Paris: City of Science and Industry Museum Entry Ticket

Pont-de-Flandre, Paris



Discover the wonders of the City of science and industry in Paris with an entry ticket. Explore all of the museum's immersive permanent and temporary exhibits and enjoy an immersive planetarium show.

Overview

The Cité des sciences et de l’industrie in Paris is Europe’s largest science museum, ideal for visitors interested in hands-on science and technology experiences.

Highlights

  • Explore one of Europe's biggest science museums during your Paris visit
  • Participate in hands-on experiments and immersive activities
  • Discover living conditions aboard Argonaute, a real 1950s submarine
  • Experience spectacular 8K projections at the Planetarium

Description

The Cité des sciences et de l’industrie features constantly updated temporary exhibitions alongside iconic permanent displays. Visitors can board the L’Argonaute submarine, embark on a simulated space mission, study the brain, explore climate crisis challenges, meet robots, or experience the world of video games in the e-LAB.

The visit continues at the planetarium, where 360° projections and narrations by science educators explore the sciences of the Universe.

Plan your visit to suit your interests. Consider taking a break at one of the onsite restaurants and browsing the bookstore-boutique for souvenirs.

Includes

  • Access to permanent and temporary exhibitions and daily entertainment
  • Entry to the Planetarium
  • Access to the Argonaute submarine (voucher requested onsite upon arrival)

Excludes

  • Access to the 'Cité des enfants' exhibition (tickets must be purchased separately onsite)

Important Information

  • Children’s tickets (ages 2-5) are available only onsite for €4
  • Free entry for children under 2, disabled visitors, and one accompanying person with valid documentation
  • The 'Cité des enfants' exhibition requires a separate ticket, bookable via the museum website or onsite
  • Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • The museum is closed on Mondays, January 1, May 1, and December 25
  • Reduced entry rates for youth under 25 and students with valid ID

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the visit for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is Europe’s largest science museum offering hands-on science and technology experiences in Paris.
The museum is located in the Parc de la Villette area of Paris.
Yes, the museum features numerous hands-on experiments and immersive activities for visitors.
Yes, visitors can experience spectacular 8K projections at the museum’s planetarium in Paris.
You can explore living conditions on a real 1950s submarine called Argonaute.
Yes, the museum hosts constantly updated temporary exhibitions alongside permanent displays.
Visitors typically spend a few hours to half a day exploring the museum and exhibitions.
Yes, the museum offers activities and interactive exhibits that are engaging for children.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the museum; check the official website for current options.
Visit on weekdays or early in the day to avoid crowds; check the website for current opening hours.

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