Forget the Louvre, These are Paris’ Coolest (and Less Crowded) Museums

Paris boasts so many amazing reasons to visit, but one of the things it’s most known for is its art. Nearly everybody includes a visit to the Louvre on their Paris itinerary, no matter how many days they’ll be visiting for. After all, who doesn’t want to see the Mona Lisa?

But what if you’ve been there, done that? Or just want to visit a museum that’ll be less crowded than a can of sardines? Well, look no further than this list of Parisian museums that are both cool and slightly less cramped than the Louvre.

Musée de l’Orangerie

Okay, this one isn’t exactly a hidden gem, but it’s so cool we had to include it on this list. The Musée de l’Orangerie houses some breathtaking Monets as well as other Impressionist master works.

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Musée National Rodin

If you’re into sculpture, you’ve got to pay a visit to the Rodin museum. Not only will you see the world famous Thinker, but you’ll also get to wander around some of the most stunning sculpture gardens you’ll ever see.

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Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais

There’s a reason they call this place “grand.” With an eye-catching glass roof, sprawling galleries, and work by artists like Marc Chagall and Paul Gauguin, the Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais is a must-see.

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