Grand Palais

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Une partie du Grand Palais a été transformée, en 1964, sous l´ impulsion d´ André Malraux, en galeries destinées à présenter de prestigieuses expositions temporaires à caractère international. Devenu le lieu incontournable, les galeries ont accueilli plus de 240 expositions.

Practical information

Place
3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower
75008 Paris 8
+33144131717

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Accessibility info

Access
M° Champs-Elysées Clemenceau

Opening hours
Opening hours : 10h-20h - Nocturne : Wednesday 22h

Additional information
Prices : Variable - Group : Res. 2 months - Lecture tours : Res. 2 months Closed: Tuesday, 01/01, 01/05, 25/12 Practical informations : Foreign language tours , Foreign language documentation , Group , Lecture tours , Disabled access , Disabled with assistance , Wheelchair loan , Bookshop , Restaurant , Passenger car parking , Bus parking

Website
http://www.rmn.fr/galeriesnationalesdugrandpalais/

Current and upcoming events

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Nights of Reading 2026: Free Interactive Shows for the Whole Family at the Grand Palais

Immer yourself in new and exciting worlds: take part in the activities organized at the Grand Palais for the Nights of Reading, happening on January 24th and 25th, 2026.
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French Artists' Exhibition 2026 at the Grand Palais: a must-see event this winter in Paris

The Salon des Artistes Français is making a comeback at the Grand Palais for its 236th edition. From February 13 to 15, 2026, don’t miss this celebrated event that has showcased talented French artists for nearly 150 years.
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Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret at the Grand Palais: a double exhibition that's causing a buzz – our photos

Two renowned figures in contemporary art receive top honors in Paris. From December 10, 2025, to March 15, 2026, the Grand Palais hosts a unique double exhibition showcasing the stunning works of two French artists, Claire Tabouret and Eva Jospin. While one exhibit features "D’un seul souffle," the other is dedicated to "Grottesco."
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Art Paris 2026: Contemporary art fair to take over the Grand Palais in Paris, dates and schedule

Art Paris 2026, the premier spring event for modern and contemporary art, will take place from April 9 to 12 at the Grand Palais. This 28th edition will feature 165 exhibitors from 25 countries, showcasing a diverse array of artists who celebrate and illuminate cultures from around the globe.
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Paris Photo 2026: Dates for the Next Edition of the Art Fair at the Grand Palais

Paris Photo is gearing up for an extraordinary edition, taking place from November 12 to 15, 2026, in the heart of the French capital. The Grand Palais will once again open its doors to photography enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, offering a vibrant space to reconnect, share, and celebrate the art of photography at one of Paris’s most iconic cultural venues!
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Exhibition "Cézanne and Us" at the Grand Palais: Dive into the Legacy of the Father of Modern Art

The Grand Palais is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to Paul Cézanne, titled Cézanne and Us, running from September 23, 2026, to January 17, 2027. This outside-the-venue exhibit has been developed in partnership with the Musée d'Orsay.
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Hilma af Klint at the Grand Palais: a groundbreaking exhibition celebrating the pioneer of abstract art

The Grand Palais is hosting a groundbreaking exhibition dedicated to Hilma af Klint, the visionary Swedish artist, in partnership with the Centre Pompidou, from May 6 to August 30, 2026. This exhibit offers France’s first opportunity to experience her mystical and pioneering works firsthand — pieces that have long remained in the shadows of art history.
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Grand Palais: The iconic monument transforms into a giant nightclub for the ARTKLUB electronic music event in April 2026

When art steps out of the gallery walls and techno takes over, ARTKLUB nights come to life. After energizing the Centre Pompidou and the Philharmonie de Paris, this hybrid experience is now set under the glass roof of the Grand Palais. On Thursday, April 30, 2026, expect a night as iconic as the venue itself! Ticket sales will open soon.
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Nan Goldin at the Grand Palais: This Won't End Well — An Exhibition Blurring the Lines Between Photography and Film

The Grand Palais hosts This Will Not End Well, the first French retrospective of Nan Goldin, from March 18 to June 21, 2026. The exhibition presents her cinematic slideshows within an immersive installation designed to resemble a village of images.
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All About Love: Mickalene Thomas's Bold and Vibrant Exhibition at the Grand Palais - Photos

The Grand Palais is showcasing the work of African American artist Mickalene Thomas from December 17, 2025, to April 5, 2026. Experience a bold, contemporary voice with the exhibition All About Love.

Past events

Grand Palais : exposition gratuite pour les 200 ans du Figaro, immersion dans l’histoire du journalGrand Palais : exposition gratuite pour les 200 ans du Figaro, immersion dans l’histoire du journalGrand Palais : exposition gratuite pour les 200 ans du Figaro, immersion dans l’histoire du journalGrand Palais : exposition gratuite pour les 200 ans du Figaro, immersion dans l’histoire du journal

Grand Palais: Free Exhibition Celebrates 200 Years of Le Figaro – Our Photos

Beneath the nave of the Grand Palais, a spectacular three-day celebration marks "1826-2026: 200 Years of Freedom." This free, ticketed exhibition offers a deep dive into two centuries of images, archives, and debates. An immersive experience to revisit 200 years of vibrant and inspiring history, taking place from January 14 to 16, 2026.
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Did you know? The Grand Palais served as a military hospital during World War I.

During World War I, the Grand Palais in Paris was not used to host art exhibitions but served as a hospital for wounded soldiers. Requisitioned in 1914, this iconic monument was converted into a military hospital until 1919.