August in Paris is all about being idle. Lounge in the sun and parks, hang out on terrace but also visit museums, while letting yourselves be surrounded with the sweet beauty of masterpieces around you.
To keep things interesting, we offer you to visit all the exhibitions held this summer in Paris and Île-de-France. Contemporary art, impressionists, sculptors, photographers, immersive exhibitions... What do you want to start with?
Unmissable exhibitions to see this August 2022:
Les femmes portent le monde: Lekha Singh’s photo exhibition at the Musée de l’Homme, our pictures
The Musée de l’Homme offers us to discover Lekha Singh’s works – a photographer who traveled the world to meet women carrying the world. To discover from June 29, 2022 to January 2, 2023. [Read more]
The Horizon of Khufu, an immersive nighttime journey in a pyramid to experience at the Arab World Institute
The Arab World Institute invites you to complete a unique journey, a virtual reality immersive experience taking you to one of the world’s seven wonders. From June 14 to October 2, 2022, come and discover “The Horizon of Khufu”. This July 2, enjoy an exceptional nighttime opening to discover this unusual experience. [Read more]
Les Extatiques 2022, the free open-air exhibition at La Défense and La Seine Musicale, our pictures
Les Extatiques, the monumental open-air exhibition at La Défense is back from June 22, to October 2, 2022, for the 5th edition. This year again, enjoy wonderful installations set between La Défense and the gardens of La Seine Musicale. [Read more]
L’expérience du paysage, the photo exhibition by the Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation
Let us go on a trip with Henri Cartier-Bresson and keep your eyes peeled: the master of photography will teach you a construction lesson. From July 1 to September 25, 2022, come and discover the Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation’s “L’Expérience du Paysage” exhibition. [Read more]
Le Temps des Dinosaures – the immersive life-sized exhibition at Paris Expo – Porte de Versailles
We thought they were gone… And yet, dinosaurs are alive and you can even meet the! Head to Paris Expo – Porte de Versailles from May 25 to August 28, 2022 to visit the immersive “Le Temps des Dinosaures” exhibition, an adventure for children and adults. [Read more]
Fugues in Color, the exhibition at the Louis Vuitton Foundation
The Luis Vuitton Foundation gathers five international artists for an uncommon exhibition testing these painters’ creativity. From May 4 to August 29, 2022, come and discover “Fugues in Color”. [Read more]
Germany, the 1920’s, the exhibition about New Objectivity at Centre Pompidou
Have you heard about New Objectivity? From May 11 to September 5, 2022, Centre Pompidou introduces us to this art movement that developed in the 1920’s in Germany. [Read more]
“Shocking! Les mondes surréalistes d’Elsa Schiaparelli”, the fashion exhibition at MAD Paris
Bold, inspiring, avant-garde, shocking! Fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli has been called many names… And how about making your own mind thanks to the “Shocking! Les mondes surréalistes d’Elsa Schiaparelli” exhibition running from July 6, 2022, to January 22, 2023, at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris? [Read more]
Machu Picchu et les Trésors du Pérou: the immersive exhibition at the Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine, our pictures
“Machu Picchu et les Trésors du Pérou” – Machu Picchu and the Treasures of Peru – here is the name of the compelling exhibition running from April 16 to September 4, 2022, at the Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine. On the occasion, follow the footsteps of pre-Colombian civilizations to the mystery of Machu Picchu. A unique journey where visitors can admire over 190 original pieces from one of the greatest Peruvian museums! [Read more]
Retrospective exhibitions to see this August 2022:
Simon Hantaï, The Centenary Exhibition: the compelling retrospective by the Louis Vuitton Foundation
The Louis Vuitton Foundation takes us to Simon Hantaï’s original and unique universe – a painter from the 20th century – who marked his time because of his works and the mystery around. From May 18 to August 29, 2022, come and visit Simon Hantaï, The Centenary Exhibition and meet this uncommon artist. [Read more]
Maya Ruiz-Picasso, our pictures of the exhibition at the Musée Picasso
From April 19, 2022, to January 1, 2023, the Musée Picasso devotes an exhibition to the eponymous artist’s daughter called “Maya Ruiz-Picasso, daughter of Pablo”. [Read more]
Aristide Maillol exhibition at the Musée d’Orsay - Our pictures
From April 12 to August 21, 2022, the Musée d’Orsay dedicates an exhibition to Aristide Maillol called “Aristide Maillol, la quête de l’harmonie” – Aristide Maillol, the quest for harmony. An exhibition created in partnership with the Musée de l’Orangerie, the Oskar Reinhart Collection in Winterthur, Kunsthaus Zürich, the Piscine in Roubaix and the Fondation Dina Vierny – Musée Maillol, in Paris. [Read more]
Kandinsky at the Atelier des Lumières: the immersive exhibition to discover - our pictures
Discover abstract art pioneer Vassily Kandinsky through the immersive exhibition of the Atelier des Lumières: “Kandinsky, The Odyssey of Abstraction”. Running from February 18, 2022 to January 1, 2023. [Read more]
Cézanne at the Atelier des Lumières: the unmissable exhibition to enjoy now - our pictures
A door to Provence in the middle of Paris: from February 18, 2022 to January 1, 2023, the Atelier des Lumières takes us on an unusual journey through the “Cézanne, the Lights of Provence” exhibition. [Read more]
Contemporary art exhibitions to see this August 2022:
Sens dessus dessous: when art takes over Paris bridges on the Seine riverbanks
In the summer, the Seine riverbanks are a great place for Parisians and tourists to take a walk. From June 23 to September 23, 2022, these riverbanks are even more appealing thanks to installations by five artists. The “Sens dessus dessous” route is to be discovered now and free of charge! [Read more]
The open-air sculpture museum: a free art stroll in the heart of Paris
Have you heard about the open-air sculpture museum? Set in the Square Tino Rossi in the 5th arrondissement, this small museum provides us with a free cultural stroll by the Seine, in a gorgeous bucolic setting. [Read more]
Toucher le feu, femmes céramistes au Japon: the exhibition at the Musée Guimet
From June 1 to October 3, 2022, the Musée national des Arts Asiatiques (or Musée Guimet for friends) offers us to discover the exceptional work of female ceramicists in Japan with the “Toucher le feu, femmes céramistes au Japon” – or “Touching fire, female ceramicists in Japan” – exhibition. [Read more]
Pop air, the inflatable and immersive experience at the Grande Halle de la Villette: Our pictures
From April 14 to August 21, 2022, the Grande Halle de la Villette houses an exclusive and playful inflatable experience, Pop Air, made in partnership with Rome’s Balloon Museum. [Read more]
Eugène Leroy exhibition at Paris Museum of Modern Art
From April 15 to August 28, 2022, Paris Museum of Modern Art devotes an exhibition to French painter Eugène Leroy. [Read more]
Photo exhibitions to see this August 2022:
From La Hune with love, Melody Gardot’s (free) photo exhibition
Melody Gardot expresses her talent through music and photography just as well. The American jazz singer displays her photographs at the La Hune gallery. A free exhibition called “From la Hune with love”, running from May 24 to September 30, 2022. [Read more]
Pop Icons, the open-air photo exhibition at Bercy Village
And what if characters from the Star Wars saga were to strike a pose in front of the Eiffel Tower? Artist Benoît Lapray shows us more about his surprising universe mixing two worlds, through a free photo exhibition running at Bercy Village. From May 19 to September 18, 2022, come and admire Pop Icons. [Read more]
Autour du Monde : La traversée des images, new Musée Albert-Kahn’s inaugural exhibition
For its reopening to the public on April 2, and after years of renovations, the musée départemental Albert-Kahn proposes a temporary exhibition, until November 13, called “Autour du Monde, la traverse des images, d’Albert Kahn à Curiosity”. [Read more]
A giant bamboo pavilion on the Parvis de La Défense for a sensory photo exhibition
Aqua Matter, here is the name of the crazy art installation expecting us from April 1 to September 22, 2022, on the Parvis de La Défense. In a 1,000sqm bamboo pavilion unveils an exclusive photo exhibition by Sebastião Salgado themed on water, this resource as necessary as fragile. [Read more]
Historic exhibitions to see this August 2022:
Power and prestige, art of clubs in Oceania: the exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly - Our pictures
Weapons, tools, symbols of power: clubs are given pride of place in the latest exhibition of the Musée du Quai Branly, running from June 8 to September 25, 2022. “Power and prestige, art of clubs in Oceania” takes you on an uncommon journey through the history of this oh-so special object. [Read more]
“Monnaies & Merveilles”, our pictures of the exhibition at Monnaie de Paris
From May 12 to September 25, 2022, Monnaie de Paris devotes an exhibition to the infinite variety of shapes, textures and uses of coin called “Monnaies & Merveilles”. [Read more]
“L’Arc et le Sabre – Imaginaire Guerrier du Japon” exhibition at the Musée Guimet
From March 16 to August 29, 2022, the Musée Guimet devotes an exhibition to Samurai and the imaginary around it called “L’Arc et le Sabre – Imaginaire Guerrier du Japon” or “Bow and Sword – War Imaginary in Japan”. [Read more]
Playful exhibitions to see this August 2022:
Immersive exhibition inspired by the Lantern Festival at Paris Korean Culture Center - Our pictures
To celebrate the Taste Korea festival, the Centre culturel coréen – or Korean Culture Center – nestled in Paris 8th arrondissement concocts an exclusive immersive and free exhibition inspired by the famous lantern festival. Meet from June 30 to September 9, 2022, to enjoy this fabulous journey! [Read more]
Europa Experience, a free and immersive European Union-inspired exhibition in Paris
From Saturday May 14, 2022, enjoy Europea Experience, a fun and free concept coming to Paris. On the menu, a 1,500-sqm exhibition inspired by the European Union delivering immersive, interactive and fulfilling experiences. Through a multimedia tour, including augmented reality installations and 360° movie theater, travel all around the European Union… from Paris. [Read more]
Fragile! Exhibition at the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie
Calling all budding scientists! Head to the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie to discover the museum’s latest exhibitions for children aged 2 to 6! Called Fragile! it runs from February 19, 2022 to January 8, 2023. [Read more]
Free exhibitions to see this August 2022:
Summer 2022’s free exhibitions in Paris and Île-de-France: cultural good deals
The Parisian summer is about to be packed with good deals. Here are the free exhibitions expecting you in the summer season in Paris to improve your knowledge without breaking the bank! [Read more]
August 2022’s free exhibitions in Paris and Île-de-France
In August, Paris is left out by Parisians, but cultural deals are still here! Here are free exhibitions to enjoy in August in Paris! Great outing ideas to enjoy without breaking the bank. [Read more]
Free museums and monuments in Paris and Ile de France
Looking for a free museum in Paris? Musée des Beaux-Arts, Musée d’Art Moderne, Musée de l’Aviation, Musée des Arts Asiatiques, over 20 museums are free of charge, all year round, so, discover them! [Read more]
Do not forget your hats, sunscreen and a bottle of water: walking around museums requires endurance! After these discoveries, go and enjoy the city looking for works of art in the open air.
And for even more good ideas, do not hesitate to have a look at our guide of outdoor cultural walks and exhibitions and our guides of the Parisian museums free for everyone all year long!
Dates and Opening Time
From 1 August 2022 to 31 August 2022
Location
Paris - Ile de France
Paris
75 Paris
Recommended age
For all
