August offers a rare opportunity to experience Paris at a quieter pace. With many Parisians away on holiday, the city’s most celebrated museums and cultural venues are refreshingly uncrowded. It is the perfect moment to enjoy world-class exhibitions without the usual crowds and a true dream for art lovers.
Céleste Boursier-Mougenot transforms the Rotonde into a water-filled symphony under the dome. A vast 18-meter basin holds floating porcelain bowls that gently collide and emit delicate, spontaneous tones. The work invites silence, meditation, and wonder in equal measure.
Monday – Sunday
11 am – 7 pm
2 rue de Viarmes, 75001 Paris
Saint-Exupéry’s timeless tale unfolds through enveloping projections and evocative soundscapes. Expect floating planets, twinkling stars, and immersive storytelling that delights all ages. A luminous, poetic escape in a unique digital setting.
Tuesday, Thurdays, & Sunday
10 am – 7 pm
38 rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris
Van Gogh’s legendary paintings envelope walls through vivid projection and music. Brush strokes move, light shifts, and art comes alive around visitors. An emotional journey into the mind of the genius.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday
10 am – 7 pm
38 rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris
Over 130 evocative photographs and personal objects reflect Varda’s intimate vision of the city. The exhibition reveals Paris through her playful, tender gaze. A nostalgic, authentic journey into the filmmaker’s memories.
Tuesday – Sunday
10 am – 6 pm
23 rue Madame de Sévigné, 75003 Paris
This grand presentation showcases more than 400 works from Hockney’s diverse career. Paintings, digital works, and vibrant imagery fill the iconic museum space. A dazzling display of color, innovation, and creative range.
Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday
11 am – 8 pm
Friday 11 am – 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday
10 am – 8 pm
8 av du Mahatma Gandhi, 75016 Paris
Original fragments, photos, and archival storytelling define a compelling exhibit. It examines identity, separation, and the human impact of division. A reflective and essential narrative steeped in history.
Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
11 am – 7 pm
Monday & Saturday
11 am – 9 pm
1 Pl du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris
The urban jungle bursts to life inside this four-floor street art museum. Over 500 artists contribute murals, graffiti, and multimedia installations. Bold, energetic, and alive with underground creativity.
Hours vary, tickets must be booked in advance
4 Place de La Défense, 92800 Puteaux
Ancient relics and modern takes shed new light on the queen’s true legacy. This exhibition challenges myths and celebrates her strategic power. A compelling blend of archaeology and reinterpretation.
Tuesday – Friday
11 am – 7 pm
Wednesdays until 9:30 pm
& Weekends 11 am -8 pm
1 rue des Fossés-Saint-Bernard, Place Mohammed V, 75236 Piars Cedex 05
Rich gowns, perfume, and sketches highlight Poiret’s revolutionary style. The exhibition captures early 20th-century glamour and design spirit. A celebratory nod to fashion’s liberating era.
Tuesday – Sunday
11 am – 6 pm
107 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
Walk inside the shimmering inflatables, mirrors, and kaleidoscopic installations that pulse with color. This experiential show fuses art, architecture, and play. A dreamy, surreal escape that enchants and surprises.
Monday – Sunday
9 am – 8 pm
1 Avenue Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris
