Carnavalet Museum & Exhibition Direct Entry Tickets

Skip the ticket lines and gain direct access to the oldest museum in Paris. Roam through the captivating French Revolution exhibit, focusing on the pivotal years of 1793 to 1794. Imagine the intensity of the revolution, the political intrigue, and the societal upheaval that shaped modern France in that era with an array of artifacts, coins, and paintings.

The Carnavalet Museum is the oldest museum in Paris, dedicated entirely to the city's rich and complex history. Located in two elegant mansions in the Marais district, it showcases everything from ancient artifacts and medieval relics to revolutionary memorabilia and 20th-century ephemera. Visitors can explore beautifully reconstructed period rooms, view personal belongings of historical figures like Marie Antoinette and Marcel Proust, and admire exhibits on major events such as the French Revolution and the transformation of Paris under Baron Haussmann. With free entry to its permanent collections, it’s a must-visit for anyone wanting to understand the true spirit of Paris.

Carnavalet Museum & Exhibition Direct Entry Tickets

Discover the Carnavalet Museum on this sightseeing tour that includes direct entry tickets and access to temporary exhibitions showcasing Parisian history from prehistoric times to the present day, covering more than 50,000 memorial objects and cultural heritage archives. This museum houses a guillotine blade used during the French Revolution, making it a unique historical site in Paris. The tour allows guests to explore all five sections of the museum chronologically at their own pace, ensuring an immersive experience that lasts approximately two hours. With direct entry tickets, you can skip long lines and enjoy exclusive access to exhibits like the current French Revolution exhibit from 1794.

Explore Carnavalet Museum's Rich History

Your tour stops at the Carnavalet Museum where guests can explore its vast collection of over 50,000 memorial objects and cultural heritage archives. Established in 1802, this museum spans an area of approximately 6,900 square meters across two buildings: the Hôtel Le Peletier de Saint-Fargeau and the adjoining Hôtel Carnavalet. Visitors can see specific features such as the guillotine blade used during the French Revolution, a replica of the Bastille's Porte Saint-Antoine, and rooms depicting different eras in Parisian history from the Middle Ages to the Belle Époque era. The museum is unique compared to other historical sites because it offers an extensive chronological journey through Paris's development over centuries, making it essential for understanding the city’s cultural heritage.

Tour Highlights

• Direct entry to Carnavalet Museum
• 2-hour exploration with audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian
• Access to temporary exhibitions featuring historical artifacts from Parisian history
• Guided tour including skip-the-line access at major landmarks like the Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame Cathedral
• Audio guide available for all museum sections detailing over 50,000 objects chronologically
• Explore French Revolution exhibits from 1794 with detailed historical context provided by audio guides
• Temporary exhibitions showcasing unique artifacts not permanently displayed in other Parisian museums

Perfect for history enthusiasts, students studying European history, and tourists interested in cultural heritage, this guided tour provides an unparalleled glimpse into Paris's rich past. The two-hour format allows you to delve deep into the museum’s extensive collection at your own pace, explore specific exhibits like the French Revolution artifacts, and gain insights from audio guides available in multiple languages. By visiting Carnavalet Museum, you can experience firsthand how Paris has evolved over millennia while enjoying exclusive access to rarely seen historical items.