Palais de Tokyo
Paris, France
Palais de Tokyo is a sprawling contemporary art venue in Paris, housed in converted industrial lofts. It draws visitors with daring, experimental exhibitions that push the boundaries of modern art, offering an ever‑changing experience unlike traditional museums.
Why choose Palais de Tokyo
When you wander its raw, open‑plan spaces you’ll encounter works that feel immediate and provocative, giving you a sense of the avant‑garde pulse of the city. Few other venues combine that scale with such an ever‑rotating program of bold shows.
Best for: Art · Architecture · First-timers · Couples · Photography
Start your contemporary art afternoon here
Begin at Palais de Tokyo, then stroll to nearby sights for a relaxed half‑day of culture and views.
- Afternoon — Palais de Tokyo
- 15:00 — Jardins du Trocadéro
- 16:00 — Eiffel Tower
Visit tips
- Check the current exhibition on the website; some shows require a separate ticket.
- Give yourself extra time for the café on the upper floor—it’s a good spot to rest.
- Arrive shortly after opening to avoid the evening crowd.
- Check the website for any special exhibition tickets before you go.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
- Best time of day: Afternoon, after 14:00
- Hours: 12:00–22:00 (closed Tuesday)
- Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
- Category: attraction
- Rated 4.4 by 11777 reviewers
- Tags: contemporary art, industrial vibe, ever‑changing, city culture
Nearby attractions
- Eiffel Tower — attraction, 9 min walk
- Arc de Triomphe — attraction, 13 min walk
- Jardins du Trocadéro — attraction, 8 min walk
- Pont Alexandre III — attraction, 15 min walk
- Grand Palais — attraction, 15 min walk
- Champs-Élysées — attraction, 12 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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