 51 inches. To make sure you receive the best possible welcome, please inform us of your upcoming visit by email at [email protected]. A wheelchair is available at Reception upon reservation.

La Galerie is open today from 11 am to 7 pm.

La Galerie Dior is open every day from 11 am to 7 pm, except Tuesdays. Last admission is at 5:30 pm. La Galerie Dior is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25.

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La Galerie Dior is accessible to people with reduced mobility. However, we would like to inform you that due to the building's architectural design, the visit for PRM (People with reduced mobility) requires additional time and assistance from reception staff. Some sections are limited to a width of 80 cm / 31.5 inches and a length of 130 cm / 51 inches. To make sure you receive the best possible welcome, please inform us of your upcoming visit by email at [email protected]. A wheelchair is available at Reception upon reservation.

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Due to the application of the Vigipirate security measures, suitcases and large luggage are not permitted inside La Galerie Dior.

Le Café Dior

The Café Dior, accessible only to visitors, is open from 11:30 am to 6:30 pm. Located inside La Galerie Dior, this space dedicated to the art of living and sharing offers a modern, playful, creative cuisine, inspired by the inventiveness of street food.

La Galerie Dior bookstore

The bookstore, located within La Galerie and accessible only to visitors, is open every day from 11 am to 6:30 pm, except Tuesday.

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Welcome to the Palais Galliera, Paris Fashion Museum!

For reasons of preventive conservation, the Palais Galliera does not present permanent collections. Since 2021, on the garden level, the museum has been offering visitors the chance to discover its works through a series of collection exhibitions, with successives exhibitions tracing the history of fashion from the 18th century to the present day.

The admission to the museum is not free.

>> Consult HERE the rules of visit, in application in the museums of the City of Paris. 

HOW TO GET TO THE MUSEUM

Palais Galliera, Paris Fashion museum 10, Avenue Pierre Ier de Serbie 75116 Paris Tel : 01 56 52 86 00

Access by :  •  Metro :  line 9 (get off at Iena or Alma-Marceau stop) •  Bus: lines 32, 63, 82 (get off at Iéna stop) / lines 42, 72, 80, 92 (get off at Alma-Marceau stop) •  Vélib': stations at theses adresses (4 rue de Longchamp, 1 rue Bassano, 2 avenue Marceau)

[>>  Click here to view the map  ]

ACCESSIBILTY

Parking :  Two parking spaces GIC-GIG, located near the entrance of the museum (located at 10, Pierre Ier- de- Serbie Avenue and at the corner of the Galliera Street) Visiting conditions :  > For people with reduced mobility  :  •  Two wheelchairs are available at the museum reception desk (Reservations can be made by calling 01 56 52 86 20 during the week). •  Seat canes are available on request (please ask the museum reception staff). •  A PMR lift (H 2 m X W 0.90 m X D 1.50 m) is at your disposal; it gives you access to the exhibition areas and toilets (located on level -1 and equipped with a PMR cabin). Do not hesitate to ask the museum's reception staff for assistance.

> For people with a hearing aid :  • A hearing aid device of the Magnetic Induction Loop (M.I.L.) type is available at the museum reception desk.  • A portatitve version ( M.I.L.  necklace) is adaptable to the audiophones used for the guided tours given by our lecturers (ask the lecturer before your visit). 

OPENING TIMES

The Palais Galliera welcomes you :  • Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm /  Last access to the exhibition Paolo Roversi at 5pm, the museum starts to close the exhibition rooms at 5.45pm.

  • Late openings on Thursdays until 9pm / Last access to the exhibition Paolo Roversi at 8pm, the museum starts to close the exhibition rooms at 8.45pm.

Closing day / public holidays :  • The museum is closed on Mondays, as well as on 1 May and 25 December. • Early closure can be applied on other public holidays.

RATES : ► Solo ticket: Full price 12€ / Reduced rate: 10€ / Free to people under 18 years

► Ticket including the temporary exhibition: (temporary exhibition + collections exhibition): 15€ / Reduced rate: 13€ / Free to people under 18 years

► Reservation recommended :  www.billetterie-parismusees.paris.fr

In order to benefit from the reduced rate or free of charge, you will be required to provide proof of less than 3 months (less than 6 months for jobseekers) and you will be asked to provide it. 

Reduced rate :  • Young people aged 18 to 26 inclusive • Students (excluding fashion, fine arts, art history or archaeology) • Holders of the "Paris Pass Family" and "Large Family" cards • Holders of the "Paris Senior Pass" card (formerly Navigo Emeraude Améthyste) • Technical teachers of the Protection Judiciaire de la Jeunesse • Active teachers • Members of the Sauvegarde de l'art Français, the Société de l'Histoire de l'Art Français, the Société française d'archéologie and the Société nationale des antiquaires de France

Free admission (without priority access) : • Persons under 18 years of age • Jobseekers and people on minimum social benefits • Animators from the City of Paris leisure centres • Professional visual artists • Commission du Vieux Paris • Students from INALCO and the Institut National du Patrimoine • Students in Fine Arts (architecture, design, styling, sculpture, painting), art history or archaeology (in France) • Residents of the City of Rome, twinned with Paris

Free admission (with priority access) : • Paris Musées" cardholders, except for the Archaeological Crypt and the Catacombs of Paris • Disabled civilians and military personnel and their companions • Lecturers and guides  • Scientific staff of museums • Members of the AICA - International Association of Art Critics • Members of the AIAP - International Association of Art Critics • French and foreign journalists, holders of a press card • Members of the Syndicat de la presse artistique • Employees of the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Ile-de-France / Seine et Marne Regional Tourist Committee • Staff of the Maison des Métallos • Members of a society of friends in the museum concerned • Staff of the City of Paris • Active or retired Parisian elected officials • Members of ICOM and ICOMOS • Uniformed military personnel during the week of 14 July (no admission, except to the Catacombs) • Military personnel on the "Sentinel" mission (ticket holder, except for the Catacombs) • Holders of a "laissez-passer" ticket 

TICKETING SERVICE :  Please, send your question or your complaint to: [email protected]

Application

The Palais Galliera has developed an application to guide its visitors through its collections and exhibitions.

The Palais application provides visitors with practical information to help them prepare for their visit, and offers four visit routes: - A "Collections" tour allows visitors to understand the history of fashion through twenty iconic pieces from the museum's collections; - An "Architecture" tour invites visitors to discover the museum, both from the inside and the outside; - A "History of the Museum" tour traces the history of the museum and the development of its collections through a chronology of key dates; - A "History of the exhibitions" tour explores the museum's archives through a selection of its most important exhibitions.

This application can be downloaded for free on  Android  and  iOS , in French and English. In addition to these 4 mediation offers, it will be supplemented from time to time by exhibition visits, offered at a cost of €2.99.

CLOACKROOMS

Lockers are available on the ground floor and level -1. 

• However, we recommend that you keep any valuables with you. • In application of the Vigipirate Plan and anti-Covid measures, any bag or luggage exceeding  40X30X20 cm  is forbidden.  • Our agents are not authorised to keep your personal belongings. 

BOOKSHOP & STORE

Located on the ground floor, the bookshop & store is delighted to welcome you during the museum's opening times. 

•  You will find all our publishing products - exhibition catalogues, newspapers, postcards, posters, etc. - in the shop, dedicated to adults and children.  •  Anti-Covid measures are also applied in the bookshop & store : - Wearing a mask is compulsory for everyone from 11 years old.  - Wash your hands before entering the shop. - Avoid touching the products if you don't buy them.  - Give preference to contactless payment.

In the heart of our garden, facing the Eiffel Tower, the restaurant Les Petites Mains will reopen its doors on April 21, initially for lunch only. Lunch and dinner are scheduled to open on 12 May and will continue until the end of October, weather permitting. New this summer, Les Petites Mains is decked out in its finest evening dress and is inaugurating a new experience in the heart of the Galliera gardens: dinners facing the Eiffel Tower.

Chef Geoffrey Lengagne, in charge of the kitchen this year, has created a parade of colourful and elegant dishes. He is accompanied by pastry chef François Daubinet and Sébastien Foulard, the mixologist and founder of Jefrey's Bar. The chef and his teams have unveiled a sensitive menu, with iodine and plant-based dishes, which is divided into three phases: summer lunch, sunny tea time and dinner under the stars. This new menu is an invitation to let the long summer days fly by in small or large groups, in the shadow of the iconic Palais Galliera.

Opening times:  ►From 21 April to 11 May: 12:00 - 20:30 ►From 12 May to 31 October: 12 noon - midnight

Access: Via the Square Galliera (entrance located on Avenue du Président Wilson) 

Reservation:   ►The opening of the restaurant being subject to the weather, in case of rain reservations can be cancelled 12 hours in advance. ►It is highly recommended to reserve your table. → To book, it's  HERE

COVID: HEALTH MEASURES / VISITOR'S CHARTER

BEFORE YOUR VISIT:

> Book your ticket:  www.billetterie-parismusees.paris.fr . Due to the high number of visitors, we strongly recommend that you reserve a time-stamped ticket online at the Paris Musées ticket office. Tickets may be purchased on site subject to availability, only in the event of low attendance. Only advance booking guarantees entry to the exhibitions, including for those benefiting from reductions and free admission (including Paris Musées card members).

> Health measures • It is recommended that all visitors over the age of 6 wear a category 1 surgical or fabric mask. Remember to take it with you, as the museums do not provide masks. • If you are ill or have any symptoms, please postpone your visit. • The Palais Galliera is equipped with a mobile application that can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store and Google Play platforms. • Access to the lockers is maintained. Any luggage exceeding 40x30x20cm is prohibited.

DURING YOUR VISIT : 

• When you arrive, please respect the physical distance of at least 1 metre between you, other visitors and staff. • At the cash desk, please use a contactless payment method. • To enter the temporary exhibitions, you must present your ticket booked online or on site, as well as your proof of reduced rate / free admission if applicable. • Wash your hands regularly, especially before entering the museum. Hydro-alcoholic gel is available at the entrance. • Once in the exhibition areas, please ensure that you respect the direction of the visit and the physical distance. • Signage dedicated to sanitary measures is displayed in the museum areas. Please make sure you follow the relevant instructions.

We wish you a pleasant visit

→ Find HERE the anti-Covid charter in force in the the City of Paris museums

SAFETY PLAN

To ensure your safety, the Palais Galliera applies the Vigipirate plan, set up by the French authorities following the attacks of 2015. This plan is in force in all the City of Paris museums, as well as in all places open to the public in France :  • Controls are being stepped up at the entrance to the museum. • We would be grateful if you would submit to it in the interest of all.  • Any bag or luggage exceeding 45x36x20 cm is forbidden. • The museum's security service may take any measures it deems necessary without prior notice.

Together, let's remain vigilant! 

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The Best of Art Paris 2024 Is Still Virtually On View

More than 130 galleries from around the world came together to celebrate the oft-overlooked arts & crafts movement..

This year’s Art Paris was held once again in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower in architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte’s temporary Grand Palais Éphémère, which has been the backdrop of major cultural events during the temporary closure for renovation of the go-to Grand Palais. It’s a banner year for the City of Lights, which is under the spotlight of the cultural scene, with major artistic events shaping up around both the coming Paris Olympic Games and the 150th Anniversary of Impressionism. In that spirit, Art Paris 2024 focused on opening the doors of an often “closed circle” to the wider public.

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With 136 galleries from 25 different countries, this April art fair showcased a selection of modern and contemporary art from established and rising artists repped by new galleries such as Richard Saltoun Gallery from London and Berlin’s Esther Schipper, which joined well-known habitués Poggi and Perrotin, among others. Visitors were not left to wander and wonder. In a bid to counter the perceived exclusivity of the art world, Art Paris mounted over 100 guided tours over the fair’s four days and, perhaps more importantly, invited those unable to make it to Paris to virtually walk through the fair .

While lacking the sensorial elements that made living the fair in person so remarkable, the virtual tour is a great way to get familiar with these artists or experience Art Paris from afar.

A fair of irresistible texture

With “Art & Craft” being one of the two themes of this year’s edition, most galleries selected artworks that celebrated a fusion of materials and played with layers ‘leaping’ out of the canvas. A feast of techniques from the craft world intertwined with more classical artistic styles including threads intricately sewn through canvas, glitter layered on oil, photographs printed on thinly shredded silk, wool boxed under glass panels and three-dimensional tapestries.

A selection by art critic and independent curator Nicolas Trembley was at the center stage of this thematic exploration presenting works that celebrated a movement that emerged in the United Kingdom at the end of the 19th Century and has been recently having its renaissance through international exhibitions and publications, such as the acclaimed “Unravel – The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art” exhibition at the Barbican in London and the book Women’s Work: From Feminine Art to Feminist Art by art historian Ferren Gipson .

Notably, several of the selected pieces were from artists who brought their experience with different craft techniques to the fine arts, including textile artist Sheila Hicks (Claude Bernard Gallery), painter and tapestry artist Barbara Levittoux-Świderska (Richard Saltoun Gallery), Japanese ceramic artist Shiro Tsujimura (Les sentiment des choses Gallery) and fashion designer Jeanne Viceral (Templon gallery), with her powerful garment sculptures.

Standing out, Tierras del Sur a multi-material three-dimensional tapestry by Catalan artist Josep Grau-Garriga (Claude Bernard Gallery) paid homage to his background in Catalan wall art while breaking away from tradition by mixing textures and materials including wool, jute, silk and cotton creating lumps in the wall as if hiding a mystery underneath. There was also Ge Ba , a series of “fabric paintings” presented by the Françoise Livinec Gallery and displayed as rows of framed patchworks made of fabric fragments held together with rice glue, which celebrate the unknown Chinese textile workers who created them in 1950.

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Visitors could be seen leaning in toward the front and side of artworks to get a closer view of 3D effects, with hesitant hands hovering longing to feel those textures. In some gallery booths, artists extended their art beyond the frames to the walls, such as Keita Mori ’s threads swirling across Putman Gallery’s booth. Hanging abstract copper swirls by Belgian artist Fred Eerdekens contained hidden messages that were only revealed as a subtle play of lights and shadows on the walls of the Opera Gallery booth. These installations transformed visitors’ experience making them active participants rather than passive observers.

Imagining ‘Fragile Utopias’

Less enthralling than the “Art & Craft”’ selections, “Fragile Utopias” paid homage to artists from the French scene who portray a utopian vision of possible ways to improve the world. Without imposing them as imperative ideals, these representations are doubtful possibilities, which, according to curator Éric de Chassey, are the only possible utopias in today’s world. De Chassey, director of the Institut National d’Histoire de l’Art (INHA), chose these based on his reaction to the works, selecting artists active all across France including several who have left their homelands to make France a new home, possibly finding in it some of their utopian ideals.

Renowned artists from the modernist period, such as Sonia Terk-Delaunay with her Rocks in Monteaux at Bérès Gallery and the soothing Women and Birds in a Park by cubist and dadaist painter Juliette Roche (Pauline Pavec Gallery) merge with the work of emerging contemporary artists. Iranian artist Elika Hedayat ’s oils on canvas (Aline Vidal Gallery) illustrate attempts to escape a dystopian controlling power by creating local utopias. Her paintings often include women with long black hair sprawling, a symbol of Iranian women’s fight for freedom. Yto Barrada ’s vivid photographic series Flea Market s (Polaris Gallery), depicts building waste and abandoned furniture from the streets of Tangier while Daniel Schlier ’s vision of Spring (Galerie East) questions how to create harmony between nature and industrial development through the use of the Alsatian technique of reverse glass painting (on plexiglass in this case).

Then there were the solo shows

The fair included eighteen solo shows among the gallery booths, with homages to historic artists such as Jean Hélion (Patrice Trigano Gallery) and contemporary discoveries such as Columbian artist Leyla Cárdenas (Dix9-Hélène Lacharmoise Gallery), whose photographs of urban buildings on shredded silk polyester catapulted the viewer inside the scene.

Franco-Algerian artist Katia Kameli (110 Galerie Véronique Rieffel) and French artist and photographer Sophie Zénon (Galerie XII) stole the “solo” show with their homages to the natural and animal world, which seemed to be one of the unplanned and unsung protagonists of the fair overall, with large landscapes, pressed flowers framed in an array of materials, a flower carpet, and upside-down orchid pots dotting the exhibitions. Kameli’s ethereal ink on silk backdrop Stream of Stories came together with her musical series of ceramic sculptures The Canticle of Birds creating a peaceful oasis in the bustle of the event. Zénon’s installation applied different techniques, including photography, printing on tulle, sculpting and collage, creating a sort of diary of a naturalist observing obsidional plants—those plants that have been migrated or grown, voluntarily or not, in the wave armies traveling during wars.

Art Paris’ unmissable galleries

Without a doubt, Art Paris was a fair to stir visitors’ senses and imagination, bringing attention to emerging artists and galleries from across the world. Some galleries that particularly stood out for their selections included Opera Gallery (Paris) and Clavé Fine Art (Paris) for their mesmerizing choice of international artists who played with forms, layers and dimensions, La Forest Divonne (Paris and Bruxelles) for the bold and colorful nature-themed canvases and Jeanne Bucher Jaeger (Paris and Lisbon) for pieces paying homage to cultures across the world. Helen Bailly (Paris) created an exquisite setting composed of an art-deco-inspired tree-shaped lamp and natural elements embracing canvas by renowned artists such as Picasso. 313 Art Project (Seoul and Paris) surprised with hilarious work by South Korean artist Woo Kukwon, as did Double V (Marseille and Paris) with its entire selection of artists, particularly French artist Elise Boundelle and Brazilian Manoela Medeiros .

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Louis Vuitton’s LV Dream: A New Experience in Paris

“Those people who say money can’t buy happiness obviously never owned a Louis Vuitton purse”. — Anonymous

We’ve lined up patiently outside the chic Louis Vuitton flagship store on Avenue des Champs Elysées. Acquiring that limited edition purse, handbag, trunk, Speedy, Neverfull tote, Miss Vivienne… makes the wait well worthwhile. We’ve stood gazing in wonder at the monumental Fondation Louis Vuitton, designed by Frank Gehry.

Now, for the first time in Paris, for one year only, Louis Vuitton presents “LV Dream Space.” This chic pop-up marks the welcome evolution of the Pont Neuf district, beautifully located on the banks of the River Seine, which began with the transformation of La Samaritaine department store (circa 1870) and the Cheval Blanc Hotel (also owned by parent company, the luxury conglomerate LVMH).

Open 7/7, LV Dream occupies a space located within the same building as Vuitton’s corporate offices, formerly home to the Conforama furniture store. (A Louis Vuitton branded luxury hotel is planned for the premises in the future — see BP’s recent “Letter from Paris.” ) LV Dream offers incredible interactive experiences throughout nine rooms, showcasing the collaboration and partnerships with artists, architects and avant garde designers such as Richard Prince, Jeff Koons, Takashi Murakami, Cindy Sherman and Yayoi Kusama. Look out for previously unseen portraits of Louis Vuitton by hip American figurative artist Alex Katz. Visits are free, but must be booked on the Vuitton website (see below).

Then, cherry on the gâteau , there’s the unique café and chocolate factory experience. Located on the first floor above the exhibition, these two spaces strut an industrial style embellished with tropical plants. Maxime Frédéric, the creative and talented young pastry chef at Cheval Blanc Paris, translates Louis Vuitton’s iconic motifs into entremets, éclairs and pastries, staged like works of art on a corrugated counter. Oh la la   !

In the chocolate factory, a curvilinear counter in natural oak is surrounded with stacked trunks, interspersed with niches to present the boxes of chocolate. Playing once again with the codes of the House, Maxime Frédéric has developed bars in the shape of, say, a Damier bag, Vivienne chocolate marshmallows, Monogram candies among other confectionery. These treats are beautifully packaged in saffron-colored boxes sealed with the signature blue ribbon.

And then there’s the irresistible gift shop, resolutely organic and curvaceous, intended to be a chill-out space where visitors can discover exclusive objects related to the exhibition, such as address holders, cards, shopping bags stamped with the LV DREAM logo. I covet every item in the collection of small leather goods, accessories, perfumes etc.

The Back Story:

Founder of the iconic, wishlist brand Louis Vuitton , the legendary French fashion designer and businessman (1821-1892) was originally a box-maker and packer. Vuitton left home in the Jura region, eastern France, at the age of 13, walking the 292 miles to reach Paris, taking odd jobs en route to earn a crust. He reached the capital two years later where he was taken on as apprentice in the workshop of box-maker Monsieur Romain Marechal. Within a few years LV’s dedication and hard work gained him the reputation amongst Paris’s elite and fashionable class as a first-class designer. His fortunes and reputation rose when he was appointed “trunk-maker to Empress Eugénie de Montijo,” wife of Napoleon III. This position opened opportunities to a new class of a rich royal clientele and he opened his first boutique in 1854. The rest, as they say, is history.

Welcome to the wonderful world of Louis Vuitton. Attention: it will be habit forming.

From December 12th, 2022.

2, rue du Pont Neuf, 1st (formerly La Belle Jardinière department store) Open: Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Admission free Reserve for the exhibition here: https://eu.louisvuitton.com/eng-e1/magazine/articles/lv-dream

Note: No reservations are needed for “Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton” and the gift shop.

Lead photo credit : Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

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When Noora Raj Brown moved—“kicking and screaming a little bit”—from New York to Los Angeles with her husband, entrepreneur Ryan Brown, she packed a mental picture of what their new home should look like. As one of Gwyneth Paltrow ’s right hands at Goop, where she is EVP of brand, Raj Brown has a knack for dreaming up mood-board-worthy scenes with defined sensibilities. At the time, she says her personal reverie centered on a midcentury-modern glass box, preferably perched in a wooded canyon, recalling a favorite Craig Ellwood house in Brentwood. “It’s funny, I had this vision in my head of what life in LA would be like,” Raj Brown confides. “And we kind of ended up in the exact opposite.”

Following a stint in a Spanish-style bungalow in West Hollywood—“a very cliché New Yorker move,” she laughs—the couple, now with an infant daughter to consider, let practicality enter the picture: somewhere walkable, close to the beach (Ryan is a surfer), and with enough space for their growing family and overnight guests. When they were shown a roomy Pacific Palisades pile, with a short stroll to the village, ocean, and architectural features that reminded Raj Brown of townhouses in Manhattan’s West Village—including rare woodburning fireplaces—she “instantly knew [it] was something special.” To help realize her dream, she turned to LA-based interior designer Adam Hunter , known for refined, bespoke interiors that embrace California’s ample sunshine and sense of high drama. (Hunter, whose roster of Hollywood clients includes Neil Patrick Harris and Christina Hendricks, spent a decade performing on Broadway.)

“They were so warm and happy and young and cool,” the designer says from his first meeting with the homeowners. “And we identify as New Yorkers, even though we live in LA now—there was that instant connection.” Their bond was further cemented by Hunter’s comfort with a bold palette. “He has such a command [of] color, and I’m very much in the ‘death to beige’ category,” Raj Brown says.

Before appointing the interiors, the team initiated a critical two-and-a-half-year structural overhaul, led by AD100 architecture and design firm Charlap Hyman & Herrero . The Palisades property, constructed in the 1980s, was suffering from what Raj Brown calls “a true identity crisis—sort of French on the outside, tragic Americana in the backyard, Spanish at times.” Initially comprising seven small bedrooms, the overarching objective was to combine a number of the cramped spaces, creating the expansive and serene kitchen, for example, and adding curving edges to the otherwise boxy floor plan. “I wanted the house to feel really soft and have a warmth to it,” she adds of the architectural brief, which included the addition of circular tray ceilings, arched doorways, and curved millwork and marble.

With that primed canvas in place, Hunter and Raj Brown introduced a transportive aesthetic that the designer endearingly calls “Paris grandma.” In the abode, that translates into a parade of plush, nobby textiles from the likes of Pierre Frey and Nobilis, moody wall colors and custom murals, and bold stone and graphic-tile surfaces. Alongside custom pieces designed by Hunter, various items Raj Brown handpicked at the Paris Flea were expertly laced into the plan: a Carlo Scarpa chandelier for the dining room, a pair of 1950s Stilnovo sconces in the entry, an L-shaped club room sofa. Add to that a mix of design cues that she curated from a recent stay at the Saint James Paris , the enchanting hôtel particulier in the 16th arrondissement known for its eclectic, eye-catching interiors designed by Laura Gonzalez.

Ultimately, everyone agrees that Hunter successfully distilled Raj Brown’s voluminous inspiration, including a 12-page mood board, by tapping into the spirit of what she had in mind, amplifying certain elements while quieting others. “It’s a blend of all the things we cherish—old-world accents, unexpected tableau, references stolen from West Village town houses and Haussmann Paris,” Raj Brown observes of the collaboration. “He was able to take the references and direction, make it so much better, and tie it together in a beautiful way.”

For his part, Hunter—ever conscious of the clients’ young daughter, consuming professional lives, and love of entertaining—kept reminding himself of a simple, solitary notion. “We wanted it to have a certain storybook feel,” he recalls. “There was a magic to the house that we captured—and the word storybook is important there.”

The dining room of Noora Raj Brown’s Pacific Palisades home, which she shares with her entrepreneur husband, Ryan Brown, and their two-year-old daughter, Lily, was designed with LA-based decorator Adam Hunter to transport guests. “The best dinner parties that I’ve been to are those when you forget that you have obligations the next day and you forget that you’re not on vacation,” says Raj Brown, Goop ’s EVP of brand. “So I wanted a room that would give people that kind of escapism.” The custom mural, by decorative artist Caroline Lizarraga , one of Hunter’s friends, was inspired by Raj Brown’s recent visit to the “Monet - Mitchell” exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton, where she was struck by a heady mix of blues and purples. Abacus chairs by Scott Robert Design , another friend of the designer, surround a Collection Particulière dining table below a Carlo Scarpa chandelier. The window drapes wear an ombré alpaca linen from Rosemary Hallgarten . “The room sort of envelopes you when you’re in it,” Hunter notes.

“The kitchen was just to be a very lovely, open, transitional [space],” Hunter says. “Sometimes I’ll have a little more drama, but this was more about being elegant, simple, and spacious.” As a result, the family spends much of their day in the expansive room, which was reconfigured by architecture and design firm Charlap Hyman & Herrero and features one of the home’s two woodburning fireplaces. The arches in the Allied Maker pendant over the curved island echo lines carried through the Monologue London counter stools. “I love the idea of having the fire roaring and everyone sitting around the kitchen and making it feel very casual,” Raj Brown adds.

The kitchen’s corner breakfast nook can comfortably seat 12 people, and it often does, Raj Brown says of the popular space, which, with its Coraggio café curtains, was meant to evoke a bistro vibe. The handmade French ceramic ceiling light from 1stDibs illuminates a custom banquette, covered in Optima Leathers , and table, both from WH Upholstery.

Having a monochromatic lacquered room was part of the initial brief, and the family room, where the couple likes to entertain guests or watch movies with their daughter, provided a prime vessel. “We wanted to do something that was a little unexpected,” notes Hunter, who designed the rug for The Rug Company . A B&B Italia sectional wraps around a coffee table from The Invisible Collection . The vintage bar cart, a Paris find, and side tables from Monologue London round out the space, while Coraggio drapes add a light accent against the Phillip Jeffries –lacquered walls. “I wanted the coziness that I think you lose sometimes when you have those big, open, airy spaces,” Raj Brown says of the room, where one of her favorite artworks, John Baldessari’s Big Catch, hangs opposite the mantel.

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Goop executive Noora Raj Brown and Ryan Brown, cofounder of Up & Up , with their two-year-old daughter, Lily, in the club room of their Pacific Palisades home, which was designed alongside LA-based decorator Adam Hunter. The couple selected the home in part for its proximity to nearby shopping and beaches, says Raj Brown, who also writes the “ Objects of Desire ” Substack.

“I think [formal] living rooms are going away, so I’ve always called this the club room, which has a different feel, a different energy to it,” observes Hunter of the space, which abuts the kitchen and playroom and was intended to have a collected feel. The sectional, a find from the Paris Flea, wears a Nobilis tweed that he says was inspired by a Chanel suit. Overhead, a modernist Murano chandelier from 1stDibs illuminates a side chair from Chairish wearing a House of Hackney cut velvet, a coffee table from The Future Perfect , and a rug from Marc Phillips .

“I wanted it to feel like a little malachite jewel box, as if you were just stepping into a piece of jewelry,” Raj Brown says of the formal powder room, which makes quite a dramatic statement, especially after dark. Hunter realized the space with a Thomas Lavin sconce from John Pomp beside a Ethnik Living mirror on a wall covering from Holly Hunt .

Raj Brown, who figures a friend or family member has been staying in her guest suite about 90% of the time since they moved into the house, wanted it to feel “a little funky, [but] also a little meditative.” To achieve that balance, she and Hunter covered the walls in a moody Holland & Sherry Theodora paper, selected a dramatic arched canopy bed from Crate & Barrel , and flanked it with nightstands from Made Goods topped by Rejuvenation table lamps. Additional lighting is provided by a whimsical Ladies & Gentleman Studio ceiling fixture. “I wanted someone to feel like they could hole up in here and write or create or just watch television,” she says. “This was our answer to a little mini bed-and-breakfast hotel room.”

In addition to adding curving lines in the newly expanded space, the club room’s bar conceals a trove of glassware within. The 19th-century plaster lamp on the counter was purchased at the Paris Flea.

The primary bedroom’s pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus swivel chairs, found on 1stDibs and covered in a Kneedler Fauchère velvet, were among the first items selected for the space, so they helped set the overall tone. “Everything else we kept sort of simple,” insists Hunter, who designed the custom bed, which wears an Osborne & Little bouclé and is flanked by Foundry sconces. The coffee table, meanwhile, is from Galerie Glustin , while drapes made from Coraggio frame a peek of the nearby ocean.

In a corner of the primary bedroom, a Pierre Cardin sideboard from 1stDibs stands below a painting by an Lisa Dengler between Array sconces from Allied Maker . Raj Brown says this visual moment is emblematic of the emotion she was hoping to achieve throughout the rest of the home. “I’m instantly excited if I see a gorgeous wallpaper or a beautiful chandelier,” she says, “and I wanted to evoke that feeling of excitement when you walk into a space.”

“I think Adam did such an incredible job with pairing these colors, and I think this bathroom is so fun,” says Raj Brown of the space, which is illuminated by capsule sconces from Apparatus . The framed composition-notebook print by Roy Lichtenstein was a gift to Ryan from Raj Brown, who found it at the International Antiquarian Book Fair in New York City.

The chinoiserie wallpaper in the daughter’s nursery is from a Goop x Fromental collaboration. “At Goop, there is a femininity to everything we do, and that sensibility has weaved its way into my design aesthetic,” shares Raj Brown, pointing to the wall covering as an example. “I wanted it to feel incredibly whimsical when she goes to bed—she’ll count the butterflies, which is so sweet.” An Italian chandelier from 1stDibs illuminates the tall space that also features the clients’ existing rocking chair, covered by WH Upholstery, and a CB2 rug. “It doesn’t feel too stereotypical for a little girl,” adds Hunter of the space.

“Honestly, this is probably the room where we spend most of our time,” Raj Brown shares of her daughter’s playroom, which was designed to “bring her joy and enhance her creativity.” Alongside a Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams sofa, which the couple brought from their former West Village apartment , the room, whose walls are covered in a blush Phillip Jeffries jute, features a playful cloud light from Nemo Lighting and a side table from Milia Shop . The embroidered Schumacher drapes add to the storybook quality.

In the poolhouse, a Mah Jong sofa designed by Hans Hopfer from Roche Bobois is covered in a mix of Pierre Frey and Mokum textiles. The look was inspired by Raj Brown’s recent visit to the Saint James Paris hotel designed by Laura Gonzalez and featuring an eclectic mix of patterns. The marble coffee table, also from Roche Bobois, is by Thomas Bonzom. “It’s so playful and kind of dramatic, but still very inviting,” notes the homeowner.

Hunter and Raj Brown started with the marble for the poolhouse bathroom, whose scheme was inspired by “our version of Palm Springs—desert, clean, open,” says the designer, who selected a deep terra-cotta color for the walls. The Ladies & Gentleman Studio sconces are from the couple’s former West Hollywood home. “I know someday I’m going to use these and they’ll be perfect,” the Goop executive remembers thinking when they moved.

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