Location: 7th Arr. - Palais-Bourbon
Top Things to do in 7th Arr. - Palais-Bourbon
Things to do in Paris, Ile-de-France: The Best Art Museums
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. Musee d'Orsay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65,765 reviews
This beautiful museum, once a railroad station, now houses a staggering collection of Impressionist art, as well as other items created between 1848 and 1914. In 2011, the museum is running a renovation of the top floor (impressionist gallery). Only ground and medium floor are accessible. The top floor will re-open on the 20th of October. Meanwhile, some impressionist masterpieces are not visible.
Reviewed By 576elizabethc576 - Montpelier Station, United States
Excellent museum, incredible use of old train station space, loads and loads of lovely and important French art, easy to walk, large open spaces, good cafes, perfect light. We walked right in in June, no waiting, arrived at opening. Highly recommend.
2. Musee du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,977 reviews
Located close to the Eiffel Tower, the musée du quai Branly exhibits 3 500 works of art from Africa, the Americas, Asia and Oceania. This important collection makes the musée du quai Branly an unmissable place for discovering the art culture of the non-European world. The museum’s original and imposing architecture designed by Jean Nouvel and its wild garden created by the landscaper Gilles Clément combine to make it a pleasant and unique place. The museum is the fourth largest museum in Paris.
Reviewed By NoRoadsLeadToRome - Bothell, United States
Just a block away from the Eiffel Tower, you’ll find the beautiful garden and dreamlike interiors of Musée du Quai Branly. This museum of ethnic art from around the world is a wonderful addition to the other great museums of Paris. Because it’s relatively new, it is also not crowded. You can therefore enjoy the strange, organic flowing spaces and amazing collection in a peaceful, uncrowned environment. The gardens are free and would be a great place to let your kids explore if they aren’t already exhausted from having climbed to the nearby Eiffel Tower. There’s also a comfortable café where are you can rest your feet and quench your thirst. Highly recommended!
3. Espace Fondation EDF
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 31 reviews
A cultural space open to all : since 1990, the Espace Fondation EDF, situated right in the centre of Paris, has been holding free exhibitions that reflect the changes in our society and explore tomorrow's issues. A centre for culture, dialogue and exchange, it is also a space for innovation, and collaborative and participative work.
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5. Fluctuart
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 70 reviews
Fluctuart is the first floating urban art centre located in the heart of Paris, at the foot of the Pont des Invalides. This barge of more than 1000 m2 on three levels welcomes the greatest street art and graffiti artists such as Banksy, C215, CLET, Keith Haring, Invader, JR, Miss Tic, Rammallzee, Shepard Fairey, Swoon, Vhils. Discover its temporary exhibitions and permanent collection as well as its bookstore specialized in urban cultures. Completely free and accessible from noon to midnight, you can have lunch, have a drink as well as follow its free guided tours with passionate mediators from the ICART (the school of culture management and the art market). Fluctuart is also a festive place with many afterworks and DJ sets on one of the most beautiful rooftop in Paris with a breathtaking view of the Seine, the Grand Palais and the Eiffel Tower.
Reviewed By yegadvisor83 - St. Albert, Canada
I read about Fluctuart in an online forum I follow. I was so excited to check it out! First you get to experience Paris at night. Walking along the water, seeing the lights of the city and watching the street artists work is an interesting part of Paris. I ended up checking it out a little later then expected, but I was able to spend about an hour there. It was such a unique way to listen to music, have some unique drinks and look at sime incredible art. May favorite to see was the Banksy piece! As I was there at 11 I was not able to see the Banksy that was n the gift shop. However, having some drinks, watching the art being projected and then turning around and seeing the boats go by was so peaceful. This gallery allows you the ability to be surrounded by beautiful things - whether its the city, the city lights, the sunset or the art work - it is a unique experience! Something that more cities should have.
6. Fondation Calouste Gulbenkian - Delegation en France
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 10 reviews
Delegation in France of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation. Contemporary art and photography exhibitions, conferences, talks, performances and lusophone library in the heart of Paris. The mission of the Delegation in France is to contribute to the debate on contemporary French and European social, cultural, and philantropic issues, as well as to promote the Portuguese language.
