Plan to spend around 1.5 to 2 hours at the Petit Palais to comfortably explore its permanent collection, admire the grand Beaux-Arts interiors, and take a break in the peaceful courtyard garden. If you enjoy art museums or want to visit a temporary exhibition as well, allow 2 to 3 hours. For a quicker visit focused on the building’s highlights and a few key galleries, about an hour can be enough.
Petit Palais opening hours
Today
Open 10:00–18:00
Petit Palais Museum
Apr 1 TO Oct 31 Timings Days (Apr 1 TO Oct 31) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thursday (Today) | 10:00–18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–18:00 |
Nov 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Nov 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–18:00 |
Jan 2 TO Mar 31 Timings Days (Jan 2 TO Mar 31) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–18:00 |
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Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm (galleries close at 5:45pm). Closed on Mondays.
Best time to visit the Petit Palais Museum
Weekday vs Weekend
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- Weekdays: Enjoy a more relaxed visit with fewer crowds, making it easier to admire the artwork and architecture at your own pace.
- Weekends: Expect a livelier atmosphere with more visitors, especially during afternoon hours, so arrive earlier for a calmer experience.
Peak season vs low season
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- Peak season (June–August & Christmas holidays): Expect larger crowds, especially on weekends, with busier galleries and longer entry waits during popular travel periods.
- Low season (January–March & November): Enjoy a quieter museum experience with fewer visitors, giving you more time to explore the collections at your own pace.
