Musée Rodin

Paris, France

The Musée Rodin in Paris showcases the work of Auguste Rodin, including iconic pieces like The Thinker, housed within a historic mansion and its serene garden. With a 4.7 rating and a modest entry fee, it offers art lovers a quiet, immersive experience.

Why choose Musée Rodin

You’ll wander through sculptural masterpieces set against a peaceful garden, a contrast to the bustling city museums. The intimate setting lets you linger with each work, something larger institutions rarely provide.

Best for: Art lovers · History · Couples · Photography

Start your Musée Rodin morning

Begin at the Rodin Museum, then walk to the nearby Musée de l'Armée and finish with a stroll through the Tuileries Garden.

1. Morning — Musée Rodin
2. 11:00 — Musée de l'Armée
3. Afternoon — Tuileries Garden

Visit tips

• Arrive at opening to enjoy the garden before it gets busy.
• Enter through the garden gate to see The Thinker up close.
• Arrive early; the museum opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 17:45.
• Buy tickets in advance to avoid the queue, especially on weekends.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
• Best time of day: Early morning, before 10:30
• Hours: 10:00–17:45 (closed Monday) — Closed on Mondays
• Entry: €14 — 14 EUR includes garden and temporary exhibitions
• Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
• Category: attraction
• Rated 4.7 by 20699 reviewers
• Tags: art history, garden stroll, quiet escape, moderate price

Nearby attractions

• Musée d'Orsay — museum, 12 min walk
• Tuileries Garden — attraction, 16 min walk
• Place de la Concorde — attraction, 15 min walk
• Pont Alexandre III — attraction, 12 min walk
• Musée de l'Orangerie — attraction, 13 min walk
• Musée de l'Armée — attraction, 3 min walk

More things to do in Paris

• Eiffel Tower
• Louvre Museum
• Arc de Triomphe
• Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
• Musée d'Orsay
• Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris

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