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Overview Table
| Name | Top+ | Top | Appeal | Theme | € | Arr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Catacombs | ☑️ | ✦✦✦✦✧ | Catacombs | €31 | 14 | |
| Invalides (3 Museums) | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Military | €17 | 7 | ||
| Conciergerie | ✦✦✦✧✧ | French Revolution | €13 | 1 |
These places are listed by appeal.
Paris Catacombs
In Our Top ☑️
Appeal ✦✦✦✦✧
Theme Catacombs
Price €31
Arrondissement 14th
Full Name
Catacombes de Paris
This vast network of tunnels and ossuaries hold the remains of over six million people. Established in the late 18th century, the Catacombs were created to address public health issues caused by overcrowded cemeteries in Paris. The bones were transferred from various cemeteries, to these underground galleries, which were originally limestone quarries.
Today, the Catacombs serve as a historical site and a popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the city’s past.
The site features intricate arrangements of bones and skulls, along with inscriptions and artworks that reflect the somber history of the location.
Invalides (3 Museums)
These 3 museums are located within the Hôtel des Invalides.
➡️ See our Landmarks page for more info about this entire historic military complex.
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme Military
Price €17
Arrondissement 7th
Les Invalides is home to 3 museums, each exploring a different aspect of French history. Together, they cover military history, historic maps and models, and the story of the French Resistance and Liberation.
⚙️ Hours & Prices (Official Website)
Musée de l’Armée
This France’s national military museum traces the history of warfare from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Its extensive collections include weapons, armour, uniforms, paintings, and objects linked to major figures and conflicts.
The museums is divided into 7 areas:
– Les Invalides : entre Histoire et Mémoires
– Armes et Armures Anciennes
– Louis XIV à Napoléon
– Les 2 Guerres Mondiales
– Cabinets Insolites
– Historial Charles de Gaulle
– Temporary Exhibitions
Musée des Plans Reliefs
An exceptional collection of detailed scale models presents fortified towns and strategic sites. Originally created for military planning, these historic models offer a fascinating view of France’s cities, landscapes, and defensive architecture.
Musée de l’Ordre de la Libération
Dedicated to those who fought for the liberation of France during the Second World War, the collection brings together personal objects, documents, uniforms, and military memorabilia connected to the French Resistance and Free France.
Conciergerie
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme French Revolution
Price €13
Arrondissement 1st
Full Name
La Conciergerie
A former royal palace and prison, this historical monument is most famous for housing prisoners during the French Revolution, including Marie Antoinette. The building offers insight into France’s medieval and revolutionary history.
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Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Theme | € | Arr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fromage | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Cheese | €20 | 4 |
| l'Homme | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Mankind | €15 | 16 |
| Cité de l'Architecture | ✦✦✦✧✧ | French Architecture | €13 | 16 |
| Marine | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Maritime | €15 | 16 |
These places are listed by arrondissement.
Fromage
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme Cheese
Price €20
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Musée Vivant du Fromage
This small musuem is dedicated to celebrating the rich heritage of French cheesemaking. It offers an immersive experience that combines education and tasting.
Visitors can explore the diverse world of French cheeses through interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and tastings that highlight the unique terroirs and traditions of cheese production in France.
l'Homme
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme Mankind
Price €15
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Musée de l’Homme
This museum focuses on the study of humanity from various perspectives, including biological and cultural anthropology. It showcases the evolution of humans, their cultures, and their environments.
Cité de l'Architecture
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme French Architecture
Price €13
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine
This museum is dedicated to architecture and monumental sculpture. It serves as a key institution for understanding French architectural heritage, urban planning, and landscape design.
It houses an extensive collection of plaster reproductions of significant French monuments.
Marine
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme Maritime
Price €15
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Musée National de la Marine
This museum showcases France’s rich naval history. It features models and artifacts that illustrate maritime issues from the past, present, and future.
It offers a perspective on naval history through its diverse collections, including ship models, paintings, and historical documents.
EXTRAS
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Theme | € | Arr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BnF - Richelieu | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Books & Manuscripts | 0 / €10 | 2 |
| Jean-sans-Peur | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Medieval | €7 | 2 |
| Rex Studios | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Cinema Backstage | €12 | 2 |
| Judaïsme | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Judaism | €13 | 3 |
| Archives Nationales | ✦✧✧✧✧ | State Archives | 0 | 3 |
| Victor Hugo | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Victor Hugo | 0* | 4 |
| Pavillon de l'Arsenal | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Paris Urbanism | X | 4 |
| Shoah | ✦✦✧✧✧ | WWII | 0 | 4 |
| Crypte | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Local Archeology | €11 | 4 |
| Déportation | ✦✧✧✧✧ | WWII | 0 | 4 |
| Magie | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Magic | €17 | 4 |
| Police | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Parisian Police | 0 | 5 |
| Monnaie de Paris | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Coins & Metal | €12 6 | |
| Légion d'Honneur | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Order of Merit | 0 | 7 |
| Égouts de Paris | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Paris Sewer | €9 | 7 |
| Fragonard | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Perfume | 0 | 9 |
| Phono | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Recorded Sound | €15 | 9 |
| Franc-Maçonnerie | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Freemasonry | €8 | 0 |
| Choco-Story | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Chocolate | €18 | 10 |
| Immigration | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Immigration | €12 | 12 |
| Méliès | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Cinema Effects | €10 | 12 |
| Libération de Paris | ✦✦✧✧✧ | WWII | 0 | 14 |
| La Poste | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Postal Service | €11 | 15 |
| Balzac | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Balzac (Writer) | 0* | 16 |
| Clémenceau | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Clémenceau (Statesman) | €6 | 16 |
| Vin | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Wine | €15 | 16 |
| Contrefaçon | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Counterfeit | €6 | 16 |
These places are listed by arrondissement.
BnF - Richelieu
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Arrondissement 2nd
Full Name
Bibliothèque Nationale de France – Site Richelieu
This impressive cultural landmark houses over ten million volumes, making it one of the world’s largest libraries.
Outside of its function as a library, its appeal lies in its museum of historical items and its large oval room.
Oval Room
Price Free
Museum
Theme Books & Manuscripts
Price €10
Jean-sans-Peur
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Medieval
Price €7
Arrondissement 2nd
Full Name
Tour Jean sans Peur
A rare remnant of medieval Paris, this fortified tower highlights the city’s medieval history through exhibitions. Its spiral staircase and decorative vaulting reflect 15th-century craftsmanship. It serves as an intriguing window into the past.
Rex Studios
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Cinema Backstage
Price €12
Arrondissement 2nd
Full Name
Le Grand Rex
An interactive backstage visit reveals the inner workings of the legendary Grand Rex cinema. Visitors can explore its history, projection techniques, and sound effects. This immersive experience provides a glimpse into Paris’s cinematic heritage.
Judaïsme
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Judaism
Price €13
Arrondissement 3rd
Full Names
Musée d’Art et d’Histoire du Judaïsme
mahJ
It’s the largest museum in France dedicated to Jewish art and history. It showcases a rich collection that spans the history of Jewish communities in France, Europe, and the Maghreb, highlighting their artistic contributions and cultural heritage.
It features artifacts, artworks, and historical documents that narrate the Jewish experience from medieval times to the present.
Archives Nationales
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme State Archives
Price Free
Arrondissement 3rd
Full Names
Musée des Archives Nationales
Hôtel de Soubise
Hôtel de Rohan
This museum houses an extensive collection of documents that chronicle the history of France, including significant governmental records and historical manuscripts. It features both permanent and temporary exhibitions, showcasing important documents that provide insight into the evolution of French society.
Victor Hugo
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Victor Hugo (Writer)
Price Free for the permanent collection
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Maison de Victor Hugo
This museum dedicated to the renowned French writer Victor Hugo served as his residence for 16 years, from 1832 to 1848, during which he wrote some of his most famous works, including “Les Misérables.”
The museum showcases a collection of his personal belongings, manuscripts, and artwork, providing insights into his life and literary contributions.
Visitors can explore the various rooms that reflect Hugo’s life, including his study and the salon where he entertained guests.
Pavillon de l'Arsenal
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Paris Urbanism
The museum is closed for renovation.
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Pavillon de l’Arsenal
This prominent center for architecture is established in a historic 19th-century cast-iron building.
The permanent collection showcases the evolution of Parisian urbanism and architecture.
Shoah
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme WWII
Price Free
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Mémorial de la Shoah
This memorial serves as a place of remembrance and education about the Holocaust, focusing on the history of the Jewish community in France during World War II. The memorial features a documentation center, exhibitions, and a memorial wall inscribed with the names of deported Jews.
It aims to honor the memory of the victims and educate visitors about the atrocities of the Holocaust, fostering a deeper understanding of this tragic period in history.
Crypte
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Local Archeology
Price €11
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Crypte Archéologique de l’île de la Cité
This crypt is located beneath the forecourt of Notre-Dame Cathedral. It showcases the urban and architectural evolution of the Île de la Cité, which has been the historical heart of Paris for over 2,000 years.
The crypt was established following excavations conducted during the 1960’s and the 1970’s, revealing a wealth of artifacts and structures from various periods, including Roman, medieval, and modern times.
Déportation
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme WWII
Price Free
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation
This memorial is dedicated to the memory of people who were deported from France to concentration camps during World War II.
Visitors can access the memorial through a narrow passageway that leads to a central chamber, where inscriptions and symbolic elements honor the memory of the deported.
Magie
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Magic
Price €17
Arrondissement 4th
Full Name
Musée de la Magie
This museum is dedicated to the art of magic showcasing a rich collection that spans centuries. Visitors can explore various exhibits related to magic shows, optical illusions, and mechanical figures.
The museum also features magic shows, enhancing the immersive experience for guests.
Police
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Parisian Police
Price Free
Arrondissement 5th
Full Name
Musée de la Préfecture de Police
This museum is dedicated to the history of the Parisian police force. It showcases significant events, including notable arrests, conspiracies, and the evolution of policing in Paris from past centuries to the present.
It features various exhibits, including a room dedicated to the anthropometric system which was used for criminal identification.
Monnaie de Paris
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Coins & Metal
Price €12
Arrondissement 6th
Full Names
Monnaie de Paris
Musée du 11 Conti
This museum is dedicated to the art and craft of coin minting. It is housed within the historic Paris Mint, an institution dating back to the 9th century. As one of the oldest establishments in France, it boasts a rich history of producing coins for both France and various other countries.
The museum showcases a variety of exhibitions that highlight the techniques, metalwork, and treasures associated with coin production. Visitors can explore the galleries that feature both historical artifacts and contemporary art, reflecting the evolution of numismatics.
Légion d'Honneur
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Order of Merit
Price Free
Arrondissement 7th
Full Name
Musée de la Légion d’honneur et des Ordres de Chevalerie
Located in a palace, this museum is dedicated to the history of French orders of merit and chivalry. It showcases a vast collection of medals, decorations, and artifacts reflecting the evolution of honors awarded in France.
The museum not only highlights the prestigious Legion of Honour, France’s highest order of merit, but also includes various other military and civilian awards.
Égouts de Paris
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Paris Sewer
Price €9
Arrondissement 7th
Full Name
Musée des Égouts de Paris
This museum is a unique attraction located in the historic sewer system of Paris. It offers visitors an insight into the city’s underground infrastructure, showcasing the evolution of the sewer system since its inception in the 19th century.
The museum features a permanent exhibition that highlights the engineering feats involved in the construction of the sewers, as well as their role in maintaining public health and sanitation.
Visitors can explore various sections of the sewer, learning about the history and technology behind this essential urban system.
Fragonard
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Perfume
Price Free
Arrondissement 9th
Full Name
Musée du Parfum Fragonard
This museum is dedicated to the art and history of perfume. Established by the Fragonard perfume house, it showcases the evolution of fragrance from antiquity to modern times. Visitors can explore a rich collection of perfume-related artifacts, including vintage bottles and tools used in perfume making.
Additionally, it hosts olfactory workshops where guests can engage in scent-related activities, enhancing their understanding of the perfume industry.
Phono
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Recorded Sound
Price Free
Arrondissement 9th
Full Name
Phono Museum
This museum is dedicated to the history of sound recording, showcasing phonograph machines that span 140 years of technological evolution.
It offers an auditory experience, allowing guests to listen to recordings from different eras, enhancing their understanding of the impact of sound technology on culture and society.
Franc-Maçonnerie
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Freemasonry
Price Free
Arrondissement 9th
Full Name
Musée de la Franc-Maçonnerie
This museum is dedicated to the history and culture of Freemasonry in France. It showcases a rich collection of Masonic documents, artifacts, and symbols that trace the development of the Freemasons’ Order in France.
Visitors can explore exhibits that highlight Masonic rituals, ranks, and the significance of various symbols within the organization.
The museum aims to promote a deeper understanding of Masonic life and its historical impact.
Choco-Story
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Chocolate
Price €18
Arrondissement 10th
Full Names
Choco-Story Paris
Musée du Chocolat
This museum is dedicated to the history and culture of chocolate, spanning over 4,000 years. Visitors can explore the origins of cocoa, its transformation into chocolate, and its significance in various cultures.
The museum features also interactive exhibits, allowing guests to taste chocolate and participate in workshops where they can create their own chocolate treats.
Immigration
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Immigration
Price €12
Arrondissement 12th
Full Name
Musée National de l’Histoire de l’Immigration
This museum is dedicated to the history of immigrants in France. Housed in the Palais de la Porte Dorée building, it features a permanent exhibition that spans over 200 years of immigration history, showcasing the diverse backgrounds of immigrants.
Méliès
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Cinema Effects
Price €10
Arrondissement 10th
Full Names
Musée Méliès
Cinémathèque Française
This museum located within the Cinémathèque Française, celebrates the life and work of Georges Méliès, a pioneering figure in cinema known for his innovative special effects and storytelling.
It features an extensive collection of artifacts, including machines, costumes, posters, and rare photographs, alongside Méliès’ films, showcasing his contributions to the art of cinema.
Libération de Paris
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme WWII
Price Free
Arrondissement 14th
Full Names
Musée de la Libération de Paris
Musée du Général Leclerc
Musée Jean Moulin
This museum is dedicated to the history of the Liberation of Paris during World War II. Its mission is to educate visitors about the events surrounding the liberation of Paris, particularly focusing on the contributions of General Philippe Leclerc and the French Resistance.
It features a variety of exhibits, including documents, photographs, and multimedia presentations that provide a comprehensive overview of this pivotal moment in French history.
La Poste
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme Postal Service
Price €11
Arrondissement 15th
Full Names
Musée de La Poste
Musée Postal
This museum is dedicated to the history of the French postal service, La Poste. It showcases a vast collection of postal artifacts, including stamps, mailboxes, uniforms, and historical documents.
Balzac
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Balzac (Writer)
Price Free for the permanent collection
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Maison de Balzac
This place was once the residence of the renowned French novelist Honoré de Balzac from 1840 until his death in 1850.
It’s dedicated to Balzac’s life and works, showcasing a collection of his personal memorabilia, original editions of his writings, and various artifacts that provide insight into his literary contributions and the era in which he lived.
Clémenceau
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Clémenceau (Statesman)
Price €6
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Musée Clemenceau
This museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of Georges Clemenceau (1841–1929), a prominent French statesman and writer known for his leadership during World War I.
It preserves Clemenceau’s former apartment and garden, where he lived from 1895 until his death.
Vin
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Wine
Price €15
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Musée du Vin
This museum features a collection of artifacts, including wine-making tools and historical documents, in 15th-century cellars.
It also offers tastings and has a restaurant.
Contrefaçon
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Theme Counterfeit
Price €6
Arrondissement 16th
Full Name
Musée de la Contrefaçon
This museum was established by a French anti-counterfeiting association, it aims to educate the public about the issues surrounding counterfeiting. It features exhibits showcasing both authentic items and their counterfeit counterparts, including luxury goods, everyday products, and forged art.
