So, are you planning a romantic getaway? Paris deserves its reputation as the capital of love : the City of Light offers us a setting worthy of a romantic film, so we might as well make the most of it! After the gardens and restaurants, let's move on to the most beautiful exhibitions to discover as a couple in Paris.
After all, the capital is a veritable open-air museum. Throughout the year, Paris vibrates to the rhythm of a busy cultural agenda, with something for everyone. If you're in the mood for some culture for two, now's the time to make the most of it! And to help you make sense of it all, we've put together our top tips for enjoyinga great exhibition together.
If you're particularly fond of this kind of outing, then be sure to bookmark this page! The selection is updated as we make new discoveries and announcements. So stay tuned!
Are you ready? Then it's off to the most beautiful exhibitions for lovers to discover on a romantic outing in Paris!
Tropical autumn, palms, treasures and secrets: the outdoor exhibition at the Jardin des Plantes
The National Museum of Natural History presents an immersive nature experience, nestled in the Grandes Serres at the Jardin des Plantes, from October 15 to November 23, 2026. The exhibition, entitled "Tropical Autumn: Palms, Treasures and Secrets," is now on view in Paris. [Read more]
Exhibition Viva la Bride!: Dresses, Traditions and Contemporary Art at the Arab World Institute
The Arab World Institute invites us to a celebration, and not just any celebration... Step into the Maghreb’s wedding universe with a vibrant exhibition on view from September 29, 2026 to February 28, 2027. [Read more]
Free after-hours at the Bourse de Commerce: save the date for Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Want to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free late-opening session, held on the first Saturday of every month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. Next date to note in your calendar: Saturday, November 7, 2026. Tickets sell out quickly—book now. [Read more]
Zoo Art Show: the immense temporary street-art museum in Paris La Défense — new extensions announced
4000 square meters of street art to discover across four floors of a building set on the forecourt of Paris La Défense. Here’s what awaits you at the Zoo Art Show, billed as the immersive museum of urban arts. For the occasion, works by more than 500 artists are on view on site. Here’s what you need to know about the Zoo Art Show at Paris La Défense, open to the general public since June 7, 2025. In response to strong demand, the Zoo Art Show is extending its run through December 2026. [Read more]
An exhibition dedicated to Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI at the Château de Fontainebleau
The Château de Fontainebleau is hosting the exhibition "Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI at Fontainebleau: Splendor and Sweetness of Life" from October 11, 2026, to January 25, 2027. This is a wonderful opportunity for history buffs to immerse themselves in the life of the royal couple. [Read more]
The Hangar Y's contemporary open-air exhibition is back! An artistic stroll in the green
The Hangar Y, which conceals a 10-hectare natural area planted with trees, offers a year-round open-air art walk, free on weekdays and €3 with access to the Hangar on weekends. Since April 28, 2025, new works have been added to the circuit. From Erwin Wurm and Lionel Sabatte to Pauline Tralongo and Odile Decq, it's time for an unusual, unplugged stroll through the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine. [Read more]
With a program like this, you'll never be short of ideas for a romantic getaway!
