Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge

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Nicolas Flamel, alchimiste de papier

The real Nicolas Flamel: not the immortal alchemist of legend but a 15th-century Parisian scribe, donor and property investor, traced through his tombstone and archives held at Cluny.

Now showing13 Oct – 24 Jan 2027€14

Permanent Collections

Votive Crowns of the Treasure of Guarrazar

Visigothic gold crowns and crosses from a 7th-century treasure found near Toledo, set with sapphires, emeralds and pearls: royal offerings and a high point of early medieval goldwork.

Permanent collection€14

The Lady and the Unicorn (La Dame à la licorne)

The museum's masterpiece: six late-15th-century wool-and-silk tapestries, five allegorising the senses and a sixth, "À mon seul désir", whose meaning is still debated.

Permanent collection€14

The Pillar of the Boatmen (Pilier des Nautes)

Lutetia's oldest monument: a 1st-century carved pillar dedicated to Jupiter by Paris's boatmen under Tiberius, blending Roman and Gaulish gods, displayed in the frigidarium.

Permanent collection€14

The Gallo-Roman Baths and Frigidarium (Thermes de Cluny)

The best-preserved Roman baths in northern France: the soaring 1st-century frigidarium, with vaults rising over 14 metres, anchors the museum's antique collections.

Permanent collection€14

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Visitor Information

How much does Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge cost?

Standard adult admission to Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge is €14. Reduced €12 (incl. late-opening Thursdays). Free for under-18s and EU residents aged 18–25; free for all on the first Sunday of each month. Booking advised but not required.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge?

Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge is open Tue–Sun 9:30–18:15 (ticket office closes 17:30); late opening to 21:00 on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month. Closed Mondays, 1 Jan, 1 May and 25 Dec; closes at 17:00 on 24 and 31 Dec. The medieval-inspired garden is closed for safety reasons until further notice.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge?

Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge is located at 28 rue du Sommerard, 75005 Paris, France, in the Quartier latin area of Paris. The nearest stations are Cluny–La Sorbonne (Métro 10), Saint-Michel (Métro 4, RER B & C) and Odéon (Métro 4, 10).

What can I see at Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge?

Paris's national museum of the Middle Ages, home to the Lady and the Unicorn tapestries, set in a Gothic mansion built over Roman baths. Current highlights include Votive Crowns of the Treasure of Guarrazar, The Lady and the Unicorn (La Dame à la licorne) and The Pillar of the Boatmen (Pilier des Nautes).

Do I need to book Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge 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 Musée de Cluny - musée national du Moyen Âge?

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.