City of Paris Fine Arts Museum
(Petit Palais and the Musée des Beaux-Arts)

I’m so glad I made time to visit the Petit Palais during my trip to Paris. The building itself is stunning, with breathtaking architecture that feels like a work of art before you even step inside. The museum’s collection is equally impressive, featuring pieces by Monet as well as masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age and beyond. What amazed me most is that admission is completely free, and the wait to enter was minimal. I spent over two hours exploring the galleries and could have easily stayed longer. It’s a wonderful mix of grandeur, history, and artistic treasure. The Petit Palais truly feels like one of Paris’s hidden gems, and I highly recommend adding it to your itinerary.
Gaurav Singal - a week ago

This museum was bigger than I expected—especially it being free! Highly recommend stopping by by having a coffee in the courtyard and strolling to see the art after. We got in with no lineup around 11 and by the time we came out shortly after 12, there was a lineup!
Jess - in the last week

A young sibling of Grand Palace across street. This place is also a must-see if one is visiting Grand Palace. It has assembled a collection of several art works of several artists - sculptures, paintings, artifacts, etc. It is like a smaller scale of the famous Louvre Museum plus free admission with less crowd. One could easily spend hours after hours to learn throughout the history of each art work and appreciate the works of artists as well as the efforts to collect, maintain, and display to public.
qlv assoc - 2 months ago

This building is stunning and worth a visit without all the great exhibitions it holds. I was there for the Charles worth exhibition, which was breathtaking.two minor issues why this beautiful free museum doesn't get five stars and they are small things, one the glass case have a lot of reflections which makes it hard to see detail and second there is construction on going which means some of permanent rooms aren't open. Really recommend it
Evil Edna - 2 months ago

Petit Palais is a charming, free-entry museum in Paris with stunning architecture and a rich collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. Its peaceful garden and café add to the serene vibe. A perfect, underrated spot for art lovers and those seeking a quiet cultural escape.
Fitrian Ardiansyah - 2 months ago