Montmartre: the best exhibitions to see in this Paris neighborhood

It's one of the favorite neighborhoods of Parisians and tourists alike. It has its own particular charm, with its emblematic monument, its intriguing alleyways, its nature, its iconic and romantic buildings... Everyone agrees: the Montmartre district is a real goldmine for walkers and the curious... That is, if you can make it up the many staircases that adorn the hilltop.

But these few steps are not enough to keep us away from Montmartre. Over the centuries, this historic district has attracted a wide range of visitors, including artists and art lovers. In the 19th and 20th centuries, painters from all over France and Europe gathered in this little corner of Paris to create, meet and experiment...

Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Modigliani, Pissaro, Steinlein, Gauguin and many others walked and painted these cobblestones on which you stand today... More than a century later, Montmartre remains a district of art: the proof is in the exhibitions and art events on view now. Follow the program!

Circus, a breeding ground for modern art: a vibrant exhibition at the Montmartre Museum
The circus has long captivated and inspired many artists. The Montmartre Museum presents a selection of 20th‑century works tied to this vibrant world, in the exhibition "The Circus, a Factory of Modern Art," on view from October 16, 2026 to February 14, 2027. [Read more]

La Halle Saint-Pierre in Paris: the Parisian temple of art brut in Montmartre
Want to get out and rediscover Paris's various artistic institutions? Stop off at the Halle Saint-Pierre, located at the foot of the Montmartre hill! [Read more]

Musée Dalí Paris: a museum of surrealist works
Sponsored - Dalí Paris presents over 300 works from a private collection acquired from Salvador Dalí and major collectors. Surrealist paintings, sculptures, engravings, objects and furniture bring to life the eclectic ideas of an insatiable explorer, fascinated by atomic science, Antiquity and the Renaissance, alchemy and religion. [Read more]

The Musée de Montmartre in Paris: discover a historical and artistic treasure trove
The Musée de Montmartre, a jewel nestled in the heart of Paris, awaits you for a tour of the area's famous artists. Explore the fascinating history of this museum in the 18th arrondissement, home to works by artists such as Auguste Renoir and Suzanne Valadon. With over 100,000 visitors a year, this museum offers an unforgettable journey through the art and culture of Montmartre! [Read more]

The Space Between Us: an exhibition featuring more than 120 iconic photographs to discover in Paris
Sponsored - LE BAL presents L'Espace entre nous - In the Wilson Centre for Photography collection, a photography exhibition running until 3 January 2027. To mark the Bicentennial of the birth of photography, LE BAL, the Paris-based art center, is for the first time dedicating an exhibition to a single collection: the Wilson Centre for Photography, formed by Michael and Jane Wilson. [Read more]

Montmartre never disappoints! And if you're heading further south in Paris, here's some advice on where to go.

Exhibitions currently on show in the Marais district of Paris
On the right bank of the Seine, in the heart of the capital, lies the Marais district. A melting pot of life and culture, this historic district is brimming with beautiful exhibitions that you should discover without delay. [Read more]

Latin Quarter: current exhibitions to check out now in museums and art spaces.
The Latin Quarter is one of Paris's oldest and most beloved neighborhoods. Here you'll find plenty of nightlife venues and restaurants... and also exhibitions to be discovered without delay! [Read more]