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The Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain in its arcaded Second Empire building on place du Palais-Royal, Paris, at night

Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain

DesignArtClosed todayFrom €15Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre (Métro 1, 7)

Founded by the jeweller Cartier in 1984, this is one of France's foremost private contemporary art institutions, with a collection of over 1,500 works by more than 350 artists. In October 2025 it left Jean Nouvel's celebrated glass pavilion on Boulevard Raspail for a vast new home opposite the Louvre, again designed by Nouvel inside the listed former Grands Magasins du Louvre. Its program champions established and emerging artists across art, architecture, photography, design and science, with three glazed skylights and mobile galleries lighting some 8,400 m2 of space.

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Le Temps des récoltes, key visual for Ibrahim Mahama at the Fondation Cartier

The Harvest Season - Ibrahim Mahama

Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama's first major French show, with nine associate artists, reactivating African independence-era utopias through monumental installations made from salvaged materials.

Now showing22 Oct – 28 Feb 2027€15

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Getting there

2 place du Palais-Royal, 75001 Paris, France

Nearest station: Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre (Métro 1, 7), Louvre-Rivoli (Métro 1) and Pyramides (Métro 7, 14)

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Hours

MonTodayClosed
Tue11:00–22:00
Wed11:00–20:00
Thu11:00–20:00
Fri11:00–20:00
Sat11:00–20:00
Sun11:00–20:00

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Reduced 10€; free for under-18s and other eligible visitors

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Visitor Information

How much does Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain cost?
Standard adult admission to Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain is €15. Reduced 10€; free for under-18s and other eligible visitors. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain?
Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain is open Tuesday 11:00-22:00; Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-20:00; closed Monday. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain?
Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain is located at 2 place du Palais-Royal, 75001 Paris, France, in the Palais-Royal area of Paris. The nearest stations are Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre (Métro 1, 7), Louvre-Rivoli (Métro 1) and Pyramides (Métro 7, 14).
What can I see at Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain?
Cartier's contemporary art foundation in a Jean Nouvel-reimagined landmark facing the Louvre. Current highlights include The Harvest Season - Ibrahim Mahama.
Do I need to book Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain 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 Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain?
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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