8 Fascinating Museums in Paris That Will Make You Forget the Louvre (For a Day)

Paris has some amazing museums, some of which deserve as much attention as the Louvre. If you’re looking for a mix of famous art and hidden gems, this list is for you. These places will let you see Paris in a whole new way - and without the crowds.

1. Musée d'Orsay

The Musée d’Orsay in Paris is a fantastic art museum set inside a former railway station built in 1900. It holds one of the world’s largest collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, with works by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and Renoir.

The building itself is stunning, with a large glass clock and high arched ceilings. The museum also has sculptures, photography, and decorative arts from 1848 to 1914. Its location by the Seine River adds to the experience, with great views of Paris.

 Esplanade Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 75007 Paris - web