Your experience

The Monnaie de Paris is considered to be one of the oldest companies in the world still in operation. Created in 864 by king Charles II - known as Charles the Bald – installed on the Quai de Conti in 1775, this French institution has been minting coins for more than 11 centuries. The factory is still in operation today and it is here that special and limited-edition pieces are produced, as well as French euros.

In 2017, this famous Parisian landmark opened its doors to a remarkable museum highlighting the arts and crafts of the Monnaie de Paris. Metalwork, treasures of the collections, techniques, and manufacturing know-how … As you visit the glass-roofed workshops, you will be able to discover all the secrets of the Monnaie de Paris, and much more. 

What is included :

Priority access to the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions of the Musée de la Monnaie de Paris.

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Good to know for your visit

Admission to the Musée de la Monnaie de Paris is free for certain public on presentation of a piece of ID: all young people under 26, holders of the Pass Education, jobseekers, people with a disability and the person accompanying them, ... (full list on the museum website and at the museum ticket office).

Admission the museum is free for everyone on the first Sunday of each month.

A reduced rate is offered on site to holders of the Pass Navigo.

For any temporary exhibitions taking place in the exhibition halls, another ticket must be purchased to gain access.

Times

Museum and site

Open daily from 11am to 6pm
Closed Mondays, January 1, May 1 and December 25
Nocturne on Wednesdays until 9pm
Last admission to museum and exhibitions at 5:30pm (8:30pm on Wednesdays)
Early closing at 4pm on December 24 and 31 - last admission at 3:30pm.

The boutique

Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 7pm
Nocturne on Wednesday until 9pm