Center Pompidou: prices, opening hours, access... All you need to know about the Musée d'Art Moderne

Published by Laurent de Sortiraparis, Cécile de Sortiraparis · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Published on December 19th, 2023 at 05:40 p.m.
The Centre Pompidou, a jewel of modern and contemporary art in the heart of Paris, awaits you every day (except Tuesdays) for an unprecedented immersion in art in all its forms. Explore its fascinating history, its must-see exhibitions, and immerse yourself in the artistic universe of one of the world's most visited museums!

The Centre Pompidou, located in the heart of Paris, is a must-see for all lovers of modern and contemporary art. This cultural center, also known as the Centre Beaubourg, attracts over three million visitors a year thanks to its exceptional collection, spectacular exhibitions and avant-garde architecture.

The story of the Centre Pompidou began in 1969, when French President Georges Pompidou envisioned the creation of a multidisciplinary cultural center in the Beaubourg district. The project, designed to house a large library and the Musée d'Art Moderne (relocated from the Palais de Tokyo), was the result of an international architectural competition won by architects Renzo Piano, Gianfranco Franchini and Richard Rogers. Inaugurated on January 31, 1977, the museum quickly established itself as one of the world's most popular cultural landmarks, revolutionizing the architectural landscape with its"inside-out" style and colorful functional elements displayed on the outside.

The Centre Pompidou is not just a museum, it's a veritable crossroads of artistic disciplines, offering a varied program including films, live performances, lectures and debates, enriching the cultural experience of its visitors. With its captivating exhibitions, public library and breathtaking views over Paris, the Centre Pompidou is a jewel of modern culture not to be missed during a visit to the French capital.

Center Pompidou opening hours:

  • Museum + Exhibitions: 11am - 9pm
  • Nocturnes: Thursdays until 11pm in the exhibition spaces on level 6 (galleries 1 and 2)
  • Children's gallery: 11am - 7pm
  • Bookshop and Boutique: 11am - 9:45pm

Annual closing on May 1
Early closing at 7pm on December 24 and 31

How to get to the museum :

  • RER: Lines A, B, D "Châtelet-les-Halles" station
  • Metro: "Rambuteau" station on line 11, "Hôtel de Ville" station on lines 1 and 11, "Châtelet" station on lines 1, 4, 7, 11 and 14.
  • Bus: Lines 29, 38, 47 or 75
  • Vélib: station n°4020, opposite 27, rue Quincampoix, station n°3014, opposite 34, rue Grenier Saint-Lazare, station n°3010, 46, rue Beaubourg.
  • Parking: access at 31, rue Beaubourg. Reserve your parking space at negotiated rates with no reservation fees thanks to ParkingsdeParis.com, partner of the Centre Pompidou.

Rates and reservations :

To gain access to the museum, we recommend reserving your ticket on the museum's website. Prices are €15 full price and €12 reduced price. Note that there are special offers such as the Paris Museum Pass for those planning to visit several sites in Paris. Admission is free on the first Sunday of every month for the permanent collection and the Children's Gallery.

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Practical information

Location

centre pompidou
75004 Paris 4

Accessibility info

Access
Metro line 11 "Rambuteau" station

Prices
Tarif réduit: €12
Plein tarif: €15

Official website
www.centrepompidou.fr

Booking
billetterie.centrepompidou.fr

More information
Open daily 11am-9pm except Tuesdays. Nocturne Thursdays until 11pm.

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