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Petit Palais

The Petit Palais (small palace) is currently an art museum although it was initially built for the Universal Exhibition ("Exposition Universelle") from 1900 by architect Charles Girault. Nowadays it hosts the "City of Paris Museum of Fine Arts" (Musée des beaux-arts de la ville de Paris), part of the public corporation Paris Musées.

The 1,300 works of art in the museum range from sculptures to paintings, tapestries to icons) and cover a large artistic panorama. Ancient and Medieval collections are displayed alongside works from the French and Italian Renaissance and Flemish and Dutch paintings. Some of the 19th century painers represented here are:

Also don't forget to take a leisurely stroll through the charming inner outdoor garden.

The Petit Palais is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, between the Grand Palais on Avenue Winston-Churchill, the river Seine and the Avenue des Champs-Élysées.

Ongoing Exhibitions

Exhibition: Ribera: Darkness and Light

Poster image for the exhibition titled Ribera: Darkness and Light Until: February 23rd, 2025 (37 days remaining.)

Description:
The Petit Palais presents the first French retrospective dedicated to Jusepe de Ribera, a Spanish artist who lived in Italy.

 

Exhibition: Bruno Liljefors: Wild Sweden

Poster image for the exhibition titled Bruno Liljefors: Wild Sweden Until: February 16th, 2025 (30 days remaining.)

Description:
This exhibition features 100 works focused on Swedish nature and its wildlife, including paintings, drawings, and photographs.

 

See all ongoing local exhibitions.


Tickets for Petit Palais

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Petit Palais: Bruno Liljefors (1860 - 1939)

  • Entrance to the Petit Palais
  • Access to the permanent collection (free)
  • Access to the temporary exhibition
4.80 (320 ratings)
€ 12.00
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Petit Palais: Ribera Exhibition

  • Entrance
  • Access to the permanent collection
  • Access to the temporary exhibitions
  • Downloadable audio guide
4.60 (76 ratings)
€ 15.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Petit Palais

Q: What should I know before visiting Petit Palais?
A: Mandatory security check for all visitors. Bags bigger than 40cm are not allowed.
Q: Can I bring large bags into Petit Palais?
A: No, bags larger than 40cm are not allowed inside the venue.
Q: Are there any security checks at Petit Palais?
A: Yes, there is a mandatory security check for all visitors.
Q: Is there a cafe or restaurant at Petit Palais?
A: Yes, there is a cafe where visitors can relax and enjoy refreshments.
Q: Can I bring my own food into Petit Palais?
A: No, bringing outside food is not permitted.
Q: Does Petit Palais host temporary exhibitions?
A: Yes, Petit Palais hosts temporary exhibitions alongside its permanent collection.
Q: Is photography allowed inside Petit Palais?
A: Photography without flash is typically allowed, but check for specific exhibit rules.

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