Centre Pompidou was due to close its doors for a years-long renovation when I went. Thought not…read morecompletely shut down (Wolfgang Tillmans was showing his photographs), the lack of exhibits make this arts center a shell of its former self; even the long escalator, a prominent feature, wasn't in operation. Also, there was no access to the rooftop viewing platform. The building is very cool with its "inside out" design as giant pipes decorate the exterior. I remember Centre Pompidou as full of life, I hope when it returns to be able to experience its full art programming once again. Two stars because it's depressing to see the building half done & half alive.

The best museum in Paris for the views and vibes! Even on a winter weekend at sunset, it wasn't…read moreovercrowded--a refreshing change from the city's more packed museums. The main collection is on the 5th floor, with special exhibits on the 6th, and the panoramic views from the balcony are stunning--you can see both the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur. Entry is affordable at €15 per person, and the museum has several shops, dining options, and restrooms inside. It's also easily accessible by public transportation, with plenty of great spots to eat and drink nearby. A must-visit for art lovers and architecture enthusiasts alike!

This will blow you out of the water! Every other art show on tour housing comparison to wonder…read morecollection that is at the Atelier des Lumieres. There was a double feature when I went of Picasso and Rousseau. I was in awe the entire time. The Picasso show was about 40 mins and the Rousseau was 20 minutes. I felt immersed in the art of the Rousseau collection, but I saw the story in the life of Picasso during his collection. This is a must when in Paris

I can't remember how I found out about this "exhibit"…read more When I originally saw the ad it was about Klimt being the main show. That would have been so cool. It ended the week before my arrival. But it was still a great show. Purchase your ticket online and pick a date and time. Originally thought the exhibit was in an old warehouse, but it's the main floor of a residential building. Two stories of open space. The images are projected on the floor and all the walls choreographed to music. The first was Van Gogh's Starry Night with other of his works mixed. Japanese Images of a Floating World was next installation. The works have movement and floats through the vast space. There are no seats. Be careful walking around, as people just sit in the middle of the floor to watch. You can hang out and watch it a second time. Highly recommend seeing this.

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How much you enjoy the Picasso Museum is no doubt related to your overall feelings about Picasso's…read moreart. Detest Picasso's art and you'll likely have no reason to come here. But if you love his art, are unfamiliar with it, or waver in your opinion this, the definitive Picasso experience I'd say, is a great experience. The museum is in Le Marais and has a quiet presence, especially compared to many other Paris museums. Their rooftop cafe is a good way to end your visit here but even better is an underused (empty on my visit) outdoor space full of grass, flowers, and chairs from which to enjoy it. Unless you know of this space you'll likely overlook it but if you do know of it? What a great place to sit quietly and enjoy the peace. The museum itself takes you through Picasso's extensive oeuvre but also features rather extensive exhibits by at least one other artist (Henry Taylor on this visit) and may also feature works by artists with whom Picasso traded or purchased artwork from (e.g. Matisse). Quiet, thorough, with a charming cafe and a peaceful garden, I'd not return to the Picasso Museum anytime soon as I'm uncertain how frequently their exhibit changes, but if you've never been and think you might enjoy it, I'd say that you're probably right.

Ok place to kill a little time between cafes and shipping in Les Marais…read more Some nice pieces were on exhibit. The building itself is nice to look at, though only the grand staircase remains unchanged.

I've been to some spectacular museums in France but there is truly something magical about Musee…read moredes Arts Forains. My Mom and I were supposed to go for my birthday on our last visit and had a long lunch that caused us to skip our tickets that day. I'm thankful I had no idea then what I was missing. Bestie and I returned and needed to book the French tour since English tours are limited. This has got to be one of the most special experiences. I've been a lover of carousels for as long as I can remember and this musee might as well be called La rêve because every moment of it truly felt like one. I love moments filled with synchronicities, something makes life fill in alignment when this occurs over and over and our little spring break trip and visit here held so many special moments to me. Wrapping the most incredible tour pedaling a bike on the velocipede carousel manufactured in 1897 absolutely took the cake! All of my life's favorites things were in the most beautiful collision here. I can't wait to visit again! Perfect date spot, complete with dancing.

Unbelievably cool museum. I checked back to their website multiple times to get a reservation and…read moreit was worth the trouble. My teen daughter said the last ride was the best ride she has ever been on. I won't say more: just go.

Also had a chance to visit the library here. All in French the collection is a handy tool used to…read moreteach dozens of students daily. Nice tables and chairs also make it a good place to read and find out more - open afternoons.

Extremely interesting. On the first floor there's a little…read moreexhibit on the history of the Palais de la Porte Dorée itself, which first hosted a colonial exhibition in 1931 and a series of colonially-minded collections before becoming the museum it is today. You can then find a section made of personal items donated by individuals to the museums: family photographs, objects of devotion, musical instruments, old postcards. I found it a very interesting insight on the 'plural voices of migration', as the museum puts it, and liked the fact that this section is varied chronologically and geographically. The centerpiece is the exhibit on migrations which develop thematically rather than chronologically/geographically. Some topics I remember: sport as a means of integration, music as a means of integration (with a nice jukebox of French songs written by / about migrants), lodging issues connected to immigration, food and immigration. It's a small museum and I personally spent about 2hrs inside. Tip: if you visit on Sundays (but apparently also on Thursdays) you can enjoy the local market (Marché de la Porte Dorée) and have a snack there. Just across the museum is the nice Bois de Vincennes. While I visited, the Palazzo Café just outside the museum (not the museum coffee shop, which is inside the Palais) offered snacks and drinks on a very nice patio. The only reason why I did not give a 5 stars rating: only some of the explanations are translated (into English, some are translated also into German and/or Spanish), therefore visitors who do not read French might only partially enjoy the exhibits.

Quality/Quantity - Our Uber driver last night raved about this place, this island?!?…read moreUmmmmm, why? A small park, yes on the water, but not much more. Yes, family friendly. But really just a local park. Ambiance - See above. Service - Self service. Price - Free. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success.

Beautifully curated gardens just outside the museums. Great place to enjoy a coffee, read a book,…read moreor walk with a friend. There was an outdoor yoga class going on when we visited. Lovely place!

The oldest Paris history museum having opened in 1880…read more The former mansion is located in the Marais, an easy walk from the hotel I was staying in. I wanted to check it out for both the preserved architecture and the immense number of city artifacts spanning 450 years. The permanent collection is free to the public. Short term exhibits are ticketed. At your own leisure you can stroll room after room. Some are furnished with their original decorations, , others have been recreated with furnishings of a certain period. Rooms from historic residences in Paris from the 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries are in the museum. It made a nice introduction to the history of the city as I wandered Paris for the next 5 days. It was a bit confusing in some areas to follow the arrows through rooms that had so many nooks to explore. Allow easily 2-3 hours to start your exploration.

While Paris has no shortage of world-class museums, one of my favorites is Musée Carnavalet…read more Located in Le Marais, the museum provides a fun break from shopping - plus, it's free admission. Each floor is packed with historical artifacts (furniture, paintings, store signage, etc.) from Paris's history, beginning in pre-historic times and going through the 20th century. Walking through each of the exhibits from the ground floor to the top floor provides a chronological view of Paris's evolution through the centuries. The museum itself is housed in an impressive former mansion with a peaceful courtyard where you can rest and enjoy a cafe drink when the weather is nice. I'd highly recommend checking out Musée Carnavalet for a visual history lesson of Paris.

This is actually one of B's favorite museum other than the Louvre. It is crazy here. I would call…read morethis place a dumping ground for bones. Not just dino bones. There are whales and other animals. It is interesting what you get to see. The animals' remains/skeletons are fascinating here. I feel like at the beginning of time, It was a very well laid out museum but they got more and more items for display that they have no place to put it. They end up putting a lot of things in the center of the museum leaving only two narrow isle for walking. The middle section is blocked off and can be seen only far away. This museum has two floors. The second floor is just as interesting as the first. The second floor is less of a dumping ground. Even the things they have in the cabinet or behind the glass are fascinating. There is so much things to see inside this museum that you do need minimum 2 hours. I feel like there is so much to see that I don't know what am I suppose to look at first. The most interesting item on display here is the whale skeleton. It is so big that there is no way you will miss it.

The Yelp pages on this group of museums is conflated and confusing. The Jardin des Plantes is the…read morelarge park expanse, which is free to wander through, and there are several separate admission museums of natural history. This review is for the Grande Galerie d'Evolution. It would be expensive and take more than a day to properly see all of the museums of natural history--so they ought to have their own Yelp entries. The building has four stories of taxidermy animals (this doesn't correspond to reviews that include photos of skeletons--a separate building that is not air conditioned). The taxidermy is in itself a historical collection of old specimens back when killing and stuffing animals was the only way to show animals from far-off lands to European people. It is creepy yet fascinating, and kids will be terrified and mesmerized. Honestly, it is better than the zoo found in the Jardin des Plantes since the living situation of those animals is lacking in modern updates for humanely keeping captive animals. Here, the animals have all been long dead, and in some cases extinct or nearly so. The building is gorgeous. The sky light goes from dawn to evening to full-on thunder and lightning to rainbow. It has saved us on a rainy day, and it has saved us on a day with 90+ degree heat. Plan about 2+ hours and don't leave without seeing the simulated rainstorm.

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