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Musée des Arts et Métiers

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Founded in 1794, the Musée des Arts et Métiers is one of the world's oldest museums of science and industry, holding the collection of the Conservatoire national des arts et métiers. Around 2,500 instruments, machines and models are displayed across seven themed sections, from scientific instruments to transport, energy and communication. Highlights include Foucault's pendulum, Lavoisier's laboratory, Pascal's calculating machine and Clément Ader's aircraft, which hangs in the former priory church of Saint-Martin-des-Champs.

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Address

60 rue Réaumur, 75003 Paris, France

Nearest station: Arts et Métiers (lines 3, 11), Réaumur – Sébastopol (lines 3, 4)

Admission

€12

Reduced €9; free on the first Sunday of each month and Friday evenings 6-9pm

Visitor Information

How much does Musée des Arts et Métiers cost?
Standard adult admission to Musée des Arts et Métiers is €12. Reduced €9; free on the first Sunday of each month and Friday evenings 6-9pm. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Musée des Arts et Métiers?
Musée des Arts et Métiers is open Tue–Sun 10am–6pm (Thursdays until 9:30pm); closed Mondays, 1 May and 25 December. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Musée des Arts et Métiers?
Musée des Arts et Métiers is located at 60 rue Réaumur, 75003 Paris, France, in the 3rd arrondissement (Marais) area of Paris. The nearest stations are Arts et Métiers (lines 3, 11), Réaumur – Sébastopol (lines 3, 4).
What can I see at Musée des Arts et Métiers?
One of the world's oldest science museums, where Foucault's pendulum swings and Blériot's aeroplane hangs in a medieval priory. Current highlights include Lady Liberté. De la sueur, de l'audace, du génie, Le pendule de Foucault, Transports : objets phares.
Do I need to book Musée des Arts et Métiers 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 des Arts et Métiers?
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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