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Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris

ArtHistoryArchaeologyOpen until 6pmFreeSaint-Paul (Métro line 1)

Instalado no Hôtel Carnavalet e no contíguo Hôtel Le Peletier de Saint Fargeau, este é o mais antigo dos museus da Cidade de Paris, aberto desde 1880 e renascido após uma renovação entre 2016 e 2021. O seu acervo de cerca de 625.000 objetos abrange desde canoas monóxilas pré-históricas e moedas gaulesas até relíquias da Revolução Francesa, fachadas de lojas Art Nouveau e o quarto reconstituído de Marcel Proust. Quarenta salas e galerias de época narram a história de Paris através dos elegantes palacetes do Marais dos séculos XVI e XVII. A entrada na coleção permanente é gratuita.

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Getting there

23 rue de Sévigné, 75003 Paris, France

Nearest station: Saint-Paul (Métro line 1), Chemin Vert (Métro line 8), Pont Marie (Métro line 7)

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MonClosed
Tue10:00–18:00
Wed10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–18:00
FriToday10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

Free

Permanent collection free for all; temporary exhibitions about EUR 13 to 15

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Musée national Picasso-Paris

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Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)

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Lafayette Anticipations - Fondation Galeries Lafayette

ArchitectureFree7 min walk

Visitor Information

Is Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris is free. Permanent collection free for all; temporary exhibitions about EUR 13 to 15. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris?
Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00. Closed Mondays and on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris?
Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris is located at 23 rue de Sévigné, 75003 Paris, France, in the Le Marais (3rd arrondissement) area of Paris. The nearest stations are Saint-Paul (Métro line 1), Chemin Vert (Métro line 8), Pont Marie (Métro line 7).
What can I see at Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris?
O museu da própria cidade: dois grandiosos palacetes no Marais que percorrem a história de Paris, das canoas neolíticas ao quarto de Proust, com entrada gratuita para todos. Current highlights include 1776-2026: 250 Years of Franco-American Friendship, Rostos Parisienses (Parisian Faces), Neolithic Dugout Canoe (Pirogue monoxyle).
Do I need to book Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris in advance?
Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Permanent collection free for all; temporary exhibitions about EUR 13 to 15. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris?
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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