Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris
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(8.4k)The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris is a major municipal museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art from the 20th and 21st centuries, housed in the eastern wing of the Palais de Tokyo. It was originally built for the 1937 International Exhibition of Arts and Technology and reopened in 2019 after a significant redesign. The museum's collection includes around 15,000 works, covering movements like Fauvism, Cubism, Surrealism, and New Realism.
Address
11 Av. du Président Wilson, 75116 Paris, France
Website
Opening Hours
10:00 AM – 9:30 PM (Thu)
Phone
+33 1 53 67 40 00
Worth it?
Worth it if you want to see significant modern art without the crowds and for free
Skip if you're expecting a comprehensive collection of every major contemporary artist
Location
11 Av. du Président Wilson, 75116 Paris, France
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Highlights
Don't miss the massive "The Spirit of Electricity" mural by Raoul Dufy, which is displayed in the main hall and is a highlight for many visitors.
The museum offers great views of the Eiffel Tower from certain spots.
The Art Deco building itself, constructed for the 1937 International Exhibition, is architecturally striking.
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Who it's for
This museum is ideal for art enthusiasts interested in 20th and 21st-century European and international art, including monumental works. It's also a good option for families, as it's noted as child-friendly.
Know before you go
The museum is closed on Mondays.
Free lock-up boxes are available for bags and coats.
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Reviews
4.5
Exceptional
5 ReviewsVisitors generally praise the Musée d'Art Moderne for its impressive collection of 20th and 21st-century art, especially considering the free admission to the permanent exhibition. Many appreciate the less crowded atmosphere compared to other Parisian museums, allowing for a more intimate experience with the art.
Fun facts
The museum was inaugurated in 1961 and is one of 14 City of Paris museums incorporated into the public institution Paris Musées.
In 2010, five paintings by artists including Picasso and Matisse, valued at €100 million, were stolen from the museum in what was described as the "heist of the century."
