Musée Carnavalet The museum to understand the entire history of Paris
The Carnavalet Museum is one of the 14 museums in the city of Paris. It is also the oldest museum in the capital. Located in the heart of the iconic Marais district, it is easily accessible by public transport.
Where is the Carnavalet Museum located?
Housed in the Carnavalet and Le Peletier de Saint-Fargeau hotels, the Carnavalet Museum is located in the heart of the Marais district in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris.
Address of the Carnavalet Museum: 23 rue de Sévigné, 75003 Paris
What are the opening hours of the Carnavalet Museum?
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM (ticket sales close and last entry is at 5:15 PM). Please note: the museum is closed on certain public holidays such as January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.
The museum's hours and days of operation are subject to change. Please check the official website before planning your visit.
What are the admission fees for the Carnavalet Museum?
The permanent collections of the Carnavalet Museum are free and open to the public. No reservation is required. However, temporary exhibitions are subject to admission fees.
It is recommended to check the official website for up-to-date information.
Good to know: The Carnavalet Museum is accessible to visitors with disabilities.
How to get to the Carnavalet Museum by metro?
To get to the Carnavalet Museum by metro, you have several options:
- Stop at Saint-Paul station (line 1),
- Stop at Bréguet Sabin station (line 5),
- Stop at Pont-Marie station (line 7),
- Stop at Chemin Vert station (line 8).
How to get to the Carnavalet Museum by bus?
Several bus lines provide access to the Carnavalet Museum:
- Stop at Place des Vosges (line 96),
- Stop at Place des Vosges (line 29),
- Stop at Saint-Gilles - Chemin Vert (line 91),
- Stop at Saint-Paul (line 69),
- Stop at Saint-Paul (line 76).
Are there any Vélib' stations near the Carnavalet Museum?
It is possible to reach the Carnavalet Museum by bike using the Vélib' Métropole service. The nearest Vélib' stations are:
- Saint-Gilles – Turenne Station (26 rue Saint-Gilles),
- Saint-Antoine - Sévigné Station (105-109 Terre Plein Saint-Paul).
Find your route to the Carnavalet Museum
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What to see around the Carnavalet Museum?
The Marais district is home to many cultural, historical, and architectural treasures. Among the points of interest to visit around the Carnavalet Museum, you can find:
- The Cognacq-Jay Museum,
- The Marais and Place des Vosges,
- The Picasso Museum,
- The European House of Photography (MEP),
- The Azzedine Alaïa Foundation,
- Île Saint-Louis,
- The Pompidou Center