Carnavalet Museum

Explore 50,000 artworks and objects at the Carnavalet Museum and experience Paris through the years. Peruse the temporary and permanent exhibits at the museum and get direct entry tickets or combination tickets with other museums at a great price.

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Carnavalet Museum courtyard with historic architecture in Paris.

Carnavalet Museum ornate room with historical paintings and antique furniture in Paris.

Framed Picasso painting on a wall of exhibition posters at the Picasso Museum.

Picasso Museum exterior in Paris with garden and blue sky.

Carnavalet Museum exhibition with historical portraits and artifacts in Paris.

Ancient artifacts display at Carnavalet Museum exhibition.

Elegant room in Carnavalet Museum with ornate furniture and historical portraits.

Visitor observing Pablo Picasso paintings in a gallery.

Picasso Museum art display with various framed paintings and sketches.

Sculpture of a veiled woman with a wolf at Picasso Museum, Barcelona.

Carnavalet Museum ornate fireplace and exhibition room in Paris.

Carnavalet Museum exhibition room with ornate mirrors and historical murals.

Carnavalet Museum courtyard with manicured garden, Paris.

Sculptures and paintings in a gallery at the Picasso Museum, Barcelona.

Picasso Museum hallway with framed artworks and ornate wooden doors.

Visitors observing exhibits inside a museum.

Combo (Save 5%): Carnavalet Museum & Picasso Museum Direct Entry Tickets

Extended validity

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Explore the French Revolution exhibit at the Carnavalet Museum and discover 5000+ masterpieces at the Picasso Museum with this discounted ticket.
With this entry ticket, gain access to the temporary exhbitis displayed at the Carnavalet Museum.
Marvel at over 50,000 memorial objects and cultural heritage archives chronicling Parisian history from the prehistoric period to the 21st century.
Explore the Picasso Museum in Paris’s vibrant Marais district and admire over 5,000 drawings, sketches, and paintings by the renowned Spanish artist.
Spot Picasso’s obsession with comics in his works and contemporary forms of comic strips stored in the basement.

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Explore the French Revolution exhibit at the Carnavalet Museum and discover 5000+ masterpieces at the Picasso Museum with this discounted ticket.
With this entry ticket, gain access to the temporary exhbitis displayed at the Carnavalet Museum.
Marvel at over 50,000 memorial objects and cultural heritage archives chronicling Parisian history from the prehistoric period to the 21st century.
Explore the Picasso Museum in Paris’s vibrant Marais district and admire over 5,000 drawings, sketches, and paintings by the renowned Spanish artist.
Spot Picasso’s obsession with comics in his works and contemporary forms of comic strips stored in the basement.

from ~~Original price€31~~

€29.45

5% off

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Eiffel Tower summit view with tourists on the observation deck, Paris skyline in background.

Tourist using telescope to view Trocadero from Eiffel Tower, Paris.

Courtyard of Carnavalet Museum in Paris with historic statue and ornate architecture.

Visitors enjoying the view from the Eiffel Tower's second floor, overlooking the Seine River in Paris.

Arc de Triomphe seen from Eiffel Tower, Paris cityscape in view.

Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Summit Access & Carnavalet Museum Direct Entry

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See Paris from the Eiffel Tower with a live guide, then switch to Carnavalet for the city’s story told through 3,800+ objects and exhibits.
Eiffel Tower: 90-minute small-group guided tour (10–20 guests) with reserved elevator access to the summit or 2nd floor, plus access to the 1st floor.
Carnavalet Museum: Direct entry to the permanent collection and all current temporary exhibitions, explored independently at your own pace.
Plan both on the same day or split them across days—your Eiffel Tower time is selected at checkout, while the museum visit stays flexible.
Choose the option that fits your view: summit access or 2nd-floor access on the Eiffel Tower.

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See Paris from the Eiffel Tower with a live guide, then switch to Carnavalet for the city’s story told through 3,800+ objects and exhibits.
Eiffel Tower: 90-minute small-group guided tour (10–20 guests) with reserved elevator access to the summit or 2nd floor, plus access to the 1st floor.
Carnavalet Museum: Direct entry to the permanent collection and all current temporary exhibitions, explored independently at your own pace.
Plan both on the same day or split them across days—your Eiffel Tower time is selected at checkout, while the museum visit stays flexible.
Choose the option that fits your view: summit access or 2nd-floor access on the Eiffel Tower.

from ~~Original price€63.57~~

€49

23% off

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Visitors exploring exhibits in the Carnavalet Museum, Paris.

Paintings displayed on a wall at Carnavalet Museum, Paris, showcasing historical art.

Carnavalet Museum gallery with historical paintings and artifacts on display.

Stained glass windows depicting religious figures at Carnavalet Museum, Paris.

Carnavalet Museum Guided Tour with Permanent Exhibition Access and Historical Insights in Paris

2 hrs

Entry includes access to the Carnavalet Museum’s permanent exhibition and guided highlights of key artworks.
Journey through Paris’s history, from ancient Lutetia to the French Revolution and modern times.
Stroll elegant courtyards, restored salons, and immersive period rooms with expert commentary.
Stories of writers, revolutionaries, artists, and everyday Parisians bring the city’s past to life.
Upgrade to a private tour in English or French for a more personalized museum experience.

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Entry includes access to the Carnavalet Museum’s permanent exhibition and guided highlights of key artworks.
Journey through Paris’s history, from ancient Lutetia to the French Revolution and modern times.
Stroll elegant courtyards, restored salons, and immersive period rooms with expert commentary.
Stories of writers, revolutionaries, artists, and everyday Parisians bring the city’s past to life.
Upgrade to a private tour in English or French for a more personalized museum experience.

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€150

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Visitors at the Orsay Museum in Paris, part of Combo: 29129 + 6235 tour package.

Visitors viewing sculptures in the grand hall of the Orsay Museum, Paris.

Interior of Musée d'Orsay, Paris, featuring sculptures and a large ornate clock.

Portrait of a woman in a black gown by John Singer Sargent, 1856-1925.

Sculpture by Paul Troubetzkoy depicting Giovanni Segantini seated with a cane and hat.

Carnavalet Museum & Orsay Museum Entry Tickets with Audioguide

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Audio guide

Get two different takes on Paris in one booking: the city’s lived history at Carnavalet, and the art it inspired at Orsay.
Carnavalet Museum: Direct entry to the permanent collection plus access to the museum’s temporary exhibitions.
Orsay Museum: Entry to the permanent collections and any temporary exhibits on display, with an audio guide for self-guided listening.
Keep plans flexible—both visits are self-paced, so you can take your time in the rooms that matter to you.

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Get two different takes on Paris in one booking: the city’s lived history at Carnavalet, and the art it inspired at Orsay.
Carnavalet Museum: Direct entry to the permanent collection plus access to the museum’s temporary exhibitions.
Orsay Museum: Entry to the permanent collections and any temporary exhibits on display, with an audio guide for self-guided listening.
Keep plans flexible—both visits are self-paced, so you can take your time in the rooms that matter to you.

from ~~Original price€44~~

€39.04

11% off

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Young woman enjoying coffee at a Parisian café with croissants on the table.

Paris Le Marais street with traditional architecture, balconies, and iron fences at a crossroad.

Fountain at Place des Vosges with historic buildings in Paris, France.

Musee Carnavalet garden with manicured hedges and flowers, Paris.

Parisian street cafe with red awnings on a corner building in Le Marais historic district.

Carnavalet Museum & Marais Food Tour

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Audio guide

Combine Carnavalet Museum's exhibitions with a flexible Le Marais tasting walk, blending Paris history and neighborhood flavors in one self-paced day.
Download the TouringBee app on iOS or Android, plug in headphones, then follow audio in English or German along the self-guided map.
Use your ticket to enter the Madame de Sévigné temporary show, then wander Carnavalet's permanent Paris history galleries at your own tempo.
Follow 40 plus suggested stops in Le Marais where you can pick your own bites, with illustrated audio stories, offline GPS and 1-year access.

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Combine Carnavalet Museum's exhibitions with a flexible Le Marais tasting walk, blending Paris history and neighborhood flavors in one self-paced day.
Download the TouringBee app on iOS or Android, plug in headphones, then follow audio in English or German along the self-guided map.
Use your ticket to enter the Madame de Sévigné temporary show, then wander Carnavalet's permanent Paris history galleries at your own tempo.
Follow 40 plus suggested stops in Le Marais where you can pick your own bites, with illustrated audio stories, offline GPS and 1-year access.

from

€27

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Seine River cruise boat near Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris.

Tourists on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III in Paris.

Seine River cruise boat approaching a bridge in Paris, France.

Seine River cruise boat passing by the Louvre Museum in Paris.

Seine River cruise boat passing Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Carnavalet Museum & Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Experience

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Get two classic Paris experiences in one booking and pay significantly less than buying Carnavalet entry and an Eiffel Tower Seine cruise separately.
Carnavalet Museum: Walk in with direct entry and browse both the permanent collection and current temporary exhibits at your own pace.
Seine cruise: Take a 1-hour round-trip cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais with hourly departures and an audio guide in 11 languages.
Use the museum visit and the cruise on the same day or split them across your trip, since the cruise ticket is valid for a month from your travel date.
Onboard extras include a tasting of 2 macarons or 9 pieces of meringues, with a breakfast option available depending on the ticket selected.

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Get two classic Paris experiences in one booking and pay significantly less than buying Carnavalet entry and an Eiffel Tower Seine cruise separately.
Carnavalet Museum: Walk in with direct entry and browse both the permanent collection and current temporary exhibits at your own pace.
Seine cruise: Take a 1-hour round-trip cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais with hourly departures and an audio guide in 11 languages.
Use the museum visit and the cruise on the same day or split them across your trip, since the cruise ticket is valid for a month from your travel date.
Onboard extras include a tasting of 2 macarons or 9 pieces of meringues, with a breakfast option available depending on the ticket selected.

from ~~Original price€36~~

€29.70

18% off

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What our guests say

Barbara S

United States

Couple

Last week

+5 more

We had a FABULOUS tour by Alexandre! It ended up being a private tour which made it even better. Alex spoke English perfectly

Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Summit Access & Carnavalet Museum Direct Entry

Miguel P

Mexico

Couple

Last week

Pepe was a great tour guide. He explained and talked about many details on the way to the Tower. And he waited for us at the meeting point and helped us get there. At the Tower, everything was very easy, safe, and accessible. Thank you very much.

Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Summit Access & Carnavalet Museum Direct Entry

Daniel K

United States

Couple

2 weeks ago

Amazing museum ! Wow just wow. Make sure you visit the fifth floor . I seriously gasped at some of the masterpieces that you could literally touch ( I didn't ) . Old train station turned i to this world class museum ! So great .

Carnavalet Museum & Orsay Museum Entry Tickets with Audioguide

Kamar A

Couple

Aug 2026

+1 more

I'm back for the umpteenth time to spend time with the family, and it never fails to bring me joy. I discovered an artist named Nabil Youssef. It's moving.

Carnavalet Museum & Orsay Museum Entry Tickets with Audioguide

Brenda P

United States

Couple

2 weeks ago

+1 more

First time in Paris and just loved the boat ride! Great narrated trip, beautiful night! Loved seeing all the people along the banks of the Seine. Waving😊

Carnavalet Museum & Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Experience

Astrinos P

Greece

Family

Aug 2026

We did this cruise as a family and loved every minute! Amazing views of the Eiffel Tower from the water and really nice atmosphere. Kids enjoyed it a lot too!

Carnavalet Museum & Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Experience

Ljubica H

Serbia

Solo

Jul 2026