Christmas, New Year, Valentine's Day, birthdays... There's no doubt about it: thewinter season is costly! But there's no reason why we shouldn't go out for three months. And you don't have to: there are plenty of free exhibitions to see from December 21, 2025 to March 20, 2026! In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, museums, art galleries, foundations and other cultural spaces are offering us a lovely program to discover without moderation.
All the same, what a pleasure it is to live in and around the capital. Even in the darkest months of the year, our daily lives are brightened by these free or inexpensive outings. Paintings, sculptures, photographs, art installations or performances: art lives in Paris all year round.
It's decided: armed with our beanie and scarf, we'll brave the winter chill to enjoy these free exhibitions. But before you go, take your pick from this selection of things to do now and in the weeks to come. We've got plenty of good ideas for a great season in Paris and the Ile-de-France region!
You've already seen all these exhibitions? Come back and check out this guide later: it's regularly updated with new programming from Parisian art venues. And in the meantime, you can take a tour of the capital's free museums. And don't forget to check out the other exhibitions taking place this winter.
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Looking for a free museum in Paris? The Musée des Beaux-Arts, the Musée d'Art Moderne, the Musée de l'Aviation, the Musée des Arts Asiatiques - over 20 museums are free all year round, and we've got some great ideas for getting out and learning something new. [Read more]
The days are very short, it's cold... Quick, quick: let's run and cheer up in the nearest museum. Winter in Paris is a great time to visit an exhibition! [Read more]
Free museums and monuments in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: cultural tips
Going out this winter: not-to-be-missed exhibitions in Paris and the Île-de-France region
