The Grand Palais, located on the edge of the Champs-Élysées avenue in Paris's 8th arrondissement, is one of the capital's finest jewels. Attracting over 2 million visitors every year, the building is famous for its blend of classicist and Art Nouveau architecture, as well as its impressive glass roof and versatile function as exhibition space and museum.
Beneath its gigantic glass roof, the Grand Palais hosts a succession of fine events. Throughout the year (before its long renovation phase), the Grand Palais hosts such not-to-be-missed events as Taste of Paris , which brings together the world's greatest chefs to the delight of gourmets, or the Grand Palais des Glaces , which unveils the world's largest indoor ice rink, not to mention art fairs and other major exhibitions of all kinds.
The story of the Grand Palais begins at the end of the 19th century, when it was designed for the1900 Universal Exhibition. Four architects - Henri Deglane, Albert Louvet, Albert-Félix-Théophile Thomas and Charles Girault - collaborated to create this architectural masterpiece. Construction began in 1897 and was completed in 1900, just in time for the exhibition. Its impressive structure combines steel, stone and glass, and the décor is enriched by the works of forty contemporary artists. Over the years, the Grand Palais has witnessed many historic events, serving as everything from a military hospital during the First World War to a storage facility for German military vehicles during the Second World War.
A living testimony to French history and culture. Its privileged position in the 8th arrondissement, exceptional architecture and rich history make it a must-see for tourists and locals alike.
Euphoria, art is in the air: the inflatable exhibition at the Grand Palais - tickets now on sale
A new inflatable exhibition arrives in the capital in the summer of 2025, after its run in Rome. The newly renovated Grand Palais will be transformed with huge installations and works of art that will amaze the whole family. [Read more]
Horizontes: contemporary Brazilian art at the Grand Palais for the France-Brazil 2025 Season
As part of the France-Brazil 2025 Season, the Grand Palais is hosting Horizontes, an immersive exhibition of contemporary Brazilian painting, from June 6 to July 25, 2025, on the balconies of the North Nave. [Read more]
Paris Photo 2025: dates for the next edition of the art fair at the Grand Palais
Paris Photo awaits us for another exceptional edition, from November 13 to 16, 2025 in the capital. The Grand Palais welcomes photo professionals and enthusiasts alike, who will be delighted to meet up and exchange ideas in Paris' cultural mecca! [Read more]
Grand Palais d'été: festivities and events bring the Grand Palais to life in fine weather
Summer in Paris is magical: the Grand Palais is offering a special, festive program from June 6 to August 31, 2025. Find out what's in store! [Read more]
Ernesto Neto weaves a new monumental installation at the Grand Palais
Artist Ernesto Neto invades the Grand Palais with his colorful, dreamlike installation "Nosso Barco Tambor Terra", on view from June 6 to August 3, 2025. [Read more]
Fun Palace: the immersive exhibition at the Grand Palais
It's time for fun! The Grand Palais is hosting Fun Palace, an artistic and architectural reflection on forms of community and shared pleasure, as part of the Centre Pompidou's New Assemble program. The installation runs from June 6 to 15, 2025. [Read more]
All World Waacking Battle 2vs2: the dance event at the Grand Palais this summer
Warm up well, and get ready for battle: the Grand Palais hosts the All World Waacking Battle 2vs2 on July 12, 2025. [Read more]
Grand Bal Rio-Paris: a popular Brazilian-style party at the Grand Palais this summer
Tunes of samba and bossa nova resonate in the Grand Palais: on July 5, 2025, come and celebrate with the Grand Bal Rio-Paris. [Read more]
Royal tapestries: French savoir-faire and contemporary Danish tapestries at the Grand Palais
In 2020, Denmark placed an exceptional order for sixteen tapestries with the Mobilier national, which will be exhibited in the heart of the Grand Palais from June 11 to August 10, 2025, prior to delivery. This is a great opportunity to discover the art of craftsmanship! [Read more]
Art Brut exhibition at the Grand Palais
The Grand Palais hosts the exhibition "Art Brut: Dans l'intimité d'une collection" from June 6 to September 21, 2025. A journey to the heart of works from the Bruno Decharme donation to the Centre Pompidou. [Read more]
Claire Tabouret and Eva Jospin: a contemporary exhibition at the Grand Palais
Two great names in contemporary art honored by the iconic Grand Palais. From December 9, 2025 to March 15, 2026, the sublime Parisian landmark will feature the creations of two French artists, Claire Tabouret and Eva Jospin, in a never-before-seen exhibition. [Read more]
Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Tinguely, Pontus Hultén: a new exhibition at the Grand Palais
During its period of closure, the Centre Pompidou plans to take over several venues in Paris and elsewhere, including the Grand Palais. It is here, in this fully restored space in the heart of the capital, that the Centre Pompidou will be showcasing artists Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely, as well as the Swedish art historian Pontus Hultén, who was the first director of Beaubourg, in a never-before-seen exhibition. [Read more]
The Grand Palais transforms itself into a "Palais des fêtes" for its reopening in June 2025
With work starting in March 2021, the Grand Palais is undergoing a major renovation scheduled for completion in June 2025. Didier Fusillier, in charge of overseeing the renovation of the Grand Palais, has declared, according to Le Parisien, that he wishes to transform the monument into a "Palais des fêtes". [Read more]
Taste of Paris returns to the Grand Palais in May 2025
Every year, the Taste of Paris festival is a unique opportunity for food lovers to discover the very best of Parisian restaurants. Cooking shows, cooking classes, masterclasses and real restaurants await you on site. After several editions in the ephemeral Grand Palais, Taste of Paris will make its grand return to the historic Grand Palais from May 8 to 11, 2025. [Read more]
Révélations: the biennial arts and crafts event returns to the Grand Palais in 2025
It's back at last at the Grand Palais: the biennial Révélations, the international showcase of art and creative crafts, awaits us from May 21 to 25, 2025. Come and discover the skills of artists and craftsmen from all over the world through exceptional new works. [Read more]
Palais de la Découverte: a date for the reopening of the science museum
Created for the 1937 Universal Exhibition, the Palais de la Découverte is a museum dedicated to science and experimentation. Here's everything you need to know about this museum housed in the Grand Palais, ahead of its planned reopening on June 11, 2025. [Read more]
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Location
Grand Palais
3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower
75008 Paris 8
Access
M° Champs-Elysées Clemenceau
Official website
www.grandpalais.fr
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