Explore World Cultures at the Musée du Quai Branly

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Tickets for the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac

Highlights

Admire 3,500 diverse artworks gathered within one expansive gallery space.

Discover a vast array of global treasures including ceremonial items, musical instruments, traditional masks, and tapestries.

Marvel at the museum’s striking exterior which boasts a massive vertical garden and distinctive architectural towers.

Explore civilizations spanning from Uganda to Uluru and Vanuatu to Vancouver.

The Musée du Quai Branly brings together the indigenous arts of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas in one continuous journey, with no walls dividing the galleries. It makes for an easy stop to build a full Paris day around, whether that day is about art, architecture or a quiet walk by the Seine.

Musée du quai Branly in Pictures

About the Musée du Quai Branly

The museum opened in 2006, the result of a campaign begun by collector Jacques Kerchache and carried through by President Jacques Chirac, whose name was added to the museum in 2016.

Architect Jean Nouvel designed a five-level building raised on stilts over the garden, with the four continents displayed together in one open Collections Area rather than separate rooms.

Why Visit the Musée du Quai Branly?

Four continents, one journey: Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas sit together with no walls between them, so you can wander rather than backtrack.

A living collection: Close to 300,000 objects in total, with around 3,500 on display at any time and pieces rotated throughout the year.

A living building: Patrick Blanc's green wall covers over 1,000 square metres of the façade with roughly 15,000 plants across 376 species, one of the largest living walls in the world.

A garden built for quiet: Gilles Clément's 18,000 square metre garden is screened from the street by glass, with winding paths, pools and small hills to explore.

“The River” installation: A flowing river of projected text by artist Charles Sandison follows the ramp up to the Collections Area, carrying the names of 16,597 peoples and places from the collection.

Opening Hours at the Musée du Quai Branly

Daily hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a later close of 10:00 p.m. on Thursdays.
Closed: Mondays, except during the Spring school holidays, and also closed May 1 and December 25.
Gardens: Open earlier than the galleries, from 9:15 a.m., with free access.

How to Get There?

The Musée du Quai Branly sits at 37 Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, on the Left Bank of the Seine in the 7th arrondissement, close to the Eiffel Tower and the Alma Bridge.

Find Your Route

By Metro & RER
By Bus
By Bike & Boat

The nearest Metro stations are Alma-Marceau or Iéna on Line 9, with École Militaire (Line 8) and Bir Hakeim (Line 6) also within walking distance.

RER Line C stops at Pont de l'Alma or Champ de Mars, Tour Eiffel.

Dining at the Musée du quai Branly

Brunch cruise aboard the Capitaine Fracasse

The museum has two places to eat on site:

Café Jacques, in the garden, open Tuesday to Sunday for a lighter break, and Les Ombres, the rooftop restaurant, for a sit-down meal with views over the city.

Accessibility at Musée du quai Branly

A dedicated accessible entrance for visitors with reduced mobility is located at 222 rue de l'Université.

Pushchairs are welcome throughout the museum, and reserved parking spaces for visitors with disabilities are available nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions about Musée du quai Branly

What can I see at the Musée du Quai Branly?

The permanent collection covers the indigenous arts and cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas, with close to 300,000 objects in total and around 3,500 on display at any time. Large temporary exhibitions run alongside the permanent galleries throughout the year.

Who designed the museum and when did it open?

Architect Jean Nouvel designed the museum, which opened to the public in 2006. President Jacques Chirac championed the project from its earliest stages, and his name was formally added to the museum in 2016.

How long should I plan to spend at the museum?

Most visitors spend around two to three hours moving through the galleries and gardens. Allow longer if a temporary exhibition is running, since the museum stages large shows alongside its permanent collection.

What is the museum's address?

37 Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, on the Left Bank of the Seine in the 7th arrondissement. It's close enough to the Eiffel Tower and the Alma Bridge to combine both in one outing.

Is the museum closed on any particular days?

The museum is closed every Monday, with an exception during the Spring school holidays, when it opens as usual. It also closes on May 1 and December 25.

What does my ticket cover?

Your ticket covers general admission to the permanent collections and any temporary exhibition running at the time of your visit. It's valid for entry on the date and time slot you book.

Is the museum accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?

Yes. A dedicated accessible entrance is located at 222 rue de l'Université, and pushchairs are welcome throughout the museum. Reserved parking spaces for visitors with disabilities are also available nearby.

Is this the venue's official website?

No. This website offers official tickets to the Musée du Quai Branly but is not the venue's official website.