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11 Art Exhibition Venues in Paris

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Name Appeal Theme Arr.
59 Rivoli ✦✦✧✧✧ Alernative Art 0 1
Jeu de Paume ✦✦✧✧✧ Photography €14 1
en Herbe ✦✦✧✧✧ Art for Kids €8 1
Cartier-Bresson ✦✦✧✧✧ Photography €10 3
MEP ✦✦✧✧✧ Photography €13 4
Lafayette ✦✧✧✧✧ Contemp. Art 0 4
Luxembourg ✦✦✧✧✧ Modern & Contemp. Art €14 6
Custodia ✦✦✧✧✧ Drawings & Prints €12 7
Fluctuart ✦✧✧✧✧ Urban Art 0 7
Grand Palais ✦✦✧✧✧ Modern & Contemp. Art €~ 8
Atelier des Lumières ✦✦✦✧✧ Light Show €19.50 11
Cartier ✦✦✧✧✧ Contemp. Art €15 14
Giacometti ✦✧✧✧✧ Modern Sculpture €9 14
Palais de Tokyo ✦✦✧✧✧ Contemp. Art €13 16
Palais Galliera ✦✦✧✧✧ Fashion €14 16

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59 Rivoli

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Alternative Art
Price  Free

Arrondissement  1st

Full Name
59 Rivoli

An art center located in a former squat on the Rue de Rivoli, it is home to a diverse group of artists who create and display their work in an open, communal environment. The center is a vibrant hub for alternative art and culture.

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Jeu de Paume

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Photography
Price  €14

Arrondissement  1st

Full Name
Jeu de Paume

This contemporary art museum originally served as a tennis hall and later as a photography museum. Today, it focuses on photography and visual arts, hosting temporary exhibitions by international artists.

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⚠️ Don’t confuse this place with its homonyms:
– The famous hall during the French Revolution, located near the Palace of Versailles.
– The racket sport.

en Herbe

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Art for Kids
Price  €8

Arrondissement  1st

Full Name
Musée en Herbe

A small museum dedicated to introducing children to the world of art, it offers interactive exhibits and art workshops designed for young audiences. It aims to make art accessible and engaging for kids.

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Cartier-Bresson

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Photography
Price  €10

Arrondissement  3rd

Full Names
Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson
Fondation HCB

This foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the renowned French photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson. It serves as a major photographic institution, showcasing his extensive body of work and promoting photography as an art form.

The foundation also organizes exhibitions, educational programs, and publications to foster appreciation for photography and its history.

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MEP

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Photography
Price  €13

Arrondissement  4th

Full Name
Maison Européenne de la Photographie
MEP

This center for contemporary photographic occupies a former private mansion and serves as a key exhibition space dedicated to photography. It hosts various monographic exhibitions and retrospectives each year, showcasing both established and emerging photographers.

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Lafayette

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme  Contemporary Art
Price  Free

Arrondissement  4th

Full Name
Lafayette Anticipations

This contemporary art foundation, established by the Galeries Lafayette department store chain, is dedicated to supporting and showcasing local and international creators.

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Luxembourg

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Modern & Contemporary Art
Price  €14

Arrondissement  6th

Full Name
Musée du Luxembourg

This museum hosts two major exhibitions annually, highlighting diverse artistic themes and styles with a particular focus on 20th-century painting, photography, and women artists.

It’s housed in the historic Luxembourg Palace, which adds to its cultural significance.

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Custodia

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme  Drawings & Prints
Price  €12

Arrondissement  7th

Full Name
Fondation Custodia

This place, is located in the Hôtel Turgot, an 18th-century mansion

It’s dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of European Old Master artworks, particularly focusing on Dutch and Flemish paintings, drawings, and prints. The collection includes notable pieces from the Golden Age, showcasing the artistic heritage of Europe.

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Fluctuart

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme  Urban Art
Price  Free

Arrondissement  7th

Full Name
Fluctuart

This floating urban art center features a variety of exhibitions, workshops, and events aimed at promoting urban art and culture.

Additionally, It includes a café and a rooftop terrace, providing visitors with a space to relax while enjoying views of the Seine River and the Paris skyline.

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Grand Palais

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Modern & Contemporary Art
Price  Depending of the exhibition

Arrondissement  8th

Full Name
Grand Palais

This place is a historic exhibition hall and museum complex, renowned for its stunning architecture, particularly its large glass dome. Built for the 1900 Exposition Universelle, it was dedicated to showcasing French art and culture.

It has served various purposes over the years, hosting art exhibitions, cultural events, and even sporting activities,

Visitors can explore its vast interior, which features a 240-meter-long nave, and enjoy a variety of exhibitions and events throughout the year.

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Atelier des Lumières

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme  Light Show
Price  €19.50

Arrondissement  11th

Full Name
Atelier des Lumières

This digital art is housed in a former steel foundry and features monumental displays that utilize advanced digital technology to project the works of renowned artists or specific themes onto large surfaces, creating an engaging and interactive experience for visitors.

It employs also a sophisticated sound system to enhance the immersive experience.

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Cartier

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Contemporary Art
Price  €15

Arrondissement  14th

Full Name
Fondation Cartier pour l’Art Contemporain

This foundation aims to promote contemporary artistic creation across various disciplines. It features a diverse range of exhibitions, showcasing both established and emerging artists from France and around the world.

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Giacometti

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme  Modern Sculpture
Price  €9

Arrondissement  14th

Full Names
Institut Giacometti
Fondation Alberto et Annette Giacometti

This place is dedicated to the renowned Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966), who spent much of his life in the city.

It features exhibitions that highlight his sculptures, paintings, and drawings, displayed in a reconstructed studio.

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Palais de Tokyo

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Contemporary Art
Price  €13

Arrondissement  16th

Full Name
Palais de Tokyo

This art center is dedicated to modern and contemporary art, showcasing a diverse range of exhibitions that highlight both established and emerging artists.

It’s known for its avant-garde approach, often featuring daring and innovative works that challenge traditional artistic boundaries.

The art center is located in the building that shares its name, the Palais de Tokyo.

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Palais Galliera

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Fashion
Price  €14

Arrondissement  16th

Full Names
Palais Galliera
Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

This museum is dedicated to the history of fashion and haute couture, showcasing a vast collection of items, including clothing, accessories, and photographs. Its exhibitions highlight various aspects of fashion history, from the 18th century to contemporary styles.

It’s housed in a 19th-century palace.

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