[Paris] It's like an ancient temple! A fantastical free Instagrammable spot 🇫🇷🕌🌿
by yuztrip|アジア旅
Apr 9, 2024
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🏛️ Petit Palais – Paris’ Elegant Art Treasure 🎨🇫🇷
The Petit Palais is a stunning Beaux-Arts style museum located in the heart of Paris, right next to the Champs-Élysées. Built for the 1900 Exposition Universelle, this palace is now home to the City of Paris Museum of Fine Arts 🖼️ – and the best part? Entry is free! 🙌
🎨 What to See:
Permanent Collection – Paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Renaissance to the early 20th century, featuring masters like Monet, Courbet, and Delacroix 🖌️.
Temporary Exhibitions – Rotating displays of international and French art (some may have an entry fee).
Beautiful Architecture – Intricate façades, grand staircases, and a breathtaking inner courtyard garden 🌿.
Café in the Garden ☕ – Perfect for a peaceful Parisian break.
📍 Location: Avenue Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris, France
🕒 Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Closed on Mondays and public holidays
💶 Ticket Price:
Permanent collections: Free
Temporary exhibitions: Around €10–€15
✨ Tip: Visit in the morning to enjoy the natural light streaming into the galleries, then relax in the courtyard café for a true Paris moment 🌸.
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