Museum of Eroticism, Paris

Name: Museum of Eroticism
Address: 72 Boulevard de Clichy, Paris, France

#830 among attractions in Paris

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Museum of Eroticism was a sex museum in Paris devoted to the erotic art collections of antique dealer Alain Plumey and French teacher Jo Khalifa. It closed its doors on November 7th, 2016. Founded in 1997, the museum was situated in the Pigalle district of Paris, at 72 Boulevard de Clichy. The collection ranged from the ancient religious art of India, Japan and Africa right up to contemporary art with an erotic focus. There were five floors, including a basement exhibition. One floor was devoted to maisons closes, the legal brothels of the 19th and early 20th century. ()

Local name: Musée de l'érotisme Coordinates: 48°53'1"N, 2°20'2"E

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72 Boulevard de ClichyButtes-Montmartre (Grandes-Carrières)Paris France

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Museum of Eroticism – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Eroticism?

Nearby attractions include Blanche, Paris (1 min walk), Boulevard de Clichy, Paris (1 min walk), Moulin Rouge, Paris (2 min walk), Sainte-Rita, Paris (3 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Eroticism by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Eroticism:

Metro

Blanche • Lines: 2 (1 min walk)
Abbesses • Lines: 12 (6 min walk)

Bus

Moulin Rouge - Pigalle • Lines: Rouge (1 min walk)
Blanche • Lines: 30, 54, 68, 74, N01, N02 (2 min walk)

Train

Funiculaire Montmartre - Station Inférieure (11 min walk)
Funiculaire Montmartre - Station Supérieure (11 min walk)

Tram

Porte de Saint-Ouen • Lines: T3b (25 min walk)
Angélique Compoint • Lines: T3b (26 min walk)