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Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)

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The Maison Européenne de la Photographie is Paris's foremost institution devoted to contemporary photography, housed in the elegant Hôtel Hénault de Cantobre (1706) in the Marais. Opened in 1996, it stages three or four exhibition cycles a year, drawing on a collection of some 20,000 works alongside major international shows. The building also holds a 24,000-volume library, an auditorium, a café and a video viewing room.

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5/7 rue de Fourcy, 75004 Paris, France

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

Admission

€8

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

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)?
Paris's leading museum of contemporary photography, set in a restored 18th-century Marais mansion. Current highlights include Winnie Mo Rielly, Photography from A to Z (La photographie en toutes lettres), Camille Vivier.
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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