Cité de l architecture - activities

Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine in Paris, opening hours, tickets and exhibitions

The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, located in the Palais Chaillot on Place du Trocadéro, is an exceptional, monumental 22,000 m2 museum housing numerous models, city plans and immense scupltures. Here, you can take an in-depth look at some of the world's most beautiful buildings, and immerse yourself in the world of technology, architecture and urban planning.

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.

Museum Night 2024 in Paris: evening events at the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine

The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine is also taking part in the Nuit des Musées, this Saturday, May 18, 2024: for the occasion, special events await you during this exceptional nocturne.

When the city takes to the Games: nomadic fan zones on show at the Cité de l'architecture

To mark the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Mini Maousse microarchitecture competition asked students to design nomadic fan zones, to be discovered at an exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture, from March 20, 2024.

Il était une fois les stades, the sports exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

What better city than Paris for an exhibition on stadiums? Stade de France, Parc des Princes, Jean Bouin... so many sports venues that host matches throughout the year, deconstructed in length and breadth at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine, from March 20, 2024.

Henry Cros, Sculpteur et Dessinateur exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, photos

Henry Cros, 1840-1907 exhibition: discover the work of the visionary sculptor, ceramist, glassmaker and draughtsman at the Musée des Arts décoratifs in Paris, from March 6 to May 26, 2024. An unprecedented plunge into 19th-century art. From wax modelling to the invention of pâte de verre sculpture, we plunge into the artist's evolution through time, discovering works never before shown.

Paul Andreu, architecture is an art: a tribute exhibition at the Cité de l'Architecture - photos

The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine is devoting a major exhibition to Paul Andreu. Discover the retrospective "Architecture is an Art", from February 14 to June 2, 2024.

Notre-Dame de Paris at the Cité de l'architecture: our photos of the monumental exhibition

The Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine and the Etablissement public chargé de la conservation et de la restauration de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, the contracting authority for the restoration project, invite you to discover the exhibition Notre-Dame de Paris - Des bâtisseurs aux restaurateurs. On view from February 15, 2023 to June 2, 2024, this exhibition looks back at the history of the cathedral's construction, the current worksite with its constraints and fantastic discoveries, and presents the restored works and sculptures that will join the cathedral for its opening in 2024.

Metro! Le Grand Paris en mouvement: the exhibition at the Cité de l'Architecture et du patrimoine, our photos

The history of the metro, mobility and urbanity is unveiled at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine from November 8, 2023 to June 2, 2024, in a groundbreaking exhibition entitled "Métro! Le Grand Paris en mouvement".

Heritage Days 2023 at the Cité de l'Architecture: Activities for the whole family

The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine awaits you for the Journées du Patrimoine 2022, with a gigantic program for the whole family on September 16 and 17.

Yoga at the museum: free your body and mind in the capital's cultural institutions

For unusual wellness spots, try yoga classes in the heart of a Paris museum! A number of cultural institutions regularly offer these activities as a way of cultivating yourself while doing some sport.

Gustave Eiffel's Paris, the exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

2023 marks the centenary of Gustave Eiffel's death. To mark the occasion, the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine in Paris is presenting a brand-new exhibition dedicated to the Paris of this illustrious engineer, on view from July 26, 2023 to January 9, 2024.

Art Deco France-North America, our photos of the exhibition at the Cité de l'Architecture - last days

The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine honors art deco and cultural exchanges between France and North America through a new exhibition to be seen from October 20, 2022 to March 6, 2023.

February-March 2023 vacations at the Cité de l'Architecture et du patrimoine

During the February-March 2023 vacations, many Parisian museums will offer workshops and guided tours for families, such as the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine.

Machu Picchu and the Treasures of Peru" exhibition at the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, our photos

"Machu Picchu and the Treasures of Peru" is the must-see exhibition at the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine in Paris from April 16 to September 4, 2022. For almost 5 months, set off in the footsteps of pre-Columbian civilizations to discover the mystery of the famous Machu Picchu. A unique journey where visitors can admire over 190 original pieces from one of Peru's greatest museums!

Museums and monuments closed in Paris this December 15, 2018

Some museums in Paris are closing this Saturday December 15, 2018 – for safety reasons. So, before you go out to enjoy beautiful art collections and temporary exhibitions in Paris, check if the museum you want to visit is closed or open!

Girafe: the new restaurant at the Cité de l'Architecture in Paris

The Cité de l'Architecture in Paris invites you to meet Girafe, its new restaurant with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower!