Grand Palais

Location Paris

Historic beaux-arts exhibition hall and museum featuring art nouveau and modern architecture with a large glass dome. Read more…

Opening hours

Monday	10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	10:00 AM–10:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM–8:00 PM

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Eric Pouhier / GFDL

The Grand Palais is a historic exhibition hall and museum built for the 1900 World Fair, showcasing a blend of beaux-arts, art nouveau, and modern architectural styles. It features a distinctive large glass-domed structure designed by architect Charles Girault. Designated as a national monument, it hosts a variety of art exhibitions, cultural events, and temporary exhibitions.

The building integrates heritage and modernity, combining classic beaux-arts elements with innovative design techniques characteristic of art nouveau architecture. It has served multiple functions including as an art gallery and an event venue, and was notably used for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The site is wheelchair accessible and remains an important landmark for art, history, and architecture.