Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

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Patrimoines en résistance, de Tombouctou à Odessa

How armed conflicts destroy heritage, from Timbuktu to Odessa and Gaza, in three parts: erasure, resistance and repair. Maps, videos, art and Iconem replicas.

Now showing20 May – 3 Jan 2027€13

Atelier Architecture Perraudin, Grand Prix national de l'architecture 2024

Eight projects in France, Romania and Senegal by the 2024 Grand Prix winner, shown through photographs, sketches and drawings of its sustainable, local-material approach.

Now showing16 Oct – 3 Jan 2027€13

Kennedy Yanko, Ce qui nous rassemble

New sculptures in reclaimed metal and acrylic paint by Kennedy Yanko, set in the Galerie des moulages in dialogue with the plaster casts. Curated by Matthieu Poirier.

Now showing16 Oct – 3 Jan 2027€13

Ma Kelu, Le souffle et le vide

First French exhibition of Ma Kelu: gestural abstract paintings shown in the Galerie des peintures murales beside medieval frescoes.

Now showing16 Oct – 3 Jan 2027€13

François Morellet, traits d'esprit

Around 40 works for the centenary of Morellet's birth, three of them monumental, showing how his geometric abstraction plays with buildings and public space.

Now showing16 Oct – 3 Jan 2027€13

Permanent Collections

Musée, parcours permanent

Permanent galleries of casts, medieval wall paintings and stained glass, and modern and contemporary architecture.

Permanent collection€13

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Visitor Information

How much does Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine cost?

Standard adult admission to Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine is €13. Reduced rate 10 EUR (temporary exhibitions). Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine?

Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine is open Daily 11:00 to 19:00, closed Tuesdays; Thursday late opening until 21:00. Closed 1 January, 1 May, 14 July and 25 December; closes 17:00 on 24 and 31 December. Exceptionally closed Wednesday 11 November 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine?

Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine is located at 1 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75116 Paris, France, in the Chaillot area of Paris. The nearest stations are Trocadéro (lines 6, 9) and Iéna (line 9).

What can I see at Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine?

Architecture museum in the Palais de Chaillot with full-scale casts of French monuments, medieval murals and temporary shows. Current highlights include Atelier Architecture Perraudin, Grand Prix national de l'architecture 2024, Patrimoines en résistance, de Tombouctou à Odessa and Kennedy Yanko, Ce qui nous rassemble.

Do I need to book Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine 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 Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine?

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.