Musée national de la Marine in Paris: an art venue for learning and travelling at the Trocadero

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Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, Julie de Sortiraparis · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Updated on April 8, 2026 at 02:06 p.m.
The Musée National de la Marine invites you to discover the treasures and challenges of the sea through its permanent collections. Read the latest museum news and plan your next visit.

Located on the Trocadéro Square, adjoining the Musée de l'Homme and the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, there is a museum that remains relatively little known. And for good reason: it has been closed since 2017 for renovation. After lengthy work, the museum has finally reopened its doors, becoming one of Paris's new favorite cultural hotspots.

The National Navy Museum is housed in the heart of the Palais de Chaillot, bordering the Musée de l'Homme. This place of art and history, but also a hub of science, tells the traditions and the adventures of France at sea. The National Navy Museum is one of the two oldest naval museums in the world!

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The musée de la Marine invites readers on a voyage into the sea like never before — from the ocean depths and seabed to its wildlife, the ships that traverse and explore it, the people who make their lives by it, and its place in our environment...

More than a thousand pieces and works have been restored and showcased in this new exhibition route: visitors can discover and admire scientific and technical objects, scale models, paintings, decorative objects, photographs, sculptures, and furniture... The marine world has fascinated and inspired many artists and engineers.

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The museum is also very immersive, drawing you in completely: at the start of the visit you step into the bow of a ship and embark on an exploration through the different worlds on display.

The visitor route is laid out across several zones: ship models and hull shapes, the art of navigation, naval sculpture, France’s ports, and the maritime economy. Temporary exhibitions also offer a chance to explore certain themes or artists connected to the sea.

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Visiting the Museum

The National Navy Museum is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., except on Tuesdays. It also closes on January 1, May 1, July 14, and December 25. Admission runs between 9 and 15 euros, depending on the venue’s current programming. The museum is accessible via the Trocadéro station (lines 6 and 9), exit no. 6 “Avenue Paul Doumer – Musée de l’Homme.”

The museum also offers several playful and digital experiences to make the visit more interactive. You can discover a family-friendly investigative game, experiences with a VR headset or in a simulator, and even a small digital workshop that lets you play the role of an underwater archaeologist. The permanent route is also complemented by accommodations for audiences with physical, auditory, visual or cognitive disabilities, as well as for the elderly or very young children, so that everyone can enjoy this new venue. The Navy Museum aims to please all its visitors, with games, activities, exhibitions and news items suited to all ages.

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To extend your visit, also swing by the bookshop, or the restaurant, a brand-new addition to the museum. At the "Carré de l'Amiral", you can enjoy both sweet and savory offerings, as well as culinary happenings, such as an oyster bar or a cocktail bar.

A fascinating museum, waiting to be rediscovered without delay! Hoist the sails, sailors: the National Museum of the Navy opens its doors wide.

Museum News:

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The National Navy Museum opens its doors for an exceptional free late-night event on May 23, 2026, to mark the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums. [Read more]

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The Museum of the Navy highlights the painters who helped shape the history of the French fleet, with a historical exhibition opening from May 13 to August 2, 2026. [Read more]

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From October 14, 2026, to February 14, 2027, the National Maritime Museum explores the depths at the Trocadéro. Nearly 240 works retrace the history of underwater exploration, from innovations and myths to scientific discoveries. [Read more]

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Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
Next days
Wednesday: from 11:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.
Thursday: from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday: from 11:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.
Saturday: from 11:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.
Sunday: from 11:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.
Monday: from 11:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    17 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre
    75116 Paris 16

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    Prices
    Moins de 26 ans: Free
    Tarif sans exposition: €9 - €12
    Tarif avec exposition: €10 - €15

    Official website
    www.musee-marine.fr

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