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Visit the Carnavalet Museum, which is the oldest museums of Paris, and see the exhibits. It opened to the public on February 25, 1880, in the Hôtel Carnavalet, located in the Marais district. Since then, the museum has expanded, including the addition of the Hôtel Le Peletier de Saint-Fargeau in 1989. Today, the buildings reflect more than 450 years of architectural history. The museum’s collections cover the history of Paris from prehistory to the present. The museum holds over 618,000 items, including paintings, sculptures, models, drawings, photographs, furniture, and everyday objects. Together, they present the history of the city and how it has changed over time.
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Enjoy a deep dive into the history of Paris inside the fascinating Musée Carnavalet, in the heart of the historic Marais district. During this guided visit, explore one of the city’s most beautiful museums, dedicated to the story of Paris—from ancient Lutetia to the events that shaped modern France. Walk through elegant courtyards, restored salons, and period rooms as your guide reveals how Parisians lived and created through the centuries. Discover masterpieces from the Middle Ages, treasures from the French Revolution, and artworks depicting the city’s evolution. Learn the stories of writers, revolutionaries, artists, queens, and everyday citizens who shaped Paris’s identity. Explore rare objects, decorative arts, and paintings capturing the spirit of each era. Your guide will share anecdotes and explain the cultural and political forces that shaped the city. The Carnavalet Museum offers one of Paris’s richest collections, ensuring you experience its best rooms, artworks, and stories
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