Picasso Museum
(Musée National Picasso)
Musée Picasso located in the historic Hotel Salé is home to a collection of over 5000 works by Picasso himself
After 5 years of extensive renovations, Musée Picasso in Paris continues its longstanding tradition of focusing on the prolific works of Picasso.
Picasso, who passed away in 1973, had amassed a vast collection of his own work along with the work of numerous other artists. In fact he is known to have said "give me a museum and I will fill it" and indeed he has done all of that and much more. The Picasso Museum opened in 1985 and included a large representation of his works from throughout his career — not only paintings, but also wood and metal suculptures, ceramics and drawings. The overall collection exceeds 5000 works of art by Picasso himself as well as a number of works by other artists that he collected himself. Anyone interested in contemporary art and especially the contributions of Picasso to this genre will immensely enjoy this museum.
The Musée Picasso is housed with the very old Hotel Salé which was originally completed back in 1659. The age of the building as necessitated a major renovation to bring the building up to current safety and accessibility standards This renovation projected proved challanging from both a time and cost perspective and took a total of 5 years from start to finish. The museum reopened to the public on October 25th, 2014 and interesting date in that it was also Picasso's date of birth. If he was still alive he would have turned 134.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesPicasso Museum (Musée National Picasso) Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 5 Rue de Thorigny, 75003 Paris, France
Phone: 01 85 56 00 36
Official Website: Picasso Museum (Musée National Picasso)
Picasso Museum (Musée National Picasso) Reviews
Rated out of 5
We explored on 1st Sunday in October 2024; admission was free. Staff was friendly and helpful. The facility was beautiful and rooms lead you through the progression of Picasso’s art until late in life. All types of artistic mediums; most interesting. Hope to compare with Picasso Museum in Barcelona.
Tom Hedrick - 3 weeks ago
I didn’t (and don’t) know much about Picasso when I visited the Picasso museum in Màlaga last Summer and was impressed by the artwork so I couldn’t avoid going to the Picasso museum in Paris with so many more and different artwork of him. So many paintings and sculptures where you could see his development as an artist. It was really worthwhile visiting. (Unfortunately I can only post the puritan ones otherwise my whole review of this museum will be bounced by the puritan committee of this map)
Helen V. - a month ago
Well curated and very interesting. We learned the different phases of Picasso’s work, the whole breadth of his stylistic evolution. If you love art, this museum is a must.
Al Lee - 4 weeks ago
can genuinely say this was one of the coolest and most beautiful museums i have ever been to! the building is amazing and a work of art itself, and the artwork it contains is stunning. there are so many different Picasso pieces and it really gives a look into each stage of his life. tons of drawings, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, as well as his collection of inspirational works that he used. so glad i went while visiting paris!
Claire Oswald - a month ago
Despite this museum housing some 5,000 works by one of the most well known artists to have lived, I would say it is one of the lesser known museums in Paris. Most people visit the Lourve, D’Orsay etc, but for the money and quality of the collection I would come here again any day. The museum itself is somewhat difficult to access as despite it being a substantial building the entrance is tucked around a back street without much signage. The collection itself is composed of mostly paintings but also some wonderful sculptures (including superb chandeliers) along with prints and other works on paper. It is very well curated with extensive explanatory texts and full of unexpected delights. It also has good baby changing facilities which are an unfortunate rarity in Paris. Highly recommended
Alex - 4 months ago
Directions
| Metro / RER Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| M8 | Saint-Sébastien - Froissart | 8 minutes |
| M2 | Saint-Paul | 9 minutes |
How to get to Picasso Museum (Musée National Picasso) by Metro / RER
Note that the entrance to Musée Picasso is located on Rue Vieille-du-Temple, not on Rue de Thorigny even though that is its address
By Metro: From Metro Line 8 exit at Saint-Sébastien - Froissart Station; cross at the marked crosswalk and head west along Rue du Pon aux Chous to Rue Vieille-du-Temple and go left. Continue on Rue Vieille-du-Temple to the entrance on which is one your left. From Metro Line 2 exit Saint-Paul Station to your right (east) on Rue de Rivoli, then cross the street and walk north on Rue Malher continuing on Rue Payenne, then left on Rue du Parc Royal continue on Rue de la Perle and go right on Rue Vieille-du-Temple to the courtyard and entrance on your right.
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