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Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)

ArtOpen until 8pmFrom €8Saint-Paul (Line 1)

La Maison Européenne de la Photographie és la principal institució de París dedicada a la fotografia contemporània, ubicada a l'elegant Hôtel Hénault de Cantobre (1706), al Marais. Inaugurada l'any 1996, organitza tres o quatre cicles d'exposicions anuals, a partir d'una col·lecció d'unes 20.000 obres i de grans mostres internacionals. L'edifici acull també una biblioteca de 24.000 volums, un auditori, un cafè i una sala de projecció de vídeo.

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Getting there

5/7 rue de Fourcy, 75004 Paris, France

Nearest station: Saint-Paul (Line 1), Pont Marie (Line 7), Hôtel de Ville (Lines 1, 11)

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Hours

MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed11:00–20:00
Thu11:00–22:00
FriToday11:00–20:00
Sat10:00–20:00
Sun10:00–20:00

Admission

From €8

Reduced €4.50; free Wednesday evenings (5–8pm)

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Visitor Information

How much does Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) cost?
Standard adult admission to Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) is €8. Reduced €4.50; free Wednesday evenings (5–8pm). Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?
Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) is open Wed & Fri 11:00–20:00, Thu 11:00–22:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–20:00; closed Mon, Tue and between exhibitions. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?
Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) is located at 5/7 rue de Fourcy, 75004 Paris, France, in the Le Marais area of Paris. The nearest stations are Saint-Paul (Line 1), Pont Marie (Line 7), Hôtel de Ville (Lines 1, 11).
What can I see at Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?
El museu de referència de París en fotografia contemporània, instal·lat en una restaurada mansió del segle XVIII al Marais. Current highlights include Photography from A to Z (La photographie en toutes lettres), Camille Vivier, Nanténé Traoré — pays des merveilles.
Do I need to book Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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