Paris is undoubtedly filled with history, which means there are tons of museums each with their own niche. Follow this list for tips and tidbits on each museum.
1 rue de la Légion d'Honneur (Quai Anatole France), Paris, Île-de-France
Art Museum · Saint Thomas d'Aquin · 829 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: This famous art museum features works from Van Gogh to Renoir to Monet, but the true beauty isn’t limited to just the art, the building itself is stunning.
Place Georges Pompidou (Rue Beaubourg), Paris, Île-de-France
Art Museum · Hôtel-de-Ville · 608 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: In a very unique building, this modern art museum has some of the world’s best works, but visitors often miss the panoramic view from the balconies.
5 rue de Thorigny (Hôtel Salé), Paris, Île-de-France
Art Museum · Temple · 101 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: The grandeur interior of this 17th century building is a work of art in itself, and then of course there’s the 3000+ works from Picasso.
23 rue de Sévigné (Rue des Francs-Bourgeois), Paris, Île-de-France
History Museum · Temple · 55 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: Perfect for history buffs, Musée Carnavalet takes visitors back several centuries for a fascinating experience. See everything from Mari Antoinette’s hair to Napolean’s ceremonial armor.
New York Habitat: This museum usually has way shorter lines than the Louvre, and presents almost forty exhibitions every year! If you go on a Friday or Saturday the museum is even open until 10 pm!
79 rue de Varenne (Boulevard des Invalides), Paris, Île-de-France
Art Museum · Invalides · 202 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: Beautiful museum where you can see the first cast of Rodin’s famous sculpture The Thinker! Bring some food to enjoy a lovely picnic in the garden.
New York Habitat: Great homage to French architecture. Don’t miss the reproduction of the Chartres Cathedral’s stained-glass window: it’s stunning. This museum also has an amazing panoramic view of Paris!
Jardin des Tuileries (Place de la Concorde), Paris, Île-de-France
Art Museum · Tuileries · 219 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: Usually a lot less crowded than other major museums in Paris! First check out Monet’s gorgeous Water Lilies, and then proceed downstairs to soak up some Picasso, Renoir and Cezanne.