Founded in 1794, the Musée des Arts et Métiers is classed as a science and technology museum. Wheelchairs and folding seats are lent free of charge against ID at reception, as long as stock lasts. The one thing to plan around is the end of the day: the museum floors stop being accessible some time before the building closes, and the ticket desks shut earlier still, so a late arrival gets less time in the galleries than the closing time suggests.
Museum
Musée des Arts et Métiers
The Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris, founded in 1794, is a science and technology museum served by a metro station that shares its name.
Typical visit
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Booking
Closed days
Closed on Mondays and on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
Last entry
Ticket desks close 45 minutes before the museum closes, and the floors are no longer accessible 30 minutes before closing.
Bags
Suitcases and large bags are not allowed inside the museum.
Getting there
Metro to Arts-et-Métiers or Réaumur-Sébastopol, or bus 20, 38 or 39.
Cloakroom
Cloakrooms are available for both groups and individual visitors.
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Why kids will love it
The museum lends an umbrella stroller free of charge when you leave ID at reception, subject to availability.
Plan your visit
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