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PARISLE MEURICE

MUSÉE MARMOTTAN MONETT: 01 44 96 50 33 | 2 Rue Louis Boilly, 75016 Paris

Located at the edge of the Bois de Boulogne, in the 16th arrondissement, this hunting lodge-turned-

museum houses the largest collection of Monet paintings in the world. If that’s not enough of a

draw for lovers of Impressionism, notable works by contemporaries the likes of Degas, Renoir, and

Gauguin also feature alongside Monet’s ineffable canvases.

Then, take a 20-minute taxi ride to the Musée Rodin in the centre of Paris.

MUSÉE RODINT: 01 44 18 61 10 | 77 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris

A showcase for the works of 19th century French sculptor Auguste Rodin, this artistic landmark

first opened in 1919 and now attracts nearly a million visitors every year. The museum is spread

between two sites: the stunning Hôtel Biron and its surrounding grounds in the centre of Paris, and

the sculptor’s old home in Meudon, just outside of the city.

The Musée de Cluny is just a 15-minute taxi ride or 30 minutes’ walk from the Musée Rodin.

MUSÉE DE CLUNY – MUSÉE NATIONAL DU MOYEN ÂGET: 01 53 73 78 00 | 6 Place Paul Painlevé, 75005 Paris

The Musée de Cluny (the National Museum of the Middle Ages) is a landmark for its rich collection

of almost 1,500 medieval artworks and artefacts. Besides its Gallo-Roman baths, the institution is

particularly renowned for its collection of tapestries, the highlight of which is the masterful, six-part

Lady and the Unicorn series.

The next stop is the Panthéon, found 10 minutes’ walk from the Musée de Cluny.

Two day itinerary: CultureA glowing beacon of art, design and freethinking, Paris has been home to some of the world’s most revered cultural institutions

for centuries. Although titans like the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay are as unmissable now as ever, the eclectic assortment of

niche museums and venues in this two-day itinerary make exploring the cultural side of Paris a real adventure.

Day OneBegin your cultural day in Paris with a visit to the Musée Marmottan Monet, 15 minutes from the hotel by taxi.

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Day twoGet the day started with a visit to the Fondation Cartier pour l’Art Contemporain, 20 minutes away from the hotel by taxi.

PANTHÉON PARIST: 01 44 32 18 00 | Place du Panthéon, 75005 Paris

Modelled after Rome’s ancient Pantheon, and closely resembling St. Paul’s Cathedral in London,

the Panthéon Paris is the work of 18th century architect, Jacques-Germain Soufflot. The grand

edifice is the resting place of a veritable who’s who of French historical figures, including Marie

Curie, René Descartes, Victor Hugo and, of course, the architect himself.

Then, take a taxi for the 20-minute journey to the final stop of the day, the Fondation d’Entreprise

Ricard.

FONDATION D’ENTREPRISE RICARDT: 01 53 30 88 00 | 12 Rue Boissy d’Anglas, 75008 Paris

While many Parisian museums and galleries showcase masterpieces of the past, the Fondation

d’Entreprise Ricard turns its attention to burgeoning artistic talent. Located in the heart of the

city, this avant-garde art gallery curates an exciting mix of contemporary work, as well as hosting

discussions on philosophy, sociology and literature.

The hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from the gallery.

FONDATION CARTIER POUR L’ART CONTEMPORAINT: 01 42 18 56 50 | 261 Boulevard Raspail, 75014 Paris

Clothed in a shimmering edifice of exposed steel and glass, the Fondation Cartier is unabashedly

elegant. Within, the contemporary art institution’s exhibitions encompass a wide range of genres

and media, from painting to photography to fashion and video art. The museum also organises

Nomadic Nights, a winter series of evening performance art events.

Then, take a 15-minute taxi ride to get to the Musée de l’Orangerie.

MUSÉE DE L’ORANGERIET: 01 44 77 80 07 | Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, 75001 Paris

Often overlooked in favour of the Musée d’Orsay (which features a larger collection of

Impressionist works), the Musée de l’Orangerie is nevertheless a delightful diversion during a Paris

cultural tour. The 19th century building is host, after all, to pieces from Monet’s stunning, large-

scale water lilies series.

The European House of Photography is then a 20-minute taxi ride from the Musée de l’Orangerie.

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All journey times are approximate and subject to variation.

MUSÉE PICASSO PARIST: 01 85 56 00 36 | 5 Rue de Thorigny, 75003 Paris

Located within a gorgeous 17th century mansion in the Marais neighbourhood, Musée Picasso

Paris is a must for fans of the father of Cubism. Alongside over 5,000 examples of Picasso’s works,

the museum houses a comprehensive collection of photographs, notebooks, drafts and etchings

tracing the artist’s creative process – and is the only institution in the world to do so.

Next, take a 10-minute taxi ride or 20-minute walk to La Saint-Chapelle.

LA MAISON EUROPÉENNE DE LA PHOTOGRAPHIET: 01 44 78 75 00 | 5/7 Rue de Fourcy, 75004 Paris

A word-of-mouth museum tucked down an unassuming street in the Marais, the European House

of Photography (or MEP, as it’s known locally) offers an invigorating insight into the photographic

medium. The gallery houses a collection of around 20,000 works and, since 1996, has exhibited

photography by Henri Cartier-Bresson, William Klein, and even Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld.

The penultimate stop of the day is the Picasso Museum, 10 minutes’ walk from La Maison

Européenne de la Photographie.

CONCERTS AT LA SAINTE-CHAPELLET: 01 53 40 60 80 | 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris

Few experiences are more rousing than a chamber music performance in the jewellery box-like

interior of La Sainte-Chapelle. The chapel on the Île de la Cité hosts classical performances ranging

from Christmas concerts to Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. A pinnacle of Gothic architecture, La

Sainte-Chapelle is famed for its gorgeous 15-metre-high stained glass windows and atmospheric

acoustics.

The hotel is a 10-minute taxi ride or 25-minute walk away from the Île de la Cité.