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Cluny Museum (Musée de Cluny) Tours
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The Cluny Museum (Musée de Cluny) is a popular highlight of Paris’ Latin Quarter. Best known for its six-part Lady and the Unicorn tapestry cycle, the institution also contains thousands of other objects, from illuminated manuscripts to sculptures.
The Basics
The Cluny Museum is one of Paris’ most important museums, one with rich history itself. The institution occupies three buildings: the Hôtel de Cluny (which dates to the 15th century), the Thermes de Cluny (the ruins of a Gallo-Roman bath complex), and a new welcome building designed by architect Bernard Desmoulin and unveiled in July 2018. While the Lady and the Unicorn tapestries are its blockbuster attraction, the museum’s other collection highlights range from sculptures and stained-glass windows to paintings and gem-studded jewelry.
A number of tours make stops at the Cluny Museum, including medieval-themed excursions and walking tours of the Latin Quarter. The Cluny Museum is also a participating institution in the Paris Museum Pass scheme, so you can choose to visit independently and explore the galleries at your own pace.
Things to Know Before You Go
- A sweeping restoration process, which began in 2016 and is projected to conclude in 2020, has modernized the museum and increased the size of its public spaces.
- The museum offers free entry during the first Sunday of every month.
- Newly added elevators have made the second-floor and underground exhibition spaces accessible to visitors with mobility issues; the museum is set to be fully accessible following the completion of its renovation.
How to Get There
The centrally located Cluny Museum is accessible via numerous forms of transportation. Take Métro line 10 to Cluny-La Sorbonne, line 4 to Saint-Michel, and lines 4 and 10 to Odéon, all just a short stroll away. You can also take the RER B to Cluny-La Sorbonne and the RER C to Saint-Michel. Additionally, bus lines 21, 27, 38, 63, 85, 86, and 87 stop nearby. The museum can also be accessed on foot, by taxi, or by Vélib’.
When to Get There
The museum is open from 9:15am–5:45pm, Wednesday–Sunday. It’s closed on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and the 1st of May. As part of its ongoing renovation work, the Hôtel de Cluny—one of its three main buildings—will be closed through fall 2020.
Events at the Cluny Museum
The Cluny Museum hosts a number of talks, presentations, temporary exhibitions, and special events. Its concert series, a highlight of the event calendar, introduces visitors to medieval instruments and compositions.
Address: 6 Place Paul Painlevé, Paris 75005, France
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Experience the best of Paris at a discounted rate with a Paris Museum Pass, good for entry at more than 50 area attractions over 2 days. Skip the lines for direct access to places like the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay, home to iconic works by such artists as Manet, Renoir and Lautrec. Visit landmarks like Versailles and the Arc de Triomphe and wonder among the many sculpture of the Musée Rodin―all by using this one convenient pass.
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- 2 days
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Museum Tickets & PassesParis Museum Pass 4 Days
Make the most of your time in the 'City of Light' with a 4-day Paris Museum Pass, allowing you free, skip-the-line entry to more than 50 monuments and museums throughout the greater city. Head directly into the Louvre to marvel at some of the world's greatest artistic masterpieces, take in panoramic views from atop the Arc de Triomphe, and stroll through the stunning Musée d’Orsay's Impressionist and Post-Impressionists galleries, enjoying works by Monet, Manet, and van Gogh. Other attractions include the Panthéon and the Château de Fontainebleau.
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Cultural ToursLatin Quarter Le Quartier Latin Guided Walking Tour - Semi-Private 8ppl Max
Visit the Ile de la Cité and the Latin Quarter with a local guide on a 2.5-hour, small-group walking tour that explores one of Paris’ oldest and most atmospheric neighborhoods. Trace Parisian history from ancient Roman ruins to the romance of the ‘Lost Generation,’ while following cobblestone streets past some of the city’s key landmarks.
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Private Sightseeing ToursPrivate Tour: Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie & Cluny, through the Latin Quarter
Discover Gothic architecture, medieval artefacts and centuries of heritage on this 3.5-hour art history walking tour of Paris. After a traditional Parisian snack of coffee and croissants by the Seine River, explore the 12th-century Notre Dame Cathedral with your guide. Visit the Sainte Chapelle on the Île de la Cité and admire the spectacular 13th-century stained glass windows in the nave. Finish your tour at the Conciergerie, once part of the Palais de la Cité. Your tour size is limited to eight to ensure a more personalized experience.
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Explore Paris at your own pace with the Paris Fast Pass, which gives you priority access to more than 50 attractions and landmarks so you can choose what you want to see and when you want to see it. Sites include the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, Centre Pompidou, and the Palace of Versailles. Plus, get around the city with admission for the hop-on hop-off bus tour and take a cruise on the River Seine.
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Private Sightseeing ToursMedieval Paris Private Tour
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Artists and Art Kid Sisters or Brothers graduates and experiencedEducational content adapted to the age and tastes of childrenA tailor-made, turnkey accompaniment: fun visit, recreational time and snack on request.
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Museum Tickets & PassesParis Museum Pass and Seine River Cruise Including Delivery to Your Hotel
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Cultural ToursLatin Quarter Le Quartier Latin Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour
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Private Sightseeing ToursLatin District 2-Hour Private Tour: from the Middle Ages to Midnight in Paris
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Historical & Heritage ToursFamily Treasure Hunt around Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Cultural ToursOld Charming Paris Stroll - 4h Private Tour
Enjoy a stroll focused on discovering the past of this incredible city. Wander the old narrow streets that hide incredible stories and anecdotes from more than twenty centuries!Private ExperienceExpert Guide dedicated to you and your groupSuitable for all agesDiscover behind the beaten pathLearn about the 800 years of the Louvre's developmentCross the famous train "Love Bridge" and have a wonderful view over the river SeineWander the streets of Saint Germain de Pres neighborhoodPass by original Roman ruins!Get surprised by interesting anecdotes about the French RevolutionEnjoy the Gothic architecture style at the unique Notre Dame Cathedral
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Recent Reviews from Experiences in Paris
Definitely Worth It!
Departure790309
, Sep 2019
My 25 year old daughter and I were in Paris for a couple of days and purchased the Paris Museum Pass. Having it delivered to our hotel was quite convenient; it was there at the concierge waiting for us when we checked in. Bypassing the lines at the Louvre and Arc de Triomphe was very nice, however - and this is why I gave it four stars instead of five - it does not skip the line at Versailles, nor does it cover the gardens. So although our admission to the palace was covered, we still had to wait and hour in line before we got in. And the gardens were an extra $25 for the two of us. Someone had recommended on a previous review to do the Seine River Cruise at night, so we did. BIG mistake. Other than seeing the Eiffel Tower sparkle, it was miserable. You couldn't see very much and it was chilly outside on top of the boat (and you really can't see anything from inside the boat). We regretted not doing it during the day. But for all the other museums and attractions, this is definitely the way to go!
Paris Pass
SUSAN g
, Sep 2019
One misrepresentation was that local transportation was included.
When we went to redeem the pass we were told it was not included. The big advantage of the pass is going to the head of the line when you reach an attraction. That really worked and saved a lot of time. The downside is that traffic is so bad it is very difficult to get around. You won't get to do nearly as much as you hope. Also, be aware of closing days for various venues. In addition, some of our group couldn't get in to the Louvre with just the pass. They were told they needed appointment online.
Engaging and informative
19sherrys
, Sep 2019
Caroline was quite pleasant, engaging and informative. We learned about Medieval Paris, especially the years1100 - 1500. Caroline removed our misconceptions and clarified our understanding of Paris in this period. At the end of the tour she pointed out a lovely square at the end of the Ile de la Cite where we could have lunch and a glass of wine and even borrow pétanque balls from our waiter so we could play in the square. We enjoyed a rich 2 hours with Caroline!
Museums‘ visits
Doris K
, Jul 2019
Unfortunately they didn’t let me enter the Louvre - what a shame. I was meant to visit the Louvre as one of the offers on my 2-day pass. Very disappointing! Viator should tell the buyer that there is a problem.
Wasn't everything we expected
Discover39619604071
, Jun 2019
First off, this pass was a good deal in that we did gain access into every museum we went to, HOWEVER...
We were not granted skip the line access at any museum. we tried, and were told it was just an access pass.
While we were able to get into the Palace of Versailles (after a pretty long wait), we were NOT granted access to the gardens. It was 40 additional Euros to get into that part of the palace. Still a decent deal, but, just be aware that skip the line is not a component of this pass, nor is access to the Gardens at the palace of Versailles.
Excellent
Nivia G
, Jun 2019
We were a party of 4 and the tour guide was very nice. We had some difficulty understanding her sometimes but she was very knowledgeable. I suggest in the Conciergerie that the tablets get included as part of the tour since it's not the same looking at bare walls as opposed to seeing in the tablet how it looked back then.
value for money
Excursion60728825347
, Jun 2019
Very easy to use and we saved a lot from this pass.was able to visit 9 attractions in 3 days. No need to line up to buy your entrance tickets
Saint Chapelle et al,
2224828
, Jun 2019
Emily was superb with a charming demeanor and personality and an extraordinary grasp of French history with lots of very interesting antidotes. Just terrific!
Easy
Terry D
, Jun 2019
It was easy to use and a good price for the convenience. Love the various museums and I’m thinking I will be hitting the min word count by now:)
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