# Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac — Paris, France

> Opened in 2006 at the initiative of President Jacques Chirac, the Quai Branly brought together the ethnographic collections of the former Musée de l'Homme and Musée des Arts d'Afrique et d'Océanie.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM (Thursday until 10:00 PM, Closed Mondays)
- Admission: €14 standard admission
- Address: 37 Quai Jacques Chirac, 75007 Paris, France
- Time needed: 3–4 hours
- Official website: https://www.quaibranly.fr/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Fang Reliquary Guardian Figure — Fang peoples · Gabon · 19th century
- Maori Meeting House — Maori carvers · 19th century
- Aztec Feather Shield — Aztec craftsmen · 16th century
- Navajo Sand Painting Textile — Navajo artists · 19th century
- Asmat Bis Pole — Asmat carvers · Papua · 20th century

## FAQ
**Is the garden free to visit?**
Yes, the surrounding garden and vertical wall are free to enjoy.

**Is it close to the Eiffel Tower?**
Yes, the museum is a five-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower.

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

**What is Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac best known for?**
Opened in 2006 at the initiative of President Jacques Chirac, the Quai Branly brought together the ethnographic collections of the former Musée de l'Homme and Musée des Arts d'Afrique et d'Océanie. Key highlights include Patrick Blanc vertical garden, Oceania mask collection, Pre-Columbian gold gallery.

**How do I get tickets for Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac?**
€14 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.quaibranly.fr/en/

**Is this the same as the Musée de l'Homme?**
No — but Quai Branly absorbed many objects from the former Musée de l'Homme and the Musée National des Arts d'Afrique et d'Océanie.

**Are there ethical concerns about the collection?**
The museum has faced repatriation requests, particularly from African nations. It has begun discussions about restitution of certain objects.

**Can I see the Eiffel Tower from the museum?**
Yes — the museum garden and the Les Ombres restaurant terrace offer direct views of the Eiffel Tower across the Seine.


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