Paris: Picasso Museum Entry and Seine Cruise Optional
Highlights
- Discover rare works from Picasso’s creative process, including sketches, drafts, and studies found only at the Paris Picasso Museum.
- Admire the elegant architecture of the Hôtel Salé, a grand 17th-century mansion in the heart of the Marais.
- Add an optional 1-hour Seine River cruise to your visit and enjoy stunning views of Paris from the water.
- Listen to fascinating commentary with your onboard audio guide app, available in 14 languages, as you sail past iconic monuments.
Visit the Paris Picasso Museum and see the world’s largest Picasso collection. Add a 1-hour Seine River cruise for views of Paris landmarks.
Experience the Paris Picasso Museum, the only institution in the world dedicated to presenting Pablo Picasso’s complete painted, sculpted, engraved, and illustrated works. Located in the historic Marais district, this museum provides a fascinating journey into the life and genius of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. With Paris: Picasso Museum Entry and Seine Cruise Optional, you can make the most of your visit by combining art and sightseeing.
Inside the museum, you will discover not only Picasso’s world-famous masterpieces but also the collections that trace his creative process. From early sketches and studies to detailed drafts, notebooks, etchings, photographs, illustrated books, and personal documents, every room brings you closer to understanding Picasso’s artistic evolution. This rare insight into the artist’s work makes the Musée Picasso an unmissable stop for art lovers in Paris.
The museum is housed in the splendid Hôtel Salé, a 17th-century Baroque mansion that is itself a work of art. Richly decorated and carefully restored, the building offers highlights such as the majestic grand staircase adorned with sculptures and beautifully preserved period rooms. With 22 galleries, the mansion sets a remarkable stage for more than 5,000 works of art and tens of thousands of archived pieces. Beyond the masterpieces, the architecture and ambiance make the visit a cultural experience in its own right.
During your visit, don’t miss the chance to admire the building from a different angle at Café sur le Toit, the museum’s rooftop café. This terrace is perfect for a relaxing break with a view, adding to the charm of your day in the heart of the Marais.
For those who want to extend their experience, there is the option to add a Seine River Cruise to your visit. The one-hour sightseeing cruise offers a chance to admire the UNESCO-listed banks of the Seine and the most famous Parisian landmarks from the water. Glide past the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, the Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay, and Notre-Dame Cathedral while listening to informative audio commentary available in multiple languages. The cruise is optional, so you can decide whether to include it when booking, depending on your schedule and preferences.
Boarding the cruise is easy and convenient: simply download your ticket to your smartphone and head to the Bateaux Parisiens pier near the Eiffel Tower. Once onboard, sit back and enjoy the unique perspective of Paris from the river, with its bridges, houseboats, and floating restaurants adding to the unforgettable atmosphere.
Combining a visit to the Paris Picasso Museum with the option of a Seine River Cruise allows you to tailor your Parisian adventure. Whether you focus solely on the treasures inside the museum or choose to complement it with a relaxing journey on the Seine, this experience blends art, history, and sightseeing into one memorable day in Paris.