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Exterior of the Hôtel de la Marine on place de la Concorde, Paris

Hôtel de la Marine

ArchitectureHistoryOpens 10:30amFrom €17Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12)

Designed by Ange-Jacques Gabriel and built between 1757 and 1774, the building first housed the royal Garde-Meuble and later the French Navy. After the Navy left in 2015 it was restored and reopened in 2021 under the Centre des monuments nationaux. Visitors tour the restored 18th-century apartments, the state rooms and the loggia over place de la Concorde. The Al Thani Collection hosts temporary exhibitions in its galleries.

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2 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, France

Nearest station: Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12) and Madeleine (lines 8, 12, 14)

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Hours

MonToday10:30–19:00
Tue10:30–19:00
Wed10:30–19:00
Thu10:30–19:00
Fri10:30–21:30
Sat10:30–19:00
Sun10:30–19:00

Admission

From €17

Free for under 18s, EU residents aged 18-25 and on the first Sunday of the month from November to March. Al Thani Collection exhibition 13 EUR, express tour between exhibitions 9 EUR.

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How much does Hôtel de la Marine cost?
Standard adult admission to Hôtel de la Marine is €17. Free for under 18s, EU residents aged 18-25 and on the first Sunday of the month from November to March. Al Thani Collection exhibition 13 EUR, express tour between exhibitions 9 EUR.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Hôtel de la Marine?
Hôtel de la Marine is open Daily 10:30 to 19:00, Fridays until 21:30. Last entry 45 minutes before closing. Closed 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Hôtel de la Marine?
Hôtel de la Marine is located at 2 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, France, in the Concorde area of Paris. The nearest stations are Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12) and Madeleine (lines 8, 12, 14).
What can I see at Hôtel de la Marine?
Restored 18th-century royal palace on place de la Concorde, with its historic apartments and the Al Thani Collection. Current highlights include Animalia, bestiaire de la Collection Al Thani.
Do I need to book Hôtel de la Marine 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 Hôtel de la Marine?
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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