Must-See Museums & Exhibitions in Paris
Paris is home to world-class museums, from the Louvre, Orsay, and Pompidou to the Musée Rodin and the Museum of Natural History. Discover contemporary exhibitions at Fondation Louis Vuitton and Bourse de Commerce, or explore Parisian heritage at Carnavalet and the Petit Palais. Whether for fine arts, history, or fashion, the city’s museums offer an unparalleled cultural experience.
Following the Michelin Green Guide rating system, sites are classified into three categories:
Interesting: Worth visiting if nearby, offering cultural, historical, or scenic value.
Worth a Detour: A remarkable site that justifies altering your route for its unique appeal.
Worth the Journey: An exceptional destination, worth planning an entire trip around.
This classification helps travelers prioritize must-visit locations based on their significance and experience.
Louvre Museum
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 3 to 4 hours
Musée d’Orsay
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 2 to 3 hours
Centre Pompidou
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 2 to 3 hours
Quai Branly Museum – Jacques Chirac
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 2 to 3 hours
Orangerie Museum
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Army Museum – Hôtel des Invalides
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 2 to 3 hours
Château de Versailles
Michelin rating :
Travel time : 30 minutes
Sugested duration : Half-day
National Museum of Asian Arts – Guimet
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Rodin Museum
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
National Museum of Natural History
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 2 to 3 hours
Grand Palais
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Cartier Foundation for Contemporary Art
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Nissim de Camondo Museum
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Jacquemart-André Museum
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Museum of Modern Art (Palais de Tokyo)
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Carnavalet Museum – History of Paris
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Palais Galliera – Fashion Museum
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Petit Palais
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Catacombs of Paris
Michelin rating :
Travel time : In the city center
Sugested duration : 1 to 2 hours
Travel Time Estimates
All travel times are approximate and calculated from the center of Paris (Notre-Dame) in a one-way direction. Expressed in hours, these estimates are provided for informational purposes only and may vary due to traffic, weather, and other conditions. They are non-binding and do not constitute any contractual commitment.