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Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac

ArtHistoryClosed todayFrom €14RER C - Pont de l'Alma

Opened in 2006 and designed by Jean Nouvel, the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac is devoted to the indigenous arts and cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. Its collection holds more than a million objects, with around 3,500 shown at a time along a sinuous, dimly lit gallery on the riverbank near the Eiffel Tower. The building is wrapped in a garden and a living green wall by botanist Patrick Blanc, making the museum a landmark of contemporary architecture in its own right.

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Getting there

37 Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, France

Nearest station: RER C - Pont de l'Alma, Metro Alma-Marceau (line 9), Metro Iena (line 9)

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Hours

MonTodayClosed
Tue10:30–19:00
Wed10:30–19:00
Thu10:30–22:00
Fri10:30–19:00
Sat10:30–19:00
Sun10:30–19:00

Admission

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Combined ticket includes permanent collections and temporary exhibitions; reduced 11 EUR. Free on the first Sunday of each month and for under-26 EEA residents.

Visitor Information

How much does Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac cost?
Standard adult admission to Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac is €14. Combined ticket includes permanent collections and temporary exhibitions; reduced 11 EUR. Free on the first Sunday of each month and for under-26 EEA residents.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac?
Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac is open Tue-Sun 10:30-19:00, Thursday until 22:00; closed Mondays, 1 May and 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac?
Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac is located at 37 Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, France, in the 7th arrondissement (near the Eiffel Tower) area of Paris. The nearest stations are RER C - Pont de l'Alma, Metro Alma-Marceau (line 9), Metro Iena (line 9).
What can I see at Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac?
Jean Nouvel's garden-wrapped museum on the Seine devoted to the indigenous arts of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. Current highlights include 1913-1923: the Spirit of the Times, Le plateau des Collections (Permanent Collection), Echoes of the Tides.
Do I need to book Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac 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 du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac?
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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