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Palais de Tokyo

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Housed in the west wing of a monumental 1937 Art Deco building facing the Seine, the Palais de Tokyo is France's foremost site for contemporary creation and one of the largest such spaces in Europe. It holds no permanent collection, instead devoting its vast, deliberately unfinished concrete halls to a rotating program of ambitious temporary exhibitions, installations and performances. A 2012 redesign by Pritzker-winning architects Lacaton and Vassal opened up cavernous lower levels, and the venue is known for staying open well into the night.

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13 Avenue du President Wilson, 75116 Paris, France

Nearest station: Iena (Metro Line 9), Alma - Marceau (Metro Line 9), Trocadero (Metro Lines 6, 9)

Admission

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Reduced 9 EUR; free for under 18s

Visitor Information

How much does Palais de Tokyo cost?
Standard adult admission to Palais de Tokyo is €13. Reduced 9 EUR; free for under 18s. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Palais de Tokyo?
Palais de Tokyo is open Open daily except Tuesday, 12:00-22:00 (often later for special events). Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Palais de Tokyo?
Palais de Tokyo is located at 13 Avenue du President Wilson, 75116 Paris, France, in the 16th arrondissement (Chaillot / Trocadero) area of Paris. The nearest stations are Iena (Metro Line 9), Alma - Marceau (Metro Line 9), Trocadero (Metro Lines 6, 9).
What can I see at Palais de Tokyo?
Europe's largest contemporary-art center: a raw Art Deco palace by the Seine staging boundary-pushing exhibitions late into the night. Current highlights include Cathy de Monchaux: Studio, Wounds and Battles, Desire Is the Reiteration of Hope, Jesse Darling: The Ambassadors, Benoit Pieron: Shadow Polish.
Do I need to book Palais de Tokyo 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 Palais de Tokyo?
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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