Paris: History Museum

Places and attractions in the History museum category

Musée du Louvre

Landmark art museum with vast collection The Musée du Louvre, situated in the heart of Paris, France, is not just a premier repository of art but also an emblematic monument that embodies the cultural sophistication of the French capital. As the world's largest art museum, the Louvre boasts an unparalleled...

Château de Malmaison

One-time home of Napoleon and Joséphine Nestled in the tranquil commune of Rueil-Malmaison, just a stone's throw from the bustling heart of Paris, the Château de Malmaison stands as a testament to the opulent history of France. This elegant structure, once the residence of Empress Joséphine and Napoleon...

Musée de Cluny

Medieval art museum in Gothic mansion Nestled in the heart of Paris's Latin Quarter, the Musée de Cluny, officially known as the Musée National du Moyen Âge, offers visitors a deep dive into the medieval era. This unique museum is renowned for housing an exceptional collection of artifacts from the...

Musée de l'Armée

Army museum in former military hospital Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Musée de l'Armée stands as an emblematic institution dedicated to military history and the valor of France's armed forces. Housed in the magnificent Hôtel National des Invalides, the museum's collection spans from antiquity to the...

Conciergerie

14th-century royal palace and prison The Conciergerie is an iconic historical site nestled in the heart of Paris, France, along the picturesque banks of the Seine River. Once part of the former royal palace known as the Palais de la Cité, which dates back to the 10th century, the Conciergerie is steeped...

Musée d'Art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme

Nestled in the heart of the Marais, one of Paris's most historic and vibrant districts, the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme (Museum of Jewish Art and History) serves as a poignant testament to the rich and diverse heritage of Jewish communities in France...

Carnavalet Museum

The Carnavalet Museum, nestled in the historic Marais district of Paris, is a cultural gem dedicated to the history of the city. This museum, which is housed in two adjoining mansions—the Hôtel Carnavalet and the Hôtel Le Peletier de Saint-Fargeau—offers visitors...

Château de Vincennes

14th-century castle Situated on the eastern edge of Paris, the Château de Vincennes is a massive fortress that offers a unique glimpse into the medieval and early modern history of France. This imposing structure, with its substantial walls and imposing keep, stands as a testament to the...

Catacombs of Paris

Tunnel complex for millions of skeletons Beneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a silent and solemn world, known as the Catacombs of Paris. This subterranean labyrinth, stretching over 300 kilometers, is the final resting place of millions of Parisians. The catacombs were created in the late 18th century...

Château de Bagatelle

Nestled in the Bois de Boulogne on the western edge of Paris, the Château de Bagatelle is a hidden gem that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. This neoclassical château, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, is a testament to the...

Musée de Montmartre

Museum of Montmartre's art and history Nestled in the heart of Montmartre, the Musée de Montmartre is a hidden gem that captures the artistic soul of one of Paris's most bohemian quarters. This art museum, housed in a 17th-century building, offers visitors a chance to step back in time and explore the rich...

Cité de la Musique

Nestled in the picturesque Parc de la Villette at the northeastern edge of Paris, the Cité de la Musique is a modern sanctuary for music lovers. This comprehensive music complex, which opened its doors in 1995, is not just a museum but an active center for musical...

Tour Jean-sans-Peur

Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Tour Jean-sans-Peur (Tower of John the Fearless) is a hidden gem that offers a glimpse into the city's turbulent medieval past. This historic tower is the last remaining part of the Hôtel de Bourgogne, the residence of the Dukes of...

Musée de la Légion d'honneur

Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Musée de la Légion d'honneur is a lesser-known gem that offers a deep dive into the history of French and foreign orders, decorations, and medals. Located near the Musée d'Orsay on the left bank of the Seine, this museum is...

Musée Grévin

Wax museum depicting French history The Musée Grévin is a wax museum located in the heart of Paris, France, that offers visitors a unique opportunity to meet and snap photos with lifelike replicas of celebrities, historical figures, and fictional characters.

Paris Sewer Museum

Nestled beneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a hidden world that tells a story of the city's historical ingenuity – the Paris Sewer Museum. This unique museum provides an intriguing glimpse into the underbelly of Paris, showcasing the complex sewer network that...

Château de Sceaux

Nestled in the picturesque commune of Sceaux, just a stone's throw away from the bustling city of Paris, lies the elegant Château de Sceaux. This grandiose estate, now a museum, offers a tranquil escape from the urban sprawl and a journey back into the opulence of...

Musée des Arts Décoratifs

French furnishings and decor displays Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is a treasure trove of decorative arts and design. Located on the Rue de Rivoli, adjacent to the Louvre, this museum is an essential destination for anyone with an appreciation for craftsmanship, beauty...

Musée des Plans-Reliefs

The Musée des Plans-Reliefs is a hidden gem located in the heart of Paris, France. Nestled within the historic Les Invalides complex, this unique museum is dedicated to an exceptional collection of 3D maps, offering visitors a glimpse into the art of military...

Musée Jacquemart-André

Mansion housing 15th to 18th-century art Nestled in the heart of Paris' 8th arrondissement, the Musée Jacquemart-André is a gem of cultural heritage and art. Housed in a magnificent 19th-century mansion, this museum showcases the private collection of Edouard André and Nélie Jacquemart, avid art...

Château d'Écouen

The Château d'Écouen is an historic château in the commune of Écouen, some 20 km north of Paris, France, and a notable example of French Renaissance architecture. Since 1975, it has housed the collections of the Musée national de la Renaissance.

Mémorial de la Shoah

Mémorial de la Shoah is the Holocaust museum in Paris, France. The memorial is in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, in the Marais district, which had a large Jewish population at the beginning of World War II. The memorial was opened, by President Jacques Chirac, on 27 January 2005.

Musée Cernuschi

The Musée Cernuschi, officially also the Musée des arts de l'Asie de la Ville de Paris, is an Asian art museum located at 7 avenue Vélasquez, near Parc Monceau, in Paris, France. Its Asian art collection is second in Paris only to that of the Musée Guimet.

Maison de Victor Hugo

Maison de Victor Hugo is a writer's house museum located where Victor Hugo lived for 16 years between 1832–1848. It is one of the 14 City of Paris' Museums that have been incorporated since January 1, 2013 in the public institution Paris Musées.

Musée Nissim de Camondo

Fine art and furniture in a mansion museum The Musée Nissim de Camondo is a historic house museum of French decorative arts located in the Hôtel Camondo at 63, rue de Monceau, on the edge of Parc Monceau, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, France. The nearest Paris Métro stops are Villiers and Monceau on Line 2.

Maison de Balzac

The Maison de Balzac is a writer's house museum in the former residence of French novelist Honoré de Balzac. It is located in the 16th arrondissement at 47, rue Raynouard, Paris, France, and open daily except Mondays and holidays; admission to the house is free, but a fee is charged for its temporary exhibitions.

Musée d'Histoire Contemporaine

La contemporaine is a French library, museum and archive center specialized on 20th century history. It was named "Bibliothèque de documentation internationale contemporaine" until 2018.

Pavillon de l'Arsenal

The Pavillon de l'Arsenal is the Paris Center for architecture and urbanism, a center for urban planning and museum located in the 4th arrondissement at 21, boulevard Morland, Paris, France. It is open daily except Mondays; admission is free.

Musée Jean Moulin

The Musée du Général Leclerc de Hauteclocque et de la Libération de Paris – Musée Jean Moulin was originally a museum located in the 15th arrondissement of Paris at 23, Allée de la 2e DB, Jardin Atlantique, Paris, France. It is open daily except Mondays; as of 2016 admission was free of charge.

Musée du Vin

The Musée du Vin is a cultural venue in the 16th arrondissement located at 5, square Charles Dickens, Paris, France next to the Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower. The nearest métro station is Passy. It opened in 1984.

Musée de la Vie Romantique

The Musée de la Vie romantique stands at the foot of Montmartre hill in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, 16 rue Chaptal, Paris, France in an 1830 hôtel particulier facing two twin-studios, a greenhouse, a small garden, and a paved courtyard. The museum is open daily except Monday. Permanent collections are free.

Palais de la Légion d'Honneur

The Palais de la Légion d'honneur is a historic building on the Left Bank of the River Seine in Paris, France. It houses the Musée de la Légion d'honneur and is the seat of the Légion d'honneur, the highest French order of merit.

Palais de la Porte Dorée

The Palais de la Porte Dorée is an exhibit hall located on the edge of the Bois de Vincennes at 293, avenue Daumesnil, 12th arrondissement of Paris, France. It now houses the Musée de l'Histoire de l'Immigration, as well as a tropical aquarium in its cellar.

Cité nationale de l'histoire de l'immigration

The Cité nationale de l'histoire de l'immigration is a museum of immigration history located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris at 293, avenue Daumesnil. The nearest métro station is Porte Dorée. It is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; an admission fee of €4.50 is charged.

Musée Zadkine

The Musée Zadkine is a museum dedicated to the work of Russian sculptor Ossip Zadkine. It is located near the Jardin du Luxembourg in the 6th arrondissement at 100 bis, rue d'Assas, Paris, France, and open daily except Monday; an admission fee is only charged during exhibitions.

Musée des Archives Nationales

The Musée des Archives Nationales, formerly known as the Musée de l'Histoire de France, is a state museum of French history operated by the Archives Nationales.

Musée – Librairie du Compagnonnage

The Musée – Librairie du Compagnonnage is a museum devoted to French trade guilds. It is located in the 6th arrondissement at 10, rue Mabillon, Paris, France, and open weekday afternoons; entry is free.

Musée Gustave Moreau

The Musée national Gustave Moreau is an art museum dedicated to the works of Symbolist painter Gustave Moreau. It is located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris at 14, rue de la Rochefoucauld, Paris, France.

Musée Pasteur

The Musée Pasteur is a museum dedicated to French scientist Louis Pasteur. It is located within the Institut Pasteur at 25 Rue du Docteur Roux, Paris, France, in the 15th arrondissement, and is open daily in the warmer months; an admission fee is charged.

Musée Clemenceau

The Musée Clemenceau is a house museum located in the 16th arrondissement at 8, rue Benjamin Franklin, Paris, France. It is open in the afternoons of Tuesday through Saturday, except in August; an admission fee is charged. The closest métro stations are Passy and Trocadéro.

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