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Experience the best of Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac Museum

In central Paris, Musée du Quai Branly celebrates global indigenous arts and cultures. Discover masks, sculptures, and vibrant traditions. Unique architecture and lush gardens enhance the cultural experience.
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Musee du Quai Branly exterior with colorful facade and lush greenery in Paris.
Musee du Quai Branly exterior with vertical garden and Eiffel Tower in background, Paris.
Outdoor seating area at Musee du Quai Branly with Eiffel Tower in the background, Paris.
Musee du Quai Branly interior with visitors viewing tribal masks and sculptures.
Colorful light installation at Musee du Quai Branly, Paris, illuminating garden area.
Eiffel Tower view from Musée du Quai Branly, Paris, with colorful museum facade and trees.
Exhibit of cultural artifacts and textiles at Musée du Quai Branly, Paris.
Colorful light display at night under the Musee du Quai Branly in Paris.
Sculptures and artifacts displayed at Musee du Quai Branly, Paris.
Musee du Quai Branly interior with tribal art displays and visitors exploring exhibits.
Musee du Quai Branly building with vibrant red and orange facade surrounded by greenery in Paris.

Tickets for the musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac

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Explore at your pace

  • Step beyond European art at the Quai Branly museum and explore rare indigenous stories through artefacts from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.

  • Access both the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions.

  • Wander through a flowing river-inspired space, with tranquil gardens, a curated boutique, and rooftop dining at Les Ombres overlooking the Eiffel Tower.

  • Experience a cultural escape just steps from Paris’ most iconic landmark—perfect for those seeking reflection, diversity, and discovery.

  • Upgrade your visit with a Seine River sightseeing cruise, gliding past Paris’ famed landmarks for a fresh view of the city from the water.

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  • Step beyond European art at the Quai Branly museum and explore rare indigenous stories through artefacts from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.

  • Access both the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions.

  • Wander through a flowing river-inspired space, with tranquil gardens, a curated boutique, and rooftop dining at Les Ombres overlooking the Eiffel Tower.

  • Experience a cultural escape just steps from Paris’ most iconic landmark—perfect for those seeking reflection, diversity, and discovery.

  • Upgrade your visit with a Seine River sightseeing cruise, gliding past Paris’ famed landmarks for a fresh view of the city from the water.

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€14
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Eiffel Tower view from Musee du Quai Branly with colorful museum facade.
Musee du Quai Branly exterior with colorful facade and lush greenery in Paris.
Musee du Quai Branly interior with visitors viewing tribal masks and sculptures.
Musee du Quai Branly exterior with vertical garden and Eiffel Tower in background, Paris.
Seine River cruise boat near Eiffel Tower at sunset, Paris.
Seine River cruise boat passing by the Louvre Museum in Paris.
Colorful light installation at Musee du Quai Branly, Paris, illuminating garden area.
Exhibit of cultural artifacts and textiles at Musée du Quai Branly, Paris.
Tourists on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III in Paris.
Seine River cruise boat approaching a bridge in Paris, France.
Colorful light display at night under the Musee du Quai Branly in Paris.
Sculptures and artifacts displayed at Musee du Quai Branly, Paris.
Tour guide speaking to tourists on a Seine River cruise in Paris.
Seine River cruise boat passing under Pont Alexandre III in Paris.

Combo (Save 16%): Quai Branly Museum + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Explore at your pace
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  • Experience two sides of Paris, the depth of global culture at the museum and the vibrant, living cityscape from the water—all in one seamless combo.

  • Explore indigenous art and traditions from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas at the Quai Branly Museum through both permanent and seasonal exhibitions.

  • Admire 3500+ tribal artifacts, textiles, and sculptures in a space designed for quiet reflection, with access to the museum’s boutique, lush gardens, and rooftop restaurant.

  • Enjoy a serene 1-hour Seine River cruise, gliding past iconic Paris landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Louvre.

  • Learn as you cruise with onboard Wi-Fi and downloadable audio commentary available in 11 languages, offering rich context to the sights along the river.

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  • Experience two sides of Paris, the depth of global culture at the museum and the vibrant, living cityscape from the water—all in one seamless combo.

  • Explore indigenous art and traditions from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas at the Quai Branly Museum through both permanent and seasonal exhibitions.

  • Admire 3500+ tribal artifacts, textiles, and sculptures in a space designed for quiet reflection, with access to the museum’s boutique, lush gardens, and rooftop restaurant.

  • Enjoy a serene 1-hour Seine River cruise, gliding past iconic Paris landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Louvre.

  • Learn as you cruise with onboard Wi-Fi and downloadable audio commentary available in 11 languages, offering rich context to the sights along the river.

from Original price€35
€29.44

16% off

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Colorful modern building next to Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.
Musee du Quai Branly exterior with vertical garden and Eiffel Tower in background, Paris.
Musee du Quai Branly interior with visitors viewing tribal masks and sculptures.
Aerial view of the Eiffel Tower in Paris with the Seine River and cityscape.
Eiffel Tower summit view with tourists on the observation deck, Paris skyline in background.
Colorful light installation at Musee du Quai Branly, Paris, illuminating garden area.
Exhibit of cultural artifacts and textiles at Musée du Quai Branly, Paris.
Visitors enjoying the view from the Eiffel Tower's second floor, overlooking the Seine River in Paris.
Tourist using telescope to view Trocadero from Eiffel Tower, Paris.
Colorful light display at night under the Musee du Quai Branly in Paris.
Sculptures and artifacts displayed at Musee du Quai Branly, Paris.
Red elevator ascending inside the Eiffel Tower, Paris.
Tour group under Eiffel Tower arch, Paris, preparing for guided elevator ascent.
Musee du Quai Branly interior with tribal art displays and visitors exploring exhibits.
Musee du Quai Branly building with vibrant red and orange facade surrounded by greenery in Paris.
View of Trocadéro Gardens and Palais de Chaillot from the Eiffel Tower, Paris.
View from beneath the Eiffel Tower's intricate iron structure during guided elevator tour.

Combo (Save 29%): Quai Branly Museum + Eiffel Tower Guided Tour

Explore at your pace

  • Enjoy two iconic Parisian experiences in one outing, blending global cultural exploration with the city’s most famous landmark, located side by side.

  • Discover indigenous art and culture from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas at the Quai Branly Museum, featuring both permanent collections and 4 rotating exhibitions.

  • Enhance your visit with tranquil garden strolls, a curated boutique, and rooftop dining at Les Ombres with sweeping Eiffel Tower views.

  • Join a guided Eiffel Tower tour, just steps from the museum—ride the elevator to the second floor or summit (as per selection) with expert commentary along the way. Both tickets include elevator access to the first floor.

  • Take in panoramic views of Paris while learning about the tower’s rich history, architectural feats, and cultural impact from your guide.

More details

  • Enjoy two iconic Parisian experiences in one outing, blending global cultural exploration with the city’s most famous landmark, located side by side.

  • Discover indigenous art and culture from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas at the Quai Branly Museum, featuring both permanent collections and 4 rotating exhibitions.

  • Enhance your visit with tranquil garden strolls, a curated boutique, and rooftop dining at Les Ombres with sweeping Eiffel Tower views.

  • Join a guided Eiffel Tower tour, just steps from the museum—ride the elevator to the second floor or summit (as per selection) with expert commentary along the way. Both tickets include elevator access to the first floor.

  • Take in panoramic views of Paris while learning about the tower’s rich history, architectural feats, and cultural impact from your guide.

from Original price€62.57
€44.64

29% off

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Quai Branly Museum glass facade with Eiffel Tower in background, Paris.
Colorful light installation at Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac Museum, Paris.
Quai Branly Museum interior with ancient artifacts, Paris.
Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III in Paris.
Seine River cruise boat passing under a bridge in Paris with cityscape views.
Quai Branly Museum interior with visitors viewing indigenous art displays, Paris.
Quai Branly Museum interior exhibit with cultural artifacts, Paris.
Seine River cruise boat passing under a bridge in Paris.
Person holding a camera on a Seine River cruise with Notre-Dame Cathedral in the background.
Quai Branly Museum interior with tribal sculptures, Paris.
Quai Branly Museum interior with sculptures, Paris.
Quai Branly Museum exterior with colorful facade, Eiffel Tower in background, Paris.

Paris: Quai Branly Museum & Seine River Cruise Tickets

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  • Cover two Parisian adventures in one pocket-friendly combo– a visit to the Quai Branly Museum and a sail down the Seine River!

  • Take a break from the European classics and dive into the indigenous art of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas at the Quai Branly Museum.

  • You can access the gardens for free and admire the unique architecture of the museum– Jean Nouvel's brainchild, including the famed Greenwall.

  • Take your Parisian experience up a notch with a Seine River cruise and romance the City of Lights aboard the Bateaux Parisiens.

  • Spot iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral as you hear interesting tidbits through an audio guide available in 14 languages.

More details

  • Cover two Parisian adventures in one pocket-friendly combo– a visit to the Quai Branly Museum and a sail down the Seine River!

  • Take a break from the European classics and dive into the indigenous art of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas at the Quai Branly Museum.

  • You can access the gardens for free and admire the unique architecture of the museum– Jean Nouvel's brainchild, including the famed Greenwall.

  • Take your Parisian experience up a notch with a Seine River cruise and romance the City of Lights aboard the Bateaux Parisiens.

  • Spot iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral as you hear interesting tidbits through an audio guide available in 14 languages.

from
€31.90

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Temporary exhibitions and events are included in standard admission; separate tickets are needed for concerts or theater shows.

Book online in advance, especially for weekends or the first Sunday of the month (when entry is free but still requires a timed booking).

Discounted and free tickets (for EU residents under 26, persons with disabilities, etc.) must still be reserved in advance.

All tickets offer timed entry; arrive up to 15 minutes early. Late arrivals can lead to delays.

Choose from entry-only or combo tickets with other landmarks like the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre.

About Musée du quai Branly

Quai Branly is one of Paris’s most striking modern museums, dedicated entirely to the arts and cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. The museum houses thousands of rare objects, from ceremonial masks to textiles and sculptures, in an immersive, river-like layout. Book timed-entry tickets or curated combo tours online to explore it at your own pace.

Did you know?

The museum houses over 370,000 objects, with only a fraction on display at a time.

Its “river-like” layout guides visitors through dimly lit galleries that mimic organic, flowing spaces.

Claude Lévi-Strauss Theater is named after the renowned French anthropologist who inspired the museum’s mission.

The façade’s “green wall” was one of the first large-scale vertical gardens in Paris.

The museum’s Nomad Workshops take the collection beyond its walls, bringing cultural programs to local communities.

Why visit Musée du quai Branly?

Global Cultural Showcase

See over thousands of rare artifacts from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, showcasing rich indigenous traditions, craftsmanship, and spiritual beliefs from across the non-Western world.

Architectural Wonder

Admire Jean Nouvel’s iconic design—an elevated, stilted structure with bold colors, glass corridors, and a flowing layout inspired by rivers and cultural movement.

Dynamic Rotating Exhibitions

Explore fresh exhibitions every season that reinterpret global cultures, often co-curated with international artists, scholars, and institutions to offer new perspectives on tradition and identity.

Live Events and Performances

Enjoy concerts, lectures, and global performances in the Lévi-Strauss Theater, a platform for cultural exchange featuring voices rarely represented in European institutions.

Lush Urban Garden

Relax in a 2-hectare landscaped garden with winding paths, ponds, and global flora—free to visit and designed to mirror the museum’s spirit of discovery.

Plan your visit

Main Entrance (Quai Branly side)

This is the primary public entrance, featuring a ramp and escalators, making it fully accessible for wheelchair users and strollers.

Entrance via Rue de l’Université

Often used by groups and is accessible to visitors with disabilities. This entrance provides direct access to the garden and exhibition areas.

Garden Entrance

This is a pedestrian-only entrance through the museum’s landscaped gardens with a scenic access point, often used by locals and returning visitors.

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What our guests say

Marlene T

Spain
Solo
2 weeks ago
It was a dream come true. It's a spectacular place. The feeling you get from the views on the second floor will be unforgettable. I took the tour with the guide Pascal, a really nice guy, who—even though he told the story in English (that’s what I booked) and despite my limited command of English—I was able to understand him. Plus, at times he gave me explanations in Spanish. I’m so grateful, and I’ll definitely recommend this agency to my friends. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Combo: Quai Branly Museum + Eiffel Tower Guided Tour

Jana J

Germany
Family
2 weeks ago
The tour guide was excellent: the explanations were both informative and humorous. We were even able to go all the way to the top. It was incredibly impressive.

Combo: Quai Branly Museum + Eiffel Tower Guided Tour

Astrinos P

Greece
Family
3 weeks ago
We did this cruise as a family and loved every minute! Amazing views of the Eiffel Tower from the water and really nice atmosphere. Kids enjoyed it a lot too!

Combo: Quai Branly Museum + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Ana P

United Kingdom
Family
Aug 2026
Very nice everything 🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰 the walk was very beautiful, the guide spoke very nicely…..I would come again for a walk 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Combo: Quai Branly Museum + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

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