Hotel Sophie Germain Exhibitions and Museums

Famous for having the world’s largest collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist art, the Musée d'Orsay also displays a wide selection of artistic creations from the mid-19th to the early 20th centuries. The Hotel Sophie Germain recommends the upcoming exhibitions detailed below and suggests a visit to the Cartier Foundation for Contemporary Art, where the fascinating work of Claudia Andujar awaits you.

The Grand Palais, one of the most emblematic monuments of Paris, and the Petit Palais, another Beaux-Arts style architectural gem, were both built for the 1900 Paris Exposition, a hugely successful world’s fair. They both offer superb spaces for temporary exhibitions. In these exceptional settings, the works of the greatest artists reveal all the talent and vision of their creators. Read on for a short overview of the latest exhibitions at these venues.

The Paris Liberation Museum in Denfert Rochereau is the new must-see place for history buffs staying at the Hotel Sophie Germain. The museum opened on August 27th, 2019, inviting the public to know all the fascinating facts about the liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation in the later stages of the Second World War.

A trip to the Palace of Versailles, easily accessible by public transport, is a must during a stay in Paris. A former residence of French royalty, an architectural wonder and a listed UNESCO World Heritage site, this majestic and opulent château invites you to enter the private world of the Sun King. The events presented at Versailles include the Night Fountains Show and the Royal Serenade in the Hall of Mirrors every Saturday evening in summer from June 15th to September 21st, 2019!