There’s more to Paris than the Louvre.

With that in mind, here are some of the best museums in Paris.

Snag a seat at Angelinas terrace for a contemplative post-expochocolat chaud.

Woman walking into the Picasso Museum

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The first floor is dedicated to the Italian Renaissance period.

Rose Bakery tearoom, with its garden setting, adds to the romance.

There’s no better place to discover today’s leading artists or pick up an art book.

Interior of Musee du Luxembourg

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The thought-provoking permanent collection also merits a visit.

The rotating works date from the 1960s to today.

Father-and-son chefs Michel and Sebastien Bras helm the top-floor La Halle aux Grains restaurant.

French impressionist painter. The Water Lilies: Morning with Willows

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Yes, but safely stuffed within the private mansions of theMusee de la Chasse et de la Nature.

Keep an eye out for collaborations by emerging artists.

Furniture and paintings by Rembrandt, Guardi, Fragonard, Tiepolo, and Canaletto decorate this intimate Parisian residence.

Musee Rodin exhibit

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This former apprentice to Auguste Rodin was also a teacher to Henri Matisse and Alberto Giacometti.

Restaurant Le Rhodia is named after Bourdelles daughter.

Opened in spring 2022, Christian Diorshaute coutureuniverse neighbors the brands flagship store.

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The monumental exhibit even includes a room where retired couturiers demonstrate how tailored suits and gowns are crafted.

Mementos like Emile Zolas watch and Marcel Prousts personal affairs are also on view.

During the warmer months, the museums manicured courtyards transform into restaurant Fabula.

Exterior of Mussee Jacquemart Andre

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An impressive 250,000 items of clothing, accessories, and photographs make up its colossal collection.

Think Lanvin, Chanel, and Dior couture and ready-to-wear spanning decades.

Thematic annual exhibitions spotlight fashion personalities, trends, habits, and types of apparel.

Exterior of Mussee de la Vie Romantique

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Modernized in May 2022, this Gothic-style fortress is home to over 1,600 medieval masterpieces.

The frigidarium, with its 45-foot ceiling, also elicits awe.

Early morning at Palais de Tokyo

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Exterior of Foundation Louis Vuitton

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Photos at Musee du Quai Branly

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Exterior of Bourse de Commerce

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Interior exhibit at Musee de la Chasse

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Musee Cognac Jay

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Inteiror at Maison Victor Hugo

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Bourdelle Museum

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Musee Yves Saint Laurent

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Staircase in Galerie Dior

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Patio at Musee Carnavalet

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Exterior of Palais Galliera

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Ruins at Musee de Cluny

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Hotel de la marine

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