In the heart of the trendy Paris Marais neighborhood, the Carnavalet Museum displays the history of the capital, from its origins until today. The museum consists of two mansions, built in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and now connected to each other by a gallery.
The Hotel Carnavalet, which gave its name to the museum and in which Madame de Sévigné lived (famous for her correspondence with her daughter) houses collections from the prehistory until the reign of Louis the 16th.
The Hotel Le Peletier St. Fargeau shows pieces dating from the Revolution to the present day. Further, in the halls of the museum you will discover the rich legacy of Paris.
The museum is open daily from 10am to 6pm, except for Mondays and certain public holidays.
Free Entrance for the permanent exposition
The museum is location in the Marais / Les Halles area of Paris.
23, rue de Sévigné
75003 PARIS
Metro: Saint Paul, Chemin Vert
Information: +33 1 44 59 58 58