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The living green wall and glass facade of the Musee du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac in Paris

Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac

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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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Plan Your Visit

Getting there

37 Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, France

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

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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.

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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 7e arrondissement area of Paris. The nearest stations are RER C - Pont de l'Alma, Metro Alma-Marceau (line 9) and 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 Miriam Makeba. Diva panafricaine, Aïnous. Une voix du Japon and Le sentiment du monde. Carte blanche au Centre Pompidou.
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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