Grand Palace - Grand Palais

The Grand Palace was built in the early 20th century and was part of citywide preparations for the 1900 World Exposition. Over the decades that followed, the palace became the venue for numerous art exhibitions. It was used as a military hospital during World War I and as a Nazi propaganda site during World War II, however, it is also frequently ravaged by construction incidents. In 1993, the building was closed for renovation and reopened in 2007.

Before going inside, admire the façade of this magnificent structure. Check out the Art Nouveau ironwork and glass dome that feature here, above the classic stone facade. A family-friendly science museum in the palace's west wing. Visit permanent exhibits that celebrate various fields of science such as physics, astronomy, biology, and chemistry. Visitors can participate in interactive on-site experiments held at various times of the day or watch a show at the planetarium.

The Grand Palace's vast exhibition spaces regularly host varied and changing events, often featuring dance, drama, film, art and even sports content.

Check the schedule of upcoming events at the National Gallery before you visit and buy tickets in advance. Major international exhibitions are held here and the demand for tickets is very high. Among the events that have taken place here are events commemorating Edward Hopper and Robert Mapplethorpe. After visiting the exhibition, dine at the on-site restaurant Le Mini Palais.

Address: 3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower, 75008 Paris, France

Operating hours: 10:00 – 20:00 | Closed on Tuesdays

Website source: http://www.petitpalais.paris.fr/en