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Paris Museums and Galleries

Paris has been a major center of innovation and genius for centuries, and this heritage is reflected in the city's incomparable museums and galleries. The Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay are among the most famous, but countless other smaller, more intimate museums and galleries await art lovers. Here you'll find the information you need on Paris' best museums and galleries, both big and small.
Carnavalet Museum Profile and Visitor's Guide
A visitor's guide to the Carnavalet Museum in Paris, France, whose permanent collection is open to the public free of charge and traces the history of Paris from the Gallo-Roman era through the present day.
The Louvre Museum in Paris
A profile and visitors' guide to the Louvre Museum (Musée du Louvre) in Paris, including opening hours, collection overviews, and tips for visitors to the Louvre Museum.
Musee d'Orsay Highlights and Visitor Information
A visitor's guide to the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, including general information on location and opening hours and museum highlights.
Musee d'Orsay Tips for Visitors
Visitor Tips for the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, including when to go, tickets, advice on viewing the permanent collection, and information on temporary exhibits and special events.
Centre Georges Pompidou Profile and Visitor Information
A guide to the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris, including information on the National Museum of Modern Art and the center's cinema, public library, and rooftop restaurant, Georges.
National Museum of Modern Art Profile and Visitor Information
A profile and visitor's guide for the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris, France, which is situated on the 4th and 5th floors of the Centre Georges Pompidou.
Grand Palais Profile and Visitors' Guide
A succinct visitors' guide to the Grand Palais in Paris, France, one of the city's most prestigious museums and an architectural treasure from the turn of the 20th century.
Free Paris Museums
Paris prides itself not only on its rich artistic legacy, but also on the principle that art and culture should be accessible to everyone. Not surprising, then, that the city counts over fifteen museums whose permanent collections can be enjoyed entirely free of charge.

Please note that the Musée des Arts et Métiers and the Cluny Museum currently offer free entry on a trial basis, thr…

The Paris Museum Pass
If you're planning to visit more than two museums during your next trip to Paris, purchasing the Paris Museum Pass can be a real boon. The Paris Museum Pass allows unlimited access to over 60 museums and monuments for two, three, or six days.
How to Survive the Louvre Museum
About France for Visitors guide Kelby Carr gives some very useful tips on how to navigate and get the most out of the enormous-- and thrilling-- Louvre Museum.
Louvre Museum Official Website
The Louvre Museum's official English-language website provides thorough information for visitors, including detailed descriptions of collections and exhibits.
Paris Tourist Office Museum Page
A comprehensive and easy-to-navigate page from the Paris Tourist Office gives information on Paris' many museums and galleries.
Paris Museums Guide
A colorful and helpful site with thorough information on Paris' dozens of wonderful museums. From classics like The Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay to hidden jems like the Musée Marmatton and the Musée Carnavelet, you'll find it here.
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