It's no wonder Paris is known as the world's cultural capital.
With nearly 300 museums in and around the capitol—far exceeding that of any other city in the world—it would take well over a year to visit all the museums that Paris offers.
Museum lovers should consider investing in a Paris Museum pass. The two-, four- and six-day passes (€55, €70, €85) give free admission to the major museums and monuments, allowing one entry to each site. Admissions can add up quickly—reserved online, tickets to the Louvre run €17, €16 for the Musée d’Orsay, and €15 for the Centre Pompidou.
If time is short, dozens of “hop the line” tours can be found online to avoid long lines in the summer heat. Many museums have evening hours one night a week (some with free entry), and most Paris museums are free the first Sunday of each month (excluding July and August).
You can reserve tickets to most of these museums online, but some require advance booking, especially for special exhibitions. Be sure to check online in advance.
Whatever your fancy, from the romantic life to the city sewers, you’ll find it in Paris. But if you don’t have a year to spend, these 15 iconic museums will take you deep into the city’s artistic riches.
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Pretty good read. A couple of points. For the Musee de l'Orangerie not sure the picture used was correct. Seems to be a picture of the Seine and the side of the Louve maybe. Missing is the amazing Musee Marmottan Monet with its fine collection of Monet art.
I am always surprised that Marmottan doesn't make these lists. I often surprise friends with years of experience in Paris with a visit to the wonderful Monet display.