Experience the best of Petit Palais

Discover the Petit Palais, where fine art, sculpture, and decorative masterpieces are housed inside a stunning Belle Époque palace. Stroll through galleries, enjoy temporary exhibitions, and relax in the peaceful garden courtyard.

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Petit Palais Museum and Current Exhibition Tickets

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Explore Petit Palais’ permanent collection, spanning paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts inside its landmark 1900 exhibition building.
See works by artists including Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, Courbet, and Rembrandt as you move through the galleries at your own pace.
Your ticket includes Eva Gonzalès: A Free-Spirited Artist’s Journey, running from September 15, 2026 to January 24, 2027.
See nearly 100 paintings, pastels, and prints tracing Gonzalès’ career, alongside works by artists including Berthe Morisot and Mary Cassatt.
Explore both the permanent galleries and temporary exhibition in one visit, with the flexibility to spend longer wherever your interests take you.

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Explore Petit Palais’ permanent collection, spanning paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts inside its landmark 1900 exhibition building.
See works by artists including Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, Courbet, and Rembrandt as you move through the galleries at your own pace.
Your ticket includes Eva Gonzalès: A Free-Spirited Artist’s Journey, running from September 15, 2026 to January 24, 2027.
See nearly 100 paintings, pastels, and prints tracing Gonzalès’ career, alongside works by artists including Berthe Morisot and Mary Cassatt.
Explore both the permanent galleries and temporary exhibition in one visit, with the flexibility to spend longer wherever your interests take you.

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€14

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Combo (Save 13%): Petit Palais + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Tickets

Flexible

Audio guide

Explore Petit Palais off the Champs Elysees then cruise the Seine from the Eiffel Tower area, close enough to enjoy both in one easy Paris day.
Use direct-entry access at Petit Palais to bypass ticket queues and explore both the permanent collections and current temporary exhibition.
Enjoy a 1-hour Seine sightseeing cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, with hourly departures, an audio guide in 14 languages, and onboard Wi-Fi.
Plan a same-day Paris outing, visiting Petit Palais and the Seine cruise in any order, using museum opening hours and regular boat departures.

More details

Explore Petit Palais off the Champs Elysees then cruise the Seine from the Eiffel Tower area, close enough to enjoy both in one easy Paris day.
Use direct-entry access at Petit Palais to bypass ticket queues and explore both the permanent collections and current temporary exhibition.
Enjoy a 1-hour Seine sightseeing cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, with hourly departures, an audio guide in 14 languages, and onboard Wi-Fi.
Plan a same-day Paris outing, visiting Petit Palais and the Seine cruise in any order, using museum opening hours and regular boat departures.

from ~~Original price€35~~

€30.40

13% off

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Combo (Save 5%): Petit Palais Entry + Louvre Guided Tour Tickets

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Combine a Petit Palais visit and a timed Louvre highlights tour to cover two major Paris art collections without crisscrossing the city.
Enjoy Petit Palais entry with access to all permanent galleries and the current temporary exhibition, exploring at your own pace in one visit.
Gain timed entry to the Louvre and join a 2 to 3 hour guided visit with an expert English-speaking guide, small-group tour and headsets when needed.
Plan both visits in one day, using your Louvre time slot as the anchor and fitting Petit Palais before or after, with one booking and slight savings.

More details

Combine a Petit Palais visit and a timed Louvre highlights tour to cover two major Paris art collections without crisscrossing the city.
Enjoy Petit Palais entry with access to all permanent galleries and the current temporary exhibition, exploring at your own pace in one visit.
Gain timed entry to the Louvre and join a 2 to 3 hour guided visit with an expert English-speaking guide, small-group tour and headsets when needed.
Plan both visits in one day, using your Louvre time slot as the anchor and fitting Petit Palais before or after, with one booking and slight savings.

from ~~Original price€77~~

€73.15

5% off

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Combo (Save 27%): Petit Palais Entry Tickets +Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Summit Access

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Save significantly by combining a guided Eiffel Tower elevator visit with full Petit Palais museum access in one central Paris booking.
Join a 90-minute small-group tour at the Eiffel Tower, with expert guide commentary and reserved elevator access to the 1st and 2nd floors.
Use your Petit Palais ticket to enter the museum building, explore permanent collections, and access the current temporary exhibition at your pace.
Plan a focused Paris day: anchor it with your Eiffel Tower tour slot and fit Petit Palais in before or after, all prebooked under one combo ticket.
Upgrade from 2nd-floor access to reserved summit elevator entry for extended city views during your guided tour, selecting this option at checkout.

More details

Save significantly by combining a guided Eiffel Tower elevator visit with full Petit Palais museum access in one central Paris booking.
Join a 90-minute small-group tour at the Eiffel Tower, with expert guide commentary and reserved elevator access to the 1st and 2nd floors.
Use your Petit Palais ticket to enter the museum building, explore permanent collections, and access the current temporary exhibition at your pace.
Plan a focused Paris day: anchor it with your Eiffel Tower tour slot and fit Petit Palais in before or after, all prebooked under one combo ticket.
Upgrade from 2nd-floor access to reserved summit elevator entry for extended city views during your guided tour, selecting this option at checkout.

from ~~Original price€64~~

€46.55

27% off

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About Petit Palais Museum

Petit Palais is a great place to slow down and enjoy art in central Paris. Its galleries cover everything from paintings and sculptures to decorative arts, while its elegant interiors make the building itself part of the experience.

AddressAv. Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris, France

Year opened1900

Founded byCharles Girault

Visitors per year1459371

Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Unesco status1991

Did you know?

Despite its name, the Petit Palais is anything but small, with over 5,000 sqm of space to explore.

It was built for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, alongside the Grand Palais and Pont Alexandre III.

Its mosaic floors were created by the same artist whose work appears in Palais Garnier and Le Bon Marché.

Why visit Petit Palais Museum?

Explore art in a stunning Parisian landmark

Step inside a beautifully designed museum where the architecture is just as impressive as the artworks displayed across its galleries.

See masterpieces from renowned artists

Discover paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts featuring works by artists like Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, Courbet, and more.

Enjoy a calmer alternative to Paris’ busiest museums

Spend more time appreciating art in a relaxed setting, away from the overwhelming crowds often found at larger museums.

Perfectly located for a Paris sightseeing day

Combine your visit with nearby highlights like the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and the Eiffel Tower, all within easy reach.

Plan your visit

Petit Palais Museum

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	11:00am–6:00pm
Wednesday	11:00am–6:00pm
Thursday	11:00am–6:00pm
Friday	11:00am–6:00pm
Saturday	10:00am–6:00pm
Sunday	10:00am–6:00pm

Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm (galleries close at 5:45pm). Closed on Mondays.

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What our guests say

Robert K

Poland

Couple

Oct 2026

Our tour to the Eiffel Tower was absolutely amazing and highly interesting from start to finish. If you are visiting Paris, this experience is a absolute must-see. Here is why we loved it: • Fascinating History: The guide shared incredible stories about the construction and secrets of the tower that we never knew before. • Breathtaking Views: Seeing the Paris skyline from the top platforms was an unforgettable highlight. • Great Organization: The entire tour was smooth, well-paced, and genuinely fun. We had a super time and highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a perfect Parisian adventure!

Combo: Petit Palais Entry Tickets +Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Summit Access

Isaac M

United Kingdom

Solo

Oct 2026

+6 more

What a place ..wow... views absolutely stunning. Try and go when it's quiet which is never but what can you say ..viva la république

Combo: Petit Palais Entry Tickets +Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Summit Access

Ciro R

Italy

Family

Oct 2026

+3 more

Fantastic experience, an amazing boat cruise where we admired all the most important sights of Paris: the Louvre, Notre-Dame, and the spectacular Eiffel Tower. An experience highly recommended in the evening, when the city lights make everything even more magical. Tickets were also purchased in advance to avoid the long lines at the ticket booths.

Combo: Petit Palais + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Tickets

Andrea U

United States

Couple

Oct 2026

+1 more

Highly recommend this tour. It was easy to get to, exactly as the instructions describe, and the boat staff was very friendly. Seeing the Seine River from the boat is unforgettable, especially at sunset.

Combo: Petit Palais + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Tickets

Georgeta N

Romania

Couple

Aug 2026

+7 more

The visit to the Louvre was an exceptional experience, and booking a tour for a small group of up to 20 people turned out to be the ideal choice—even though it’s a bit more expensive, it’s well worth the money. The guided tour lasted 2 hours; we had the option to stay with the guide or explore on our own (a huge plus for those who want to “skip the line,” since the line was insanely long!!!). The intimate atmosphere allowed for much better interaction with the guide, who stood out for his impeccable historical knowledge, a clear and engaging presentation of the information, and excellent command of the English language. Plus, the way he wove humor into his explanations made the tour not only educational but also extremely enjoyable and relaxing. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover the Louvre in a professional yet fun way!!!

Combo: Petit Palais Entry + Louvre Guided Tour Tickets

Alistair H

United Kingdom

Couple

Jul 2026