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The Musée des Monuments Français is a museum in Paris that is housed in the Palais de Chaillot, an Art Deco palace that was built on the same spot where a similar palace already stood before. The original palace was built for the World's Fair 1878 while the present-day one was built for the EXPO 1937. Also, it was here where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948. The Musée national des Monuments Français forms part of the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine and contains around 6,000 casts of sculptures of all periods, but with a strong emphasis on French sculptures of the Romanesque and Gothic periods.

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Musée des Monuments Français - Palais de Chaillot
1 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre
75116 Paris

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Opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 19:00
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday
11:00 – 19:00
Thursday
11:00 – 21:00
Friday
11:00 – 19:00
Saturday
11:00 – 19:00
Sunday
11:00 – 19:00

Closed January 1, May 1 and December 25.
La Cité closes at 5 pm on December 24 and 31.

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Admission

Reduced€6.00
Normal rate€9.00
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Location & Map

1 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, Paris

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Musée des Monuments Français, located in the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, offers visitors a comprehensive look at French architectural heritage. The museum houses an extensive collection of casts, mouldings, and scale models representing various periods of French architecture and sculpture.

    Visitors appreciate the museum's thorough representation of French architectural history, from medieval to modern times. The life-sized casts of portals from famous French cathedrals and the detailed models of iconic buildings are particularly impressive. Many find the museum's approach to showcasing architectural elements in a gallery setting both educational and visually striking.

    However, some visitors note that the museum can feel overwhelming due to the sheer volume of exhibits. The lack of English translations for some displays has been a point of criticism for international tourists. Additionally, a few reviewers mention that the lighting in certain areas could be improved to better highlight the intricate details of the exhibits.

    Despite these minor drawbacks, the museum is generally well-regarded for its educational value and the opportunity it provides to examine architectural details up close. The museum's location in the Palais de Chaillot, with its stunning views of the Eiffel Tower, adds to the overall experience.

    For those interested in architecture, sculpture, and French cultural heritage, the Musée des Monuments Français offers a rich and informative experience. While it may not be on every tourist's must-see list, it provides a deep dive into French architectural history that many find rewarding.

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