Palais de Tokyo
Modern art museum · Chaillot ·
Largest contemporary art center in Europe, raw concrete aesthetic
Largest contemporary art center in Europe, raw concrete aesthetic
"Known as The Dome, this spot features a smooth marble courtyard and is frequented by skaters showing off their tricks. It's a part of the Palais de Tokyo in the 16th arrondissement, near sculptures including La France by Antoine Bourdelle, with the Eiffel Tower nearby."
"The Palais de Tokyo is the largest center for contemporary art in Europe. Opened in 2002, its mission is to celebrate living artists across multiple disciplines. As part of the renovation of the building, the 1937 structure was stripped back to the original concrete, giving it a raw and unfinished feeling that is distinctly different from the typical white-room museum layout. Visitors should start their exploration in the subterranean levels, where art such as large-scale graffiti works are on display, and end with a drink or dinner either at Monsieur Bleu or Bambini, the more festive spot from the Paris Society Group." - Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, Julia Eskins
"The Palais de Tokyo is the largest center for contemporary art in Europe. Opened in 2002, its mission is to celebrate living artists across multiple disciplines. As part of the renovation of the building, the 1937 structure was stripped back to the original concrete, giving it a raw and unfinished feeling that is distinctly different from the typical white-room museum layout. Visitors should start their exploration in the subterranean levels, where art such as large-scale graffiti works are on display, and end with a drink or dinner either at Monsieur Bleu or Bambini, the more festive spot from the Paris Society Group." - Lindsey Tramuta, Melissa Liebling-Goldberg
"The largest contemporary art space in Europe is also the coolest place to be for kids of every age. Teens come in flocks, lining up for the vintage Fotomaton, exploring the experiential art exhibitions, and waiting for the opening of the YoYo nightclub. Families with young kids also enjoy the art, as well as the kiddy art classes and the fantastic brunches at Tokyo Eats."
