Musée National d'Art Moderne

This is an iconic museum and building that deserves a visit. But hurry up as it will be shut down for renovations until 2030. It is a place for imagination and even changing your point of views! It is a pioneer building that inspired many others and while it does need to be refurbished, it is still totally worth a visit before it closes in Sept 2025. The only downside is that the streets around are by now too crowded and touristic. That is common in other famous parts of Parisnot just this area...

Exhibits are quite good with Matisse, Picasso, Chagall and more all done in a chronological order so you can how each was influenced by those before them.

Beautiful building (Pomidou) housing a collection of modern art. The statues and some of the paintings are truly great, especially if you are a fan of modern art. Personally, a blue square doesn't do it for me. The building houses several Picasso paintings as well.

Beautiful national contemporary art museum. I often explore this area and really enjoy my time visiting the museum. They are very well organized and well maintained the artworks and collections. The artists are silvery amazing as well. The black and white jardin, the second hand shop by Ben it’s totally mind blowing. Don’t wait, visit now.

🌇Atmosphere The Museum of Modern Art in Paris is a refreshing and vibrant space, offering a contrast to the city’s more traditional art museums. Its sleek, minimalist design and well-curated exhibitions create a dynamic atmosphere that’s both inspiring and accessible. The spacious layout allows you to truly immerse yourself in the art without feeling overwhelmed, and unlike many Parisian museums, it’s rarely overcrowded, which makes the experience all the more enjoyable. 📍Location Situated in the 16th arrondissement, just a short walk from the Seine and the Eiffel Tower, the Museum of Modern Art is easily accessible and perfectly positioned for a day of exploring Paris. Its central location makes it a convenient and worthwhile stop for art lovers and casual visitors alike. 📚Information Dedicated to 20th- and 21st-century art, the museum features an impressive collection of modern and contemporary masterpieces. Highlights include works by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, and Raoul Dufy, whose monumental fresco La Fée Électricité is a must-see. The museum also showcases important works by Georges Braque and Amedeo Modigliani, alongside temporary exhibitions that highlight groundbreaking contemporary artists. Informative plaques and guides provide insight into the evolution of modern art, making it an enriching experience for visitors. 💰Value for Money One of the best features of the Museum of Modern Art is its accessibility: admission to the permanent collection is completely free. This makes it an incredible value, especially given the quality and variety of artworks on display. For a small fee, you can also access temporary exhibitions, which are often innovative and thought-provoking. It’s a fantastic option for enjoying world-class art without spending a cent. 🧑🏻‍🎨Staff Behavior The staff were courteous and helpful, providing clear guidance on navigating the museum. Their professionalism added to the overall positive experience. 🧐Final Thoughts The Museum of Modern Art in Paris is a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the evolution of art in the 20th and 21st centuries. With its free admission, accessible location, and impressive collection, it offers an unbeatable combination of culture and value. Whether you’re a modern art enthusiast or simply curious, this museum is a gem in the heart of Paris.

Had an enjoyable afternoon here, the art pieces were amazing.

excellent museum, but i have to complain about a human resource. i was looking at a painting and randomly a granny (member of the security) yelled at me in french to not touch and not be close to the painting. i'm an art student, OF COURSE I DON'T TOUCH PAINTINGS!!! i was only reading the description, a little far from the painting. after i moved on, she continued yelling at my boyfriend in french. very very impolite.

Breath taking views! Beautiful art! I loved the Le Corbusier and architecture as I am an architect. The design of the museum is curious.

We decided to come here because we heard that they are scheduled to be closed for a multi-year renovation. I'm not really a modern art guy. I think most of it to be a fraud propped up by hype and snooty arrogance. This visit didn't change my mind. The center is quite large but the exhibitions were not as large as I would have thought. We were able to walk all of them in under 3 hours. The location is cool. It feels like it is a central square and is surrounded by many tourist oriented restaurants and cafes. The view from the top floor observation deck was my favorite thing about the place.

The best museum in Paris for the views and vibes! Even on a winter weekend at sunset, it wasn't overcrowded--a refreshing change from the city's more packed museums. The main collection is on the 5th floor, with special exhibits on the 6th, and the panoramic views from the balcony are stunning--you can see both the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur. Entry is affordable at €15 per person, and the museum has several shops, dining options, and restrooms inside. It's also easily accessible by public transportation, with plenty of great spots to eat and drink nearby. A must-visit for art lovers and architecture enthusiasts alike!

Review is based on museum visit. Centre Pompidou was huge. I wanted to visit because I thought the red tubes escalate was interesting. It's in a great location near many food restaurants, bakeries and cafes. There was a line to enter where they check your bag and belonging, while you go through a security scan. There was a lot of people, even on a rainy night. You can spend a whole day here. It's a library with restaurants, food, and a 2 floor museum. 6 levels in total. I didn't see the entire museum as I had planned our my trip and didn't expect the museum to be as big as it was. But if you took a quick glance at everything, you'd probably be able to finish in about 2-3. They also have cute videos playing as part of their videography/media exhibit, that you might not be able to complete. Tl;dr - beautiful museum/restaurant/library, outside is beautiful at night. Museum is just okay, more of an extra time visit than a must visit.

What a fantastic venue! There is something for every age. The industrial architecture is futuristic. Don't miss the exterior escalators and the incredible views of Paris. Go to the top floor for the best views. We enjoyed several art exhibits during our visit. Centre Pompidou is included in the museum pass, which I highly recommend.

Amazing visit. Very busy when we were there in November 2023. I could spend hours looking at everything and taking it all in.

Came to Paris this last visit specifically to see the homage to YSL. The fashion brand Yves Saint Laurent was celebrating the 60th anniversary of its first show by commandeering six of Paris's mightiest institutions with exhibits at the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Pompidou Centre, Museum of Modern Art, Picasso Museum and Yves Saint Laurent Museum - all to celebrate YSL's life and works. Each museum had a different focus and theme. The Pompidou focused on his modernity. It was super cool to see drawings from YSL and the actual, finished garment.......or the specific work of art that inspired YSL to create a specific garment His artistry knew no bounds and the pieces were jaw-droppingly amazing The Pompidou had a fantastic layout to get to the exhibit and a guide to tell exactly which rooms helps pieces. I loved how they interspersed YSL among other pieces of art so that the theme carried over to other artists and it seemed like the larger exhibition was all part of the plan Bravo for magnificent curation! Bravo for YSL! Bravo for Centre Pompidou!

Really enjoyed my time at the Pompidou. I recommend it to anyone who's visiting Paris and wanting to view an expansive collection of modern art. Many hours can be spent here. There's also a restaurant on the top floor. Even got disorientated for a little bit, since one of the floors is a library that is not open to the general public. Quite the eclectic collection under one roof.

Wow, this was one of the, if not the, coolest art museum I've ever been to! The building itself is marvelous, and I loved all the exhibits they had featured when I went. I loved that it wasn't too packed, and that they stay open super late. The layout is somewhat confusing, but easy enough after walking around a bit. I will definitely come back here each and every time I come to Paris!

Pompidou is a building design as inside out. They building structure frame, plumbing, air and heating duct are all located at outside of building. Normally is enclosed in the building. This building name is after a France President. It is a multi use building. The building has art museum, public library, government sector and more. The roof top have cafe and view. The escalator was set outside of the building make it fun to visit. We have visit the modern art museum. It is interesting two floors. This museum may be one of the largest in Europe. It has some Picasso collection, sculpture, interesting art. The visit may need 2.5 hour. You can go to top sculpture garden. Overlooking the the city.

This museum has all of the modern mischief makers and envelope pushers that you learn about in art history classes--Miro, Duchamp, Kadinsky, Klein, Klee, etc--plus their lesser known peers and contemporary artists. It's exciting to be around so much creativity and spark. The building itself is a draw, and you can enjoy the nearby fountain filled with moving statues and take the famous elevator all the way to the top for free--the view is the best, and I prefer it more than the view from the Eiffel Tower! There is also a notable bookstore filled with art folios and a wall of postcards, accessible without tickets. If you enter the paid floors, expect to be wowed for at least 2-3 hours.

Of course, this art museum is five stars. In fact, of all the art museums in Paris, Centre Pompidou has always been my favorite. What you will find here, in the museum galleries, is a vast collection of modern art. They also feature a rotating collection of the art of specific artists. What this gives the viewer is a non-stop immersion of the visual senses and the ability to view some of the greatest art, by the best modern art creators. Centre Pompidou is also a visually stunning architectural superstructure. It is really a sight to see. Once inside, you travel upwards to the various galleries via these great, very visual, escalators. As you move upwards, you are provided with an exceptional view of Paris. One of the nice things about Centre Pompidou is that they have a free coat-check room, on the ground floor, where you can place your jackets or bags in lockers. With this, it frees you up to enjoy the art without the burden of holding or wearing your coat. Keep in mind, Centre Pompidou is a very popular museum. The lines to get in here can get very long. It's a good idea to buy your tickets in advance if you can. If you can't, the best idea is to get here early, when they first open, as then you have the potential to beat a lot of the crowds. If you like modern art, this is one of the best museums in the world!

This is a modern art museum with modern being defined as any art since the early 1900s. I tend to like this kind of art if it is the modern art from the early 1900s. Some of the early modern artists that I liked were Rouault, Delaunay, and Rupka with Rouault as my favorite. He used heavy brush strokes to give emotion to his characters. Instead of creating smooth, realistic facial features, he would have different colored brush strokes right next to each other, adding emotion, and in a sense, disfigurement to his characters. It was as if he was painting in a way to accentuate the characters flaws rather than clean them up. The more recent art is less interesting to me but that is mainly because I don't understand it, similar to what most people would say. Aren't there recent artists that paint real things? They should show some of those in the modern museum. The top floor has the most recent art. We quickly glossed over it before moving on to the next thing. Even if we were not interested in modern art, the Pompidou Museum was a great place to view Paris from above the rooftops. The Eiffel Tower is the more well know method of seeing Paris from above, but you would need to invest an entire day of waiting in line to go up the Tower.

A must if you like modern art of the recent (Space Invaders tiles) or classical (Frida Khalo, Yves Klein) variety. Keep in mind that the Serge Gainsbourg exhibit is located inside the 2nd floor library which opens 1 hour after the rest of the enter. The guards insisted that they control the time the exhibit opens, not the guests.

France's premier modern and contemporary art museum doesn't disappointment...if you're into this sort of art. I not an art afficionado, but I do enjoy the strange and eccentric works of art that came after 1850. You'll see pieces from Renior, Chagall, Monet, Picasso and more folks I can't name because I've exhausted my knowledge of art. You'll also see some really strange and quirky modern sculptures. €14 for an Adult, worth it for weirdos like me whom loves art created by fellow weirdos.

There is a special architecture exhibit on the top floor (June 2023) pay more to see the special exhibit, it is worth it. As with other museums of modern and contemporary art there are a lot of nice chairs/areas to sit and relax. To beat the lines are with any popular museum get your time stamped ticket for the first time of the day and arrive about 20-33 minutes early.

The Centre Pompidou is a unique experience in Paris. The exterior of the building definitely stands out from the surrounding buildings and you can see it clearly from many of the monuments in Paris. A very contemporary building housing contemporary art...perfect. My son's french teacher highly recommended the museum and so glad we worked this into our schedule. We enjoyed the exhibits we saw on the two floors...think it was five and four...really opens one's mind to possibilities and interpretation. The only issue (and it was a minor issue) was that it was confusing in locating where to start and to move around the exhibits...we sorted it out. It was a very positive museum experience and happy to recommend Centre Pompidou when in Paris.

French may know the art but they are certainly pretty bad at logistics. On fifth floor the first staff asked to check my backpack for liquid which is not unreasonable but the second staff just five get away asked me to storethe backpack in locker which is outside before the fist staff, not unreasonable again but pretty stupid obviously. When it close I had to get back to fifth floor for my backpack, I took an elevator up but they closed the escalator asking going back to fourth floor on foot and did not me use the elevator I just took which obviously only run between fourth and fifth floor. It was a mess and everybody was just confused.

So many artists here on 3 floors. I loved the Picasso pairings the best. You can spend hours here admiring all of the artwork, exhibits, and sculptures. The smashed up cars, the French colourful house, the Andy Warhol, the huge composition book, the Cezanne, all should not be missed. At the end of all of your walking, relax on the outside terrace, Georges.

Interesting and unique museum in Paris. B bought up a question about where they determined to put the artwork. It is a contemporary museum. You can find lots of modern artwork ranging from couple decades till now. It is a two floors museum. To enter the museum was awkward. Entrance was on the third floor. There are two checks to get into the museum. The entrance requires a lot of walking to get to. You would have to take 2 super long escalators before arriving to the entrance. Overall a good museum and highly recommend coming here for a visit. Note you need about 1.5 hours to 2.5 hours here to spare depending on how interested you are into the galleries here.

This museum is not as busy as others and line move very fast. Once you get in ,there are many different types of electric arts to be admired and it takes at least 3-4 hrs to go through all the different floors galleries. There is also outside area over look the whole city and a restaurant up on top if you are hungry. The best part is the museum with it nice perfect temperature for those hot summer days to keep you comfortable. It also got a couple of shopping areas that you can get souvenirs or books about certain artist

I L-O-V-E this museum. I wish I had all day to explore but 3 hours was enough time to see most of what I wanted to see. The biggest draw to come to this museum out of all the museums in Paris is it was open until 9 pm. We were struggling with adjusting to the time change from EST, so it was perfect for us night owls. I'm not gonna go through each level or exhibit because these things are best experienced live and in person. I will say the architecture of the building and the layout of the exhibits are a visual dream. I had no idea this place even existed until we were flipping through the guidebook. But I'm glad I did because this museum reminded me that I really, really enjoy visiting museums. I live near D.C. so I decided to visit one at least every month in 2020. Art is an expression of humanity and speaks to your soul if you let it.

July 2018. The place is a mess. We have been walking a bit before coming here. Trying to find the main entrance was confusing and frustrating. There is construction until 2019. Barricades all over the place. Some outdoor terraces were closed to the public. The exhibits were worth seeing. We took the famous escalators up to the top floor. Le Georges is a Restaurant on the top floor. It was beautiful and had great views. Very pricey. We just had milkshakes. They cost 12 euros each. The place is worth a visit. Wish we were here when construction had ended, oh well.

The place will wear you out, and is starting to show it's age, especially for a contemporary art center - I think it needs some refurbishment as parts here and there seemed 'of an era' gone by but trying to keep up. That's the architecture, still innovative in its way. As for the collection, oh holy heavens of art treasures, they have everyone, and many very interesting pieces, many I got to see for the very first time. An immense set of amazing Anselm Kiefer works, exciting pieces from Fluxus and Surrealism (Marcels: Duchamp! and Broodthaers), a nice Frank Stella and a soft sculpture that riffed on Picasso. I liked their pieces by Paul Klee and an interesting Jackson Pollock (seemed like a reductionist of his own work). The very downstairs was not interesting (film/photo area) - it seemed unmaintained, even a bit dirty honestly. I'm also annoyed, as most should be, by museums making patrons pay for traveling exhibitions instead of trying harder to get proper corporate and private funding to do so - for this reason we did not see either the Bacon nor the Boltanski shows currently on view, which we would have liked to. Paris is way overpriced across the board as it is, this is just a hinderance after paying full fare to get in. Oh, and if you don't know, the Brancusi Atelier, which I believe is free to the public (small but worth the visit to see a quasi layout of a great artist's studio space/s), is via separate entrance (no connection between the main museum and it - even though there is a doorway - it's private (for employees?)..... You can see a majority of this museum in a few solid hours.

Another great museum in Paris. What's different about this one is that there are many genres from contemporary to the old including impressionist and temporary and revolving exhibits. Tip: There are two lines for security, one with tickets and one without. The security line for "with tickets" is generally shorter. Get in that line (regardless if you have a ticket or not) since they don't check for your actual ticket when you enter the exhibits. Once you pass security you can purchase your tickets. They also have a nice bar and restaurant on the top floor. A balcony where you can see as far as the Eiffel tower and the Sacré-Cœur. Basically you get really nice views of the city. The temporary exhibits are included in the price.

Centre Pompidou is one of the many famous museums in Paris. I just did not have the time to go in an admire the art but I had to see the building in person. Such a neat and weird looking design. The architecture is so different and unusual. From afar it looks like a building going through construction but up close you can admire the colors and craziness. The entrance is huge and the stairwells are pretty cool. Looks like a hot mess but awesome at the same time.

I've been waiting some time to visit this museum and I finally got it done on this last trip! It was pouring rain, and it was right around the corner, and to my luck the entrance was free this day (Sunday). I explored the free exhibits were on the 4th and 5th floor. It was very contemporary and displayed a lot of cool exhibits (see photos). There's so much to see and I was on a time limit so I swiftly peeked into each room to see if anything would catch my eye, and I got stuck standing in a few rooms for more than 5 minutes admiring the artwork. Nonetheless, I would definitely come back to the museum to check out the other floors I missed. The outside also has a water display which is pretty and trendy. It's called the Stravinsky Fountain.

I am giving this a 4 star rating because my son and I did not have time to go inside. It was a "must see" of our trip so I wanted to at least get photos of the outside. I'm really glad I did because it was awesome to see the "inside-out" architecture and how they painted each part of the mechanics a different color (green pipes are plumbing, blue ducts are for climate control, electrical wires are encased in yellow, and circulation elements and devices for safety (e.g., fire extinguishers) are red). On our next trip to Paris this will be high up on my list of places to visit. I adore modern art and can't wait to see the offerings here.

Make sure you get there before 8 PM because they stop Edmonds and start clearing it out by 8:30 PM. Beautiful from the outside!

This is a really wonderful modern art museum. The building itself is an enormous piece of art. Covering a full city block in Paris, is this 9 story glass building with color coded pipes, wiring passageways, plumbing etc, visible everywhere. The museum is set up to view from the top floor& work your way down. We loved the architectural design, furniture design, automobile & jewelry design. The art is laid out so that the ages & stages of an artist's career can be viewed, many times concurrently. This is a nice way to view art & learn about the breadth of one persons talent. There are wonderful outdoor spaces for checking out the beautiful Paris skyline, putting your feet in the reflecting pools at the base of sculptures. In order to start at the top, we needed to ride up the escalators, along the side of the building. There was no air conditioning in this area & we were at the museum on a very hot day. I wonder if there is heat in the winter. The gift shop on the ground floor has a fabulous collection of unusual household items & great gifts. We almost didn't go to the Pompidou Center due to the mega-popularity & promotion of so many other venues in the City of Lights. By the way, a bonus was, our 13 year old granddaughter, who was mostly bored at the Louvre, loved this modern art museum. The 2 hours that we spent here was not enough time, even to a 13 year old. She was fascinated by the architecture of the whole homes on display, as well as the numerous pieces of furniture, that are considered unique enough to be art. Give yourself some time & go enjoy!

I'm going to preface this by saying that I'm not a huge fan of museums. Most of the time I'm more interested in the building and the architecture rather than most of the paintings and sculptures inside, but with this museum particular it was both. I visited late in the day on a random Monday night after dinner in Le Marais. There was no line out front and I was able to walk right in. Inside, there was very little people walking around which made it seem like we had the museum all to ourselves. It was definitely refreshing to see modern art, stuff that was more out there and abstract. Not only did coming later help us avoid crowds, but at the top outside on the patio we could see the Eiffel Tower light up with the sunset in the background. It was something we happily stumbled upon and it made our visit that much more special. I'd definitely do this again.

The Location: Metro#11, exit "Rambuteau". The metro station is right next to the museum. The Admission: 11 euro (included in the museum pass) It is one of the world's leading museums of modern and contemporary art. They have a theater for performance. There is a cafe. Big courtyard, during summer time, there are street performers. Many restaurants/cafes nearby. Definitely a fun place to hang out.

I would plan to spend a whole day at this museum if you love modern/contemporary arts. It's definitely worth the 14 euros. It's a nice change from the art styles (that are still impressive) found at the Louvre and Musee d'orsay. Don't lose your ticket because you will need it to swipe in every gallery and exhibition.

The museum in itself is pretty funky and fun. I liked riding up the escalators to the top floor. There you can get a nice view of the surrounding area. I didn't really like how the museum was organized though. It seemed not really well thought out. Usually, museums are organized based off of period or style. I felt like different artists were sporadically placed everywhere. I couldn't get a cohesive grasp of what they were trying to show or teach. When we came, they had a special exhibit where a lady walked around the room and offered guests the "gift of music." If the person accepted, she would escort you into the museum and perform an operatic to that person. It was really cool to watch. I really enjoyed this out of box presentation that was unique and fun. The reason why I didn't think this museum was that great was because they don't allow any food in the lobby area of the museum. Okay, I understand that there should be absolutely no food in the museum for obvious reasons but come on, the lobby area where you buy tickets was very spacious with no valuable or sacred works of art really around. It was just this huge open space. A snooty worker quickly told us that we needed to leave the area or go to the restaurant area if we wanted to feed our little kid. Well, I think that is fine that we had to go to the restaurant area but I didn't appreciate the attitude. Also, when you go to the restaurant, you feel obligated to buy something there. It isn't like an open space with tables. Most of the people there has ordered some food or beverages from the restaurant. You can't really buy your own food and bring it. My kid has a lot of allergies so I can't just buy from anywhere. I just thought the museum seemed a little inflexible about offering visitors a place to rest or eat.

A very modern building which resides a museum. The outsider's red awning staircase where all the escalators are built on the outside and seen at a distance. The view is amazing from above! It was closing time soon but my former love and I did get to view some exhibits or artwork, and explore the sculptures. We briefly browsed through the square around the structure to maximize our money's worth from the Carte Musee five days pass.

Do you have a background in art that allows you to understand the modern, contemporary and post modern movements? Did you pay enough attention in high school art to hear about big shots like Dali, and wanna score some bragging rights? ...wanna see some crazy shit!? If you answered 'YES!' to any of these, step right in. In a city that scores its reputation on the more ancient side of history, it's time to indulge in a giant collection of stuff you don't see every day. Like the tactile art designed for the blind to feel paintings. Or that weird cave to walk into. Lots of interactive art here. Or the "tragicomedy" made by splicing together footage from dozens of scavenged film reels. 12 straight minutes of stuff like blimp crashes...or a model taking off her top, only to be interrupted by war footage of readying and firing torpedoes. I was thoroughly entertained. Of course, you can always view some very novel sculptures as well as early 20th century paintings. They also have traveling exhibits on the top floor, as well as a restaurant that gives you the pleasure of viewing the Parisian skyline at your leisure. I'd gone during "Frida et moi", which was coincidental because most of her work rests in my corner of the globe. The gift shop here is also amazing, and the selections are fairly priced. You can score some practical gadgets here, like the shell lamp or rocket ship juicer. Overall, you might not have heard of this place, but you NEED to give it a try. It kicks ass.

What a fun museum! Contemporary and modern art....some a little odd, but interesting. The nice thing is that it's not going to take you all day to go through it and there's always a new exhibit coming. We were able to see a Lichtenstein exhibit, but some images we couldn't take pictures. I think one of the more unusual works was the room of felt rolls with a single piano. We met a family from my old hometown, San Jose, which was great cause it gave us a chance to practice our English...LOL! Oh, there was also performance art in the lobby; a guy walked slowly up stairs leading to a platform, and then jumped onto a large inflated mat. Definitely come check out this museum.

Superb! Definitely worth a visit. Move over, MOMA! Beautifully curated. Excellent destination for today's lover of modern art.

HUGE and slightly confusing space. Horrendous lines. GREAT location. We purchased our tickets in advance online so we were able to bypass the horrendous line. Instead we just had to stand in the long crazy line that wasn't as crazy. Once we got through the security checkpoint, it was a breeze. Our two tickets were for the day before. We ended up mixing up the dates because of the time difference and so we showed them at the door. They allowed us to still wait in the "online tickets" line and then directed us to speak with the tickets sales counter. We were able to use our tickets from the day before which we were grateful for. I loved that there was SO MUCH to see and not everything required admission fee. The had an extensive modern and contemporary art collection. I didn't actually see any of the featured exhibits because it was already so much and we unfortunately had limited time. So I suggest that if you plan to visit, make this your first stop. We went to another gallery and did a lot of walking before coming here and were POOPED. We couldn't handle walking the entire space and ended up having to take multiple breaks. And we definitely weren't the only ones. The bathrooms were disgusting and also had a line. Almost every stall was out of toilet paper. They should consider increasing the bathroom checks throughout the day because it was only early afternoon when we were here. Definitely a cool space and a must see when in Paris.

This place is huge. Would probably take up half your day if you want to look at everything. The space was exciting and the content was cool and interesting. I wasn't able to look at everything but as you move in to the more contemporary artworks it does get more interactive and fun than the standard artworks previous to that time period.

So much wonderful art. Went for the Chagall exhibit and saw more of his work than ever before. Get ready to spend the day here, then be properly museumed-out. The gift shop is a mod tchotchke mecca, while the bookstore has all the art prints and funny postcards you could possibly want. Get the 3D art viewers! Ps The escalators are confusing. Some levels are neither labeled nor blocked-off and don't lead you anywhere. Pps Keep your ticket handy, as they scan at most exhibits

I have gone here twice and I was not disappointed with each visit. My favorite exhibit was the relationship between music and the visual (a la Disney's Fantasia). Even if you are not an art lover, a visit to this place is a must!

I really enjoyed the modern art here. There were Warhol's, Picasso, Matisse and some pretty wild modern art.

Paris's amazing modern and contemporary art museum is another of my favorite museums to visit. Their modern collection is excellent. Both times I have visited, the museum has not been crowded, and it has been a pleasure to wander and not feel overwhelmed by the crowds. Contemporary art can be polarizing. One of the strengths of this collection is that while you might not enjoy all of the art (or wonder why a particular piece is even in a museum) I think most art fans will find things they do enjoy. I am particular about contemporary art I enjoy and loved many of the pieces and installations (such as the Cave). Much of the structural parts of the museum are exposed from the outside. This includes the tube-like escalator. If you take it all the way up you get a excellent view of the city.

Interesting rotation of galleries and relatively modern building to house the collections. A lot of open space

Great building, great art, take your time and the whole day because there is a lot to see. The view is the best in Paris, just a little local tip ;)

It had been a long time since I was last at the Centre Pompidou and made a point to visit the museum on my recent trip to Paris. Unfortunately, I wasn't interested in any of the current exhibitions and used the opportunity to take my time viewing the modern and contemporary art collections. Buy tickets in advance!! If you don't, you'll be stuck waiting in line to go through security (roughly 20 minutes) and in line to purchase tickets (another 30 minutes as the three automated ticket machines were down). There were wonderful works of art on the floor housing the Modern collection including those by Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso and Kandinsky. I could have spent hours viewing the Modern collection. I was less enamored with the Contemporary collection despite a few noteworthy works of art by Jasper Johns, and Andy Warhol. The bookshop is fabulous and should not be missed.

This is one of the most impressive museums I've ever been to. From the exhibits to the normal collection, you will be here all day. My advice - check out the top floor (special exhibits), and then take a drink break up on the roof! Then, go back to the normal collection because that will also take you hours to get through. The Picasso -- Braque comparison was super surprising to me, and seeing all the Kandinsky paintings.... it's just so much, and you will love it! The 4th floor is contemporary art and will blow your mind, so take your time. Come prepared for a day-long affair!

FUN! Graphic things! Mona Lisa with a mustache! Urinals! Air conditioning! And those cheerful hamster-tube staircases. This is a super duper splendid location with rotating exhibits and a permanent collection. The cafe has a limited number of items, but all quite good. There's a library.... and it's just plain cool. The outside area is also fun and cool if you don't feel like paying a lot to see a bunch of modern art.

This place has the rudest stuff all through out for no reasons. We have visited many places in Paris and this is the only one that really stands out. Great exhibitions tho.