Cluny Museum (Musée de Cluny) Tours
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The Cluny Museum (Musée de Cluny) is a popular highlight of Paris’ Latin Quarter. Best known for its six-part Lady and the Unicorn tapestry cycle, the institution also contains thousands of other objects, from illuminated manuscripts to sculptures.
The Basics
The Cluny Museum is one of Paris’ most important museums, one with rich history itself. The institution occupies three buildings: the Hôtel de Cluny (which dates to the 15th century), the Thermes de Cluny (the ruins of a Gallo-Roman bath complex), and a new welcome building designed by architect Bernard Desmoulin and unveiled in July 2018. While the Lady and the Unicorn tapestries are its blockbuster attraction, the museum’s other collection highlights range from sculptures and stained-glass windows to paintings and gem-studded jewelry.
A number of tours make stops at the Cluny Museum, including medieval-themed excursions and walking tours of the Latin Quarter. The Cluny Museum is also a participating institution in the Paris Museum Pass scheme, so you can choose to visit independently and explore the galleries at your own pace.
Things to Know Before You Go
- A sweeping restoration process, which began in 2016 and is projected to conclude in 2020, has modernized the museum and increased the size of its public spaces.
- The museum offers free entry during the first Sunday of every month.
- Newly added elevators have made the second-floor and underground exhibition spaces accessible to visitors with mobility issues; the museum is set to be fully accessible following the completion of its renovation.
How to Get There
The centrally located Cluny Museum is accessible via numerous forms of transportation. Take Métro line 10 to Cluny-La Sorbonne, line 4 to Saint-Michel, and lines 4 and 10 to Odéon, all just a short stroll away. You can also take the RER B to Cluny-La Sorbonne and the RER C to Saint-Michel. Additionally, bus lines 21, 27, 38, 63, 85, 86, and 87 stop nearby. The museum can also be accessed on foot, by taxi, or by Vélib’.
When to Get There
The museum is open from 9:15am–5:45pm, Wednesday–Sunday. It’s closed on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and the 1st of May. As part of its ongoing renovation work, the Hôtel de Cluny—one of its three main buildings—will be closed through fall 2020.
Events at the Cluny Museum
The Cluny Museum hosts a number of talks, presentations, temporary exhibitions, and special events. Its concert series, a highlight of the event calendar, introduces visitors to medieval instruments and compositions.
Address: 6 Place Paul Painlevé, Paris 75005, France
Admission: Varies
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Private Tour: Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie & Cluny, through the Latin Quarter
Discover the Gothic architecture, medieval artifacts and centuries of heritage on this art history walking tour of Paris. After a traditional Parisian snack of coffee and croissants by the Seine River, explore the 12th-century Notre Dame Cathedral with your guide. Visit the Sainte Chapelle on the Île de la Cité and admire the spectacular 13th-century stained glass windows in the nave. Finish your tour at the Conciergerie, once part of the Palais de la Cité. Your tour size is limited to eight to ensure a more personalized experience.
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Latin Quarter Le Quartier Latin Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour
Known as the famous Left Bank gathering place of artists and intellectuals, Paris’ Latin Quarter buzzes with the rich legacy of luminaries like Hemingway, Descartes, and Dalí. Explore its bohemian past and hidden corners on a private, 2-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Trace the area’s history beginning with medieval times, and stroll past highlights like the Sorbonne, Pantheon, Shakespeare & Co. bookstore, and shooting locations from Woody Allen’s ‘Midnight in Paris.’
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Paris Museum Pass and Seine River Cruise Including Delivery to Your Hotel
Savor the world-class art offerings of Paris while avoiding the long entrance queues with the Paris Museum Pass. Choose from a 2-, 4- or 6-day pass, and enjoy unlimited, skip-the-line entry to more than 60 museums and attractions in Paris and surrounds. Also included is a 1-hour sightseeing cruise along the famous Seine River. Get a new perspective on riverside landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Notre Dame while relaxing aboard a specially designed touring boat.
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Medieval Paris Private Tour
Discover a side of Paris that existed before the modern-day glitz and romance on a private walking tour of the city’s medieval remnants. See well-preserved monuments that date back as far as 800 years, including the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Fountain of the Innocents, the Sorbonne, and Hotel de Cluny, a former 14th-century abbey. A private art historian guide leads you through the city to unlock its medieval mysteries. Price is per group, based on a maximum of 10 people.
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Latin Quarter 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
The Latin Quarter is the heart of Paris’s historic Left Bank and one of city’s most atmospheric neighborhoods. Explore the cobblestone lanes and lively squares on this private 2-hour walking tour, hear all about its bohemian past, and discover the district’s coolest shops, cafés, and jazz clubs.
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Walking tour with private guide Latin quarter + free pastry 2H
History will no longer hold any secrets for you after this walking tour with Parisitour. In a small group and in the company of our tour guides and real experts from the city of Paris, the conditions are ideal for learning the secrets, anecdotes and surprise of the capital. With a history of over 2,000 years, Paris has lived and survived time. The capital of the most visited country in the world awaits you for a walk, with a glance at this city that is so dreaming.
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Old Charming Paris Stroll - 4h Private Tour
Enjoy a stroll focused on discovering the past of this incredible city. Wander the old narrow streets that hide incredible stories and anecdotes from more than twenty centuries!
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Expert Guide dedicated to you and your group
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Discover behind the beaten path
Learn about the 800 years of the Louvre's development
Cross the famous train "Love Bridge" and have a wonderful view over the river Seine
Wander the streets of Saint Germain de Pres neighborhood
Pass by original Roman ruins!
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Enjoy the Gothic architecture style at the unique Notre Dame Cathedral
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Latin District 2-Hour Private Tour: from the Middle Ages to Midnight in Paris
Delve into the Latin Quarter, and discover centuries of French history on this private 2-hour walking tour in Paris. Follow a private guide through the Latin Quarter and take in top attractions including the Shakespeare and Company bookstore, once favored by writers such as Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Joyce and Millen. Discover an ancient Merovingian cemetery, hear the tale of St Julian the Poor and learn the origins of Paris’ scholastic heritage. Pass the Cluny Museum on route to the Sorbonne and the Pantheon, then finish in bustling Place Saint Michel.
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Private Notre Dame & Latin Quarter Family Tour with a Local
Ready for a fun family tour in Paris? You and your family are in for a treat on this Family Friendly experience with a local!
Fun games, a treasure hunt, and activities that will spark your kids' imagination are all part of your personalized tour. This is the perfect way to discover the highlights of the heart of the city and while uncovering hidden gems of the Latin Quarter in an entertaining and interactive way.
Enjoy from the legendary Notre Dame, local streets and insights, to a fabulous park where the kids can play around plus a delicious tasting that everyone will love. On this Family Friendly tour, Paris is your playground!
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Family Treasure Hunt around Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Private History Walking Tour in Paris for Teens & Family
Parents that want to help kids and teens unpack the fascinating history of Paris can skip the typical guided tour, and opt for this private, family-friendly outing instead. It's hard to take a step in Paris without stumbling upon the city's history, which your guide uses as an opportunity to present fun facts, riddles, games, and stories to keep things engaging. From Medieval Paris to the French Revolution, this tour is perfect for making history fun.
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Latin Quarter Le Quartier Latin Guided Walking Tour - Semi-Private 8ppl Max
Visit the Ile de la Cité and the Latin Quarter with a local guide on a 2.5-hour, small-group walking tour that explores one of Paris’ oldest and most atmospheric neighborhoods. Trace Parisian history from ancient Roman ruins to the romance of the ‘Lost Generation,’ while following cobblestone streets past some of the city’s key landmarks.
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Enjoy free admission to 60 museums and attractions in Paris, including the Louvre, the Palace of Versailles, a boat trip along the Seine, and much more. At some of the attractions you'll be able to spend less time queuing, heading straight for the entrance instead.
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