# Musée Carnavalet — Paris, France

> Founded by Baron Haussmann in 1880, the Musée Carnavalet occupies the Renaissance Hôtel Carnavalet and the seventeenth-century Hôtel Le Peletier de Saint-Fargeau. It reopened in 2021 after a major refurbishment.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: ✓ Free standard admission
- Address: 23 Rue de Sévigné, 75003 Paris, France
- Time needed: 3–4 hours
- Official website: https://www.carnavalet.paris.fr/en
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- The Tennis Court Oath — Jacques-Louis David · 1791 (unfinished)
- Marcel Proust's Bedroom — Period recreation · Belle Époque
- Portrait of Madame de Sévigné — Claude Lefèbvre · 17th century
- Revolutionary Relics — Various · 1789–1794

## FAQ
**Is admission really free?**
Yes — like all City of Paris museums, the permanent collection is free.

**Is the museum in the Marais?**
Yes, it is in the heart of the Marais district.

**How long should I spend at Musée Carnavalet?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Musée Carnavalet best known for?**
Founded by Baron Haussmann in 1880, the Musée Carnavalet occupies the Renaissance Hôtel Carnavalet and the seventeenth-century Hôtel Le Peletier de Saint-Fargeau. It reopened in 2021 after a major refurbishment. Key highlights include Marcel Proust's bedroom, Bal du Moulin de la Galette signage, Models of medieval Paris.

**How do I get tickets for Musée Carnavalet?**
✓ Free standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.carnavalet.paris.fr/en

**How long should I allow?**
Allow at least three hours — the museum covers all of Parisian history across two mansions with dozens of period rooms.

**Is it suitable for children?**
The period room recreations and Revolution galleries engage older children well. The museum offers family trails and activities.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/musee-carnavalet/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.