La Monnaie de Paris: an unusual cultural and historical institution in Paris

Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, Laurent de Sortiraparis · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Updated on February 13, 2024 at 05:55 p.m.
Do you know how coins are made in France? Come and find out by visiting the Monnaie de Paris, the institution that teaches us more about the history of silver and the minting of medals, in a place steeped in history.

La Monnaie de Paris is France's oldest monetary institution, and one of the world's oldest companies still in business. The public institution was founded in 864 by Charles II the Bald, with the mission of minting the country's currency. Today, the institute retains its industrial and commercial role, and is also involved in the production of foreign metal coins, medals, official decorations...

In Paris, the Monnaie de Paris is best known for its museum: 11 quai de Conti is home to a museum for the general public, revealing the skills and secrets of coin-making. Coins, medals and antique tools are also on display, providing an insight into the history, art, economics, archaeology, science and technology of coinage and craftsmanship...

La Monnaie de Paris regularly organizes temporary exhibitions, as well as numerous workshops and events for young visitors.

Coming to the museum

La Monnaie de Paris is open every day except Monday, January 1, May 1 and December 25. Tickets cost between 12 and 8 euros, and are free for young people under 26 on the first Sunday of the month... And throughout August! A good deal just the way we like it. Note that your Navigo pass also entitles you to a discount.

Between exhibitions, the museum offers a boutique, a restaurant run by Michelin-starred chef Guy Savoy, and the BLOOM café for lighter fare and weekend brunches.

Want to visit the Monnaie de Paris? The institution is accessible by public transport, via the Pont Neuf stop (line 7); Odéon (lines 4 and 10), Saint-Michel (line 4), Châtelet (RER A and B) and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (RER B and C).

Museum news :

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La Monnaie de Paris invites us to take part in the new edition of its Fête des Pîtres, this Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026. Over the entire weekend, enjoy a lineup of activities, exhibitions and free concerts for the whole family. [Read more]

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Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
Next days
Sunday: from 11:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Tuesday: from 11:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Wednesday: from 11:00 a.m. to 09:00 p.m.
Thursday: from 11:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Friday: from 11:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Saturday: from 11:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.

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    Location

    11 Quai de Conti
    75006 Paris 6

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    Prices
    Moins de 26 ans: Free
    Premier dimanche du mois: Free
    tarif réduit: €8
    Réduction pass Navigo: €10
    tarif plein: €12

    Official website
    www.monnaiedeparis.fr

    Booking
    Book your tickets with Paris je t'aime here

    More information
    Daily 11am-6pm Closed Mondays, January 1, May 1 and December 25 Nocturne Wednesdays until 9pm

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