15 must-see exhibitions in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Caroline de Sortiraparis · Published on April 26th, 2024 at 07:33 p.m.
Every month, the museums and galleries of Paris and the Île-de-France region offer an ever-increasing number of exhibitions. To help you choose your next outing among this host of proposals, we've selected for you the 15 must-see exhibitions to see right now or in the next few days.

Paris boasts dozens of museums, hundreds of galleries and countless works of art to be seen around every corner... Each venue has its own program, and invites us to discover its exhibitions, which change very often. In short, it's easy to get lost in this mass of news. So what to see, where to go, what to do?

Much to our chagrin, time is not infinite and certain daily obligations keep us away from museums. So when we can finally take the time to visit a beautiful exhibition, we want to be sure that it's going to be fantastic! Alas, it's not easy to choose between all these options. And that's where Sortiraparis comes in.

For you, we've scoured all the museum programs in Paris and the surrounding region, to pick out only the best of the best, the cream of the exhibitions to see this month. Of course, many other exhibitions deserve to be included in this guide, but this selection already gives you an idea of what you can 't miss in Paris over the next few days.

Have you already seen everything, or are you just not enthusiastic about what's on offer? Come back often to consult this guide: this page is updated regularly as we make new discoveries. So if you're always on the lookout for great exhibitions in the Paris region, we suggest you keep this guide in your bookmarks, for even more great ideas for going out!

Are you ready? Hang on, we're off to the must-see exhibitions in and around Paris!

Olympisme, une histoire du monde - IMG 0777Olympisme, une histoire du monde - IMG 0777Olympisme, une histoire du monde - IMG 0777Olympisme, une histoire du monde - IMG 0777 Olympism, a world history: the Olympiad exhibition at the Palais de la Porte Dorée
Since 1896, 33 Olympiads have been held around the world. To mark the Paris 2024 Games, the Palais de la Porte Dorée is retracing their history and behind-the-scenes in a retrospective exhibition, from April 26 to September 8, 2024. [Read more]

L'Olympisme, une invention moderne - IMG 3808L'Olympisme, une invention moderne - IMG 3808L'Olympisme, une invention moderne - IMG 3808L'Olympisme, une invention moderne - IMG 3808 Olympism, a modern invention: the exhibition between art and sport at the Musée du Louvre, our photos
The Musée du Louvre is gearing up for the Olympic Games, with a brand-new, sporting exhibition. From April 24 to September 16, 2024, discover "Olympism, a modern invention, an ancient heritage". [Read more]

Grands Décors de Notre-Dame - IMG 0651Grands Décors de Notre-Dame - IMG 0651Grands Décors de Notre-Dame - IMG 0651Grands Décors de Notre-Dame - IMG 0651 Grands Décors de Notre-Dame: the Mobilier National's grandiose exhibition at the Galerie des Gobelins
Just a few months before the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Mobilier National presents the work carried out to restore the monument's decor, in a grandiose exhibition from April 24 to July 21, 2024. [Read more]

Photos : exposition Fragiles colosses au Jardin des PlantesPhotos : exposition Fragiles colosses au Jardin des PlantesPhotos : exposition Fragiles colosses au Jardin des PlantesPhotos : exposition Fragiles colosses au Jardin des Plantes Michel Bassompierre at Rosa Bonheur: the exhibition for animal lovers at Château Rosa Bonheur
Large, curvaceous animals have taken up residence at the Château de Rosa Bonheur: these are the works of Michel Bassompierre, who is exhibiting his sculptures from May 3 to September 30, 2024. [Read more]

Musée de l'air et de l'espaceMusée de l'air et de l'espaceMusée de l'air et de l'espaceMusée de l'air et de l'espace Saint-Exupéry, fragments of history: the exhibition on the pilot at the Musée de l'air et de l'espace
While Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is best known for writing "Le Petit Prince", he was also a famous pilot, whom the Musée de l'air et de l'espace will be honoring on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of his death at sea, from May 29, 2024. [Read more]

La naissance des grands magasins - Musée des Arts Décoratifs Paris - image00005La naissance des grands magasins - Musée des Arts Décoratifs Paris - image00005La naissance des grands magasins - Musée des Arts Décoratifs Paris - image00005La naissance des grands magasins - Musée des Arts Décoratifs Paris - image00005 The birth of department stores, a double exhibition at the heart of these mythical Parisian landmarks
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the Cité de l'Architecture take us to the heart of the legendary addresses of Parisian art de vivre with "The Birth of Department Stores", a two-part exhibition. Visit the MAD from April 10 to October 13, 2024, then from October 16, 2024 to March 16, 2025, to discover the history of these temples to fashion right up to the present day. [Read more]

Metal : nos photos de l'exposition à la Philharmonie de Paris - IMG 3571Metal : nos photos de l'exposition à la Philharmonie de Paris - IMG 3571Metal : nos photos de l'exposition à la Philharmonie de Paris - IMG 3571Metal : nos photos de l'exposition à la Philharmonie de Paris - IMG 3571 Metal at the Philharmonie de Paris: the major exhibition dedicated to extreme music, our photos
Extreme music comes to the Philharmonie de Paris! The famous hall nestled in the 19th arrondissement of Paris is hosting the "Metal" exhibition from April 5 to September 29, 2024. It's an opportunity to find out more about this musical genre, which continues to attract a huge following. We tell you all about it! [Read more]

L’art de James Cameron - IMG 9919L’art de James Cameron - IMG 9919L’art de James Cameron - IMG 9919L’art de James Cameron - IMG 9919 The Art of James Cameron, the exceptional retrospective exhibition at the Cinémathèque française
From April 4, 2024, immerse yourself in the exceptional worlds of Titanic, Terminator and Avatar with a retrospective exhibition on the work of James Cameron, cinema's leading director and screenwriter, at the Cinémathèque Française. [Read more]

Mexica, des dons et des dieux au Templo Major : l'exposition du musée du Quai Branly se dévoile - IMG20240402102359Mexica, des dons et des dieux au Templo Major : l'exposition du musée du Quai Branly se dévoile - IMG20240402102359Mexica, des dons et des dieux au Templo Major : l'exposition du musée du Quai Branly se dévoile - IMG20240402102359Mexica, des dons et des dieux au Templo Major : l'exposition du musée du Quai Branly se dévoile - IMG20240402102359 Mexica, gifts and gods at Templo Major: the Musée du Quai Branly exhibition unveiled
Discover the mighty Mexica empire and its mysterious culture, revealed in a new exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly, from April 3 to September 8, 2024. [Read more]

Nouvelles du paradis, la carte postale de vacances : l'exposition ensoleillée au Musée de la Poste - IMG20230905194312Nouvelles du paradis, la carte postale de vacances : l'exposition ensoleillée au Musée de la Poste - IMG20230905194312Nouvelles du paradis, la carte postale de vacances : l'exposition ensoleillée au Musée de la Poste - IMG20230905194312Nouvelles du paradis, la carte postale de vacances : l'exposition ensoleillée au Musée de la Poste - IMG20230905194312 Marathon, the messenger's race: the Olympic Games exhibition at the Musée de la Poste
Since the dawn of time, running has been used for practical purposes, and in particular as a message carrier, as the Musée de la Poste explains in its new exhibition, which will take place during the Olympic Games! [Read more]

d Minoliti, Play Theatre , 2021, Centre de création contemporaine Olivier Debréd Minoliti, Play Theatre , 2021, Centre de création contemporaine Olivier Debréd Minoliti, Play Theatre , 2021, Centre de création contemporaine Olivier Debréd Minoliti, Play Theatre , 2021, Centre de création contemporaine Olivier Debré Rayon jouets, a playful exhibition for children of yesterday and today at Hangar Y
Hangar Y takes us into the world of toys, with an ultra-playful exhibition to discover from May 18 to September 22, 2024. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument - fondation Louis VuittonVisuels musée et monument - fondation Louis VuittonVisuels musée et monument - fondation Louis VuittonVisuels musée et monument - fondation Louis Vuitton Formes et couleurs, a tribute to Ellsworth Kelly at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
To mark the centenary of Ellsworth Kelly's birth, the Fondation Louis Vuitton pays tribute to the abstract artist with the exhibition Forms and Colors, on view from May 4 to September 9, 2024. [Read more]

Fondation Louis Vuitton - visuelFondation Louis Vuitton - visuelFondation Louis Vuitton - visuelFondation Louis Vuitton - visuel L'atelier rouge: Matisse's masterpiece honored in Fondation Louis Vuitton exhibition
Discover Matisse's masterwork, L'Atelier rouge, in an exhibition never seen before in France, presented at the Fondation Louis Vuitton from May 4 to September 9, 2024. [Read more]

Japan National Stadium, Kengo Kuma.Japan National Stadium, Kengo Kuma.Japan National Stadium, Kengo Kuma.Japan National Stadium, Kengo Kuma. Kenzo Tange - Kengo Kuma, the legacy of the Tokyo Games, the exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon
What happens to Olympic buildings once the Games are over? The Maison de la culture du Japon takes us on a journey in the footsteps of these monumental infrastructures, with the exhibition Kenzo Tange - Kengo Kuma, the legacy of the Tokyo Games, on view from May 2 to June 29, 2024. [Read more]

Musée de la vie romantiqueMusée de la vie romantiqueMusée de la vie romantiqueMusée de la vie romantique Géricault's horses: a tribute to the famous painter, at the Musée de la Vie Romantique
The Musée de la Vie Romantique celebrates the bicentenary of Théodore Géricault's death, with a themed exhibition presented from May 15 to September 15, 2024. [Read more]

Photos : La Roseraie du val-de-MarnePhotos : La Roseraie du val-de-MarnePhotos : La Roseraie du val-de-MarnePhotos : La Roseraie du val-de-Marne Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024 in Paris and Ile-de-France: this year's program
Rendez-vous aux Jardins returns for its 21st edition, from May 31 to June 2, 2024, in over 2,200 public and private parks and gardens. On the program: guided tours, exhibitions, workshops and encounters with, this year, a theme full of emotion, "The 5 senses in the garden". [Read more]

Musée de l'Orangerie - Nymphéas MonetMusée de l'Orangerie - Nymphéas MonetMusée de l'Orangerie - Nymphéas MonetMusée de l'Orangerie - Nymphéas Monet Free museums and monuments: places to visit this Sunday, June 2, 2024 in Paris
Which free museum to visit in Paris this 1st Sunday of the month, Sunday June 2, 2024? We're delighted to return to our little ritual at the start of the month: discover a museum or monument for free! [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument Louvre Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on June 7, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors free of charge to all visitors, on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: June 7, 2024 . [Read more]

L'exposition Printemps Asiatique Paris à la Pagode L'exposition Printemps Asiatique Paris à la Pagode L'exposition Printemps Asiatique Paris à la Pagode L'exposition Printemps Asiatique Paris à la Pagode Printemps Asiatique 2024 in Paris: dates and program of the art festival for Asia lovers
Lovers and collectors of Asian art will be delighted to see Printemps Asiatique again from June 6 to 13, 2024, in galleries, museums and auction houses across Paris. [Read more]

Le chemin de fer des Chanteraines - nos photos - image00115Le chemin de fer des Chanteraines - nos photos - image00115Le chemin de fer des Chanteraines - nos photos - image00115Le chemin de fer des Chanteraines - nos photos - image00115 The Chemin de fer des Chanteraines celebrates its 40th anniversary with a free weekend of events in May.
This year, on Ascension weekend 2024, a major event is taking place in Gennevilliers' Parc des Chanteraines: and with good reason, it's a special occasion, as the Chemin de fer des Chanteraines celebrates its 40th anniversary that weekend. [Read more]

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Nuit des Musées, the must-attend cultural event in Paris, returns on Saturday, May 18, 2024. For one evening, take advantage of the most beautiful museums in France, particularly in Paris and the surrounding region. Now's the time to plan your itinerary and choose from some of the finest programs on offer. [Read more]

Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351 Monnaie de Paris: a fun-filled 80s evening around the Insert Coin exhibition
Climb into the DeLorean, the Monnaie de Paris takes us back in time to the 1980s! On May 15, 2024, the Monnaie Paris will be hosting a festive evening of fun around the Insert Coin exhibition. [Read more]

Nuit Blanche 2023 à Paris et en Ile-de-France : tout le programme de la soirée - Ring passerelle Léopold Sédar SenghorNuit Blanche 2023 à Paris et en Ile-de-France : tout le programme de la soirée - Ring passerelle Léopold Sédar SenghorNuit Blanche 2023 à Paris et en Ile-de-France : tout le programme de la soirée - Ring passerelle Léopold Sédar SenghorNuit Blanche 2023 à Paris et en Ile-de-France : tout le programme de la soirée - Ring passerelle Léopold Sédar Senghor Nuit Blanche 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region: the full evening programme
Nuit Blanche 2024 in Paris and the Paris region takes place this Saturday, June 1, 2024. With a multitude of free events spread over different routes, this new edition has some great surprises in store for us. Find out all about the program that awaits you for this exceptional, free nocturne in and around Paris. [Read more]

Foules, l'exposition interactive de la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie - nos photosFoules, l'exposition interactive de la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie - nos photosFoules, l'exposition interactive de la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie - nos photosFoules, l'exposition interactive de la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie - nos photos Les Éclatantes: electro night at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, here's the program
The ninth edition of Les Éclatantes in Paris! For this new musical nocturne, to be experienced at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie on Friday June 7, 2024, get ready to sway to the tunes of Synapson, Breakbot & Irfane and Warner Case for an entire evening. [Read more]

Les Historiques de Villarceaux 2024, grand défilé costumé et reconstitution historique gratuitsLes Historiques de Villarceaux 2024, grand défilé costumé et reconstitution historique gratuitsLes Historiques de Villarceaux 2024, grand défilé costumé et reconstitution historique gratuitsLes Historiques de Villarceaux 2024, grand défilé costumé et reconstitution historique gratuits Les Historiques de Villarceaux 2024: costumed parade and free historical re-enactment at the château
The Château de Villarceaux, in the Val-d'Oise département of France, will be taking you back to the time of the Renaissance, on the weekend of Saturday June 1 and Sunday June 2, 2024. Ready to step back in time? [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument musée dOrsayVisuels musée et monument musée dOrsayVisuels musée et monument musée dOrsayVisuels musée et monument musée dOrsay Curieuse nocturne impressionniste: the Musée d'Orsay's festive and artistic evening
Get out the candles, the Musée d'Orsay is celebrating a very special anniversary! To mark the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, and in parallel with the dedicated exhibition, the museum is organizing a Curieuse nocturne on May 16, 2024. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument LouvreVisuels musée et monument Louvre The Louvre Museum in music: carte blanche for the Orchestre de Paris
What if your next concert was held in one of Paris's most famous museums? The Louvre regularly organizes musical events. From March 2 to June 16, 2024, the Orchestre de Paris and Klaus Mäkelä have carte blanche to thrill us. [Read more]

Les Grandes Eaux Musicales et les Jardins Musicaux au Château de Versailles 2020Les Grandes Eaux Musicales et les Jardins Musicaux au Château de Versailles 2020Les Grandes Eaux Musicales et les Jardins Musicaux au Château de Versailles 2020Les Grandes Eaux Musicales et les Jardins Musicaux au Château de Versailles 2020 Les Grandes Eaux Musicales du Château de Versailles 2024: a poetic stroll not to be missed
The Grandes Eaux Musicales and Jardins Musicaux at the Château de Versailles return to embellish the garden's basins and fountains for a new season. From March 29 to October 31, 2024, enjoy strolls around the estate's groves and fountains in a magical atmosphere worthy of Louis XIV. [Read more]

photographiephotographiephotographiephotographie Festival l'Oeil urbain 2024: dates and program for this photographic festival in Corbeil-Essonnes
It's back: the L'Œil urbain photography festival presents its 12th edition. Come to Corbeil-Essonnes from April 6 to May 11, 2024 to discover this year's featured artists. [Read more]

Colors Festival 2024, la nature reprend ses droits  -  A7C5760Colors Festival 2024, la nature reprend ses droits  -  A7C5760Colors Festival 2024, la nature reprend ses droits  -  A7C5760Colors Festival 2024, la nature reprend ses droits  -  A7C5760 Colors Festival 2024, the huge street art exhibition takes over a house in urban nature mode
Attention street-art fans, the Colors Festival is back! This time, the collective is investing in the Ile-de-France region, and we're off to Champigny-sur-Marne to discover a forgotten house, which will be brought back to life in color from February 10 to June 2, 2024. Under the theme "Nature reclaims its rights", animals and vegetation take possession of the premises. [Read more]

Circulation(s), le festival de la jeune photographie européenne au Centquatre - DF62CC6B C163 4865 9EDA 1F236F0E9573Circulation(s), le festival de la jeune photographie européenne au Centquatre - DF62CC6B C163 4865 9EDA 1F236F0E9573Circulation(s), le festival de la jeune photographie européenne au Centquatre - DF62CC6B C163 4865 9EDA 1F236F0E9573Circulation(s), le festival de la jeune photographie européenne au Centquatre - DF62CC6B C163 4865 9EDA 1F236F0E9573 Circulation(s) 2024: the dates of the European festival of young photography at Le Centquatre
The Circulation(s) festival returns to 104 from April 6 to June 2, 2024. For 14 years, this event dedicated to young European photography has been a not-to-be-missed fixture in Paris. [Read more]

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Night tours, photo festivals, Heritage Days, street-art events... Whatever the season, art is always in the spotlight in Paris! To make sure you don't miss any of these major cultural events, follow our guide to Parisian art events. [Read more]

What a crazy program! Which exhibition will you start with?

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