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  • Explore France's Best Museums with This All-in-One Pass: The Paris Museum Pass

    Klook Team
    Klook Team
    Last updated 25 Mar 2024
    Paris Museum Pass
    Bonjour! Time to put on your best beret and brush up on your French, because the City of Love is waiting! Set your sights on the iconic Eiffel Tower, the idyllic Seine River, and the world’s most famous smile (the Mona Lisa) inside the Louvre. 
    But wait! Before you pack your bags and go, here’s something to help you save up and make the most out of your dream trip: the Paris Museum Pass. 

    What is the Paris Museum Pass? 

    Can’t choose which museum to go to? Hit them all up with the Paris Museum Pass
    Can’t choose which museum to go to? Hit them all up with the Paris Museum Pass!
    The Paris Museum Pass is an all-in-one card that lets you skip the lines and enjoy free entry to over 50 museums and monuments in and around the city for 2, 3, and up to 6 days! 
    Spend your sweet time exploring the Palace of Versailles, or drop by the Arc de Triomphe for a quick photo sesh, followed by a meet and greet with gargoyles at the Notre-Dame Cathedral. This pass fast tracks your Paris adventure, so you can see more fabulous sights without waiting or spending big. What could be cooler than that? 

    How does it work?

    To use the pass, all you have to do is choose from 2, 4, or 6 consecutive-day passes, receive your QR code, pick your museums, and visit as many stops!
    Though, note that you’re only allowed to enter an attraction once with the pass—no repeat entries allowed! 
    Travel note: Have your code saved on your phone or bring your pass with you wherever you go to enjoy free access to Paris museums and heritage sites
     

    How do I activate my Paris Museum Pass?

    The Paris Museum Pass will be activated as soon as you visit your first attraction. Once you activate your passes, they will be valid for a 2, 4, or 6-day use, depending on which one you chose. 

    Will I need to pre-book any of the Paris attractions?

    Most of the attractions in the city are open for tourists and art lovers, so there’s no need to pre-book your visit. However, there are some museums, such as the Louvre, that operate on limited capacity so you’ll need to book your slot in advance. 
    Before hitting up any of the museums, be sure to check out for pre-registrations and other COVID-19 safety measures

    Where do I buy my Paris Museum Pass?

    You can buy your pass as soon as you land in Charles de Gaulle Airport or Orly Airport, then look for the tourist information center where the Paris Museum Pass is sold. 
    Or better yet, secure your Paris Museum Pass from Klook and enjoy instant confirmation! No fuss, experience hassle-free booking with Klook!

    Which museums can I visit with the pass? 

    Art enthusiasts, history buffs, and culture vultures—get ready for a memorable trip to the cultural and fashion capital of France with the all-in-one pass! Here are some of our fave places to go around the city with the Paris Museum Pass: 

    1. Palace of Versailles 

    Walking down its lavish hallways will make you feel like a French royal too
    Walking down its lavish hallways will make you feel like a French royal too! - Credits: @louispaulin on Unsplash
    Get schooled on French History inside the grand and magnificent Palace of Versailles, or as the French call it, “Chateau Versailles.”  This 17th-century palace was once the home of kings, queens, and royals, including the infamous Marie Antoinette! Today, it stands as one of the grandest museums in the world, boasting rooms laden with gold, a hall filled with 357 mirrors, and a whopping 30,000-acre garden with an extensive collection of sculptures and fountains. 

    2. The Louvre Museum

    Fun fact: there are actually five pyramids that make the Louvre
    Fun fact: there are actually five pyramids that make the Louvre - Credits: @michaelfousert on Unsplash
    Everyone knows The Louvre. After all, it’s only the most visited museum in the world and also the largest. Its galleries span across 15-acres, housing an impressive collection of 480,000 pieces of artwork. From Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and Delacroix’s Liberty Leading People to the Venus de Milo–this is one heck of a museum you can’t miss!

    3. Saint-Chapelle 

    The stained glass windows depict over 1,000 biblical figures! - Credits:  @sleblanc01
    The stained glass windows depict over 1,000 biblical figures!
    Prepare to marvel at the beauty of Saint-Chapelle’s stained glass windows. Although not as well-known as the Notre Dame, this 13th-century chapel is just as magnificent, earning its rightful place as one of the world’s most beautiful churches. 

    4. Palace of Fontainbleau

    Henry II and Catherine de Medici built the castle’s grand ballroom in 1552. 
    Henry II and Catherine de Medici built the castle’s grand ballroom in 1552
    Paris abounds with magnificent castles, and this includes the Palace of Fontainbleau. Discover over 1,900 opulent rooms, where the French royals spent their days lounging in luxury, as well as Napoleon’s office, where his table still stands today. 

    5. Musee d’Orsay 

    Get lost in the sea of art!
    Get lost in the sea of art! - Credits: @inciselale on Unsplash
    Had enough of palaces? Run to the Musee d’Orsay, aka Paris’ only railway station-turned art gallery. Here you’ll find the station’s old clock as you delve into the colorful world of impressionist paintings, from Degas to Monet! 

    6. Pompidou Center Museum

     
    A whopping 15,000 kilos of steel was used to make the center’s unique facade
    A whopping 15,000 kilos of steel was used to make the center’s unique facade
    A fan of modern art? The Pompidou Centre is brimming with 100,000 quirky and colorful artworks! Learn all about Pablo Picasso, Henry Matisse, and Jean Dubuffet and what makes them great when you visit this modern art gallery! 
    Didn’t find your muse? Check out more attractions included in the pass here

    Is the Paris Museum Pass worth it? 

    Unless you’re not planning to stay in Paris, this pass is worth every penny! For only $60 for 6 days or $10 per day, you get to wander and explore the world’s most famous and magical museums and castles. And if that’s not enough, you’ll also save time thanks to the fast-track access! 
    So, what are you waiting for? Paris awaits!