Paris is packed with great exhibitions, andApril 2024 is no exception. In this article, we present our top 10 must-see exhibitions of the month, so you can make the best discoveries to suit your mood. From unusual exhibitions to the most eagerly awaited, our selection will guide you in your choice of cultural outings.
April is the perfect time to discover new exhibitions in and around Paris. Among this month's unmissable exhibitions, you'll find new museum openings, immersive exhibitions that plunge you into fascinating worlds, and the major exhibitions that art and culture lovers have been waiting for.
Our top 10 exhibitions for April 2024 in Paris include a variety of themes and formats, to satisfy all tastes and curiosities. Whether you're a fan of contemporary art, history, photography or street-art, you're sure to find something to suit you in this selection. The hardest part is choosing, but the choice is more limited.
Olympism, a world history: the Olympiad exhibition at the Palais de la Porte Dorée
Since 1896, 33 Olympiads have been held around the world. To mark the Paris 2024 Games, the Palais de la Porte Dorée is retracing their history and behind-the-scenes in a retrospective exhibition, from April 26 to September 8, 2024. [Read more]
Olympism, a modern invention: the exhibition between art and sport at the Musée du Louvre, our photos
The Musée du Louvre is gearing up for the Olympic Games, with a brand-new, sporting exhibition. From April 24 to September 16, 2024, discover "Olympism, a modern invention, an ancient heritage". [Read more]
Grands Décors de Notre-Dame: the Mobilier National's grandiose exhibition at the Galerie des Gobelins
Just a few months before the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Mobilier National presents the work carried out to restore the monument's decor, in a grandiose exhibition from April 24 to July 21, 2024. [Read more]
The birth of department stores, a double exhibition at the heart of these mythical Parisian landmarks
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the Cité de l'Architecture take us to the heart of the legendary addresses of Parisian art de vivre with "The Birth of Department Stores", a two-part exhibition. Visit the MAD from April 10 to October 13, 2024, then from October 16, 2024 to March 16, 2025, to discover the history of these temples to fashion right up to the present day. [Read more]
Metal at the Philharmonie de Paris: the major exhibition dedicated to extreme music, our photos
Extreme music comes to the Philharmonie de Paris! The famous hall nestled in the 19th arrondissement of Paris is hosting the "Metal" exhibition from April 5 to September 29, 2024. It's an opportunity to find out more about this musical genre, which continues to attract a huge following. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
The Art of James Cameron, the exceptional retrospective exhibition at the Cinémathèque française
From April 4, 2024, immerse yourself in the exceptional worlds of Titanic, Terminator and Avatar with a retrospective exhibition on the work of James Cameron, cinema's leading director and screenwriter, at the Cinémathèque Française. [Read more]
Mexica, gifts and gods at Templo Major: the Musée du Quai Branly exhibition unveiled
Discover the mighty Mexica empire and its mysterious culture, revealed in a new exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly, from April 3 to September 8, 2024. [Read more]
April 2024 exhibitions: great things to do in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Looking for a great exhibition in Paris or the Ile-de-France region in April 2024? Let us guide you through the program of new exhibitions, and enjoy some great discoveries in this beautiful spring month! [Read more]
Pic-and-pic-and-collegram... It's not easy to choose the right outing to brighten up our month of April 2024. Fortunately, we've put together a short list of free exhibitions to see this month, so you're guaranteed a good time! [Read more]
To discover or rediscover all the works of an artist, there's nothing like a retrospective! Museums and art galleries in Paris and the Île-de-France region are well aware of this, offering a wide range of retrospectives for you to discover without delay. [Read more]
Attention history buffs! Museums in Paris and the Paris region are overflowing with great exhibitions, immersing you in the history of France and the world... And if you're not sure which exhibition to choose, we've put together a selection of historical exhibitions and retrospectives for you to see again and again, for a journey through time like no other! [Read more]
In Paris, unusual exhibitions are on the increase. From immersive experiences to interactive works and sensory strolls, these exhibitions are sure to get you high. We take you on a tour of these not-to-be-missed hot events! [Read more]
If you're a street-art enthusiast, we'd like to take you on a tour of current and forthcoming exhibitions in Paris that highlight the art of graffiti and aerosol through the works of street artists. [Read more]
There are a thousand and one reasons why we can't travel and see the world. However, this doesn't mean we have to stay stuck at home: many exhibitions take us to more exotic landscapes and make us true globetrotters. Follow the guide! [Read more]
Art is expressed in many different forms; one of our favorites is perhaps sculpture... So we suggest you to discover our selection of sculpture exhibitions to see in Paris and in Île-de-France at the moment. [Read more]
Looking for a great exhibition in Paris? You've come to the right place: here we present a selection of the most beautiful painting exhibitions to be seen in Paris at the moment. All you have to do is choose! [Read more]
Museums are not just for grown-ups! Yes, there is no age to appreciate art: the proof is in these exhibitions that will delight children and their parents/guardians/grandparents, in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. [Read more]
Do you love contemporary art? If so, we'd like to take you on a tour of current and upcoming exhibitions in the Paris region, so you don't miss out on any good deals. [Read more]
What exhibitions await us in Paris in 2024? The capital's museums and monuments are already making us salivate as they unveil some of the highlights of the coming year. Follow our guide to the dates of the major exhibitions you won't want to miss. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From April 1st, 2024 to April 30th, 2024
Recommended age
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