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What to do and see in Bercy / Nation, Ile-de-France: The Best Museums
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. Galerie Univer / Colette Colla
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
2. Musee des Arts Forains
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4.5 based on 1,395 reviews
The Pavillons de Bercy-Musée des Arts Forains house one of the largest collections of entertainment and fairground art's objects. They are located in ancient wine warehouses built by a Gustave Eiffel apprentice in the end of the 19th century. Discover the site and its four venues: Théatre du Merveilleux (Thetre of Marvels), Salons Vénitiens (Venetian Rooms), Théâtre de Verdure (Vegetal outdoor area) and the Musée des Arts Forains (Museum àof Fairground Art), all displayed with themes such as Cabinet of curiosities, Venetian carnival, Extraordinary gardens and funfairs of the Belle Epoque (End of the 19th century). This private museum is opende throughout the year, only by apointement in order to experiment the spirit of the place in a lively and participative tour. The guides takes the visitor on an out of time journey, enables them to ride carousels and listen to an automaton show. The Pavillons de Bercy are opened to visit throughout the year only by appointment. And exceptionnally without booking twice a year during the European Heritage Days and Festival du Merveilleux. All the venues can also be rented for private events.
Reviewed By gaycoupleSuffolk
this amazing collection of antique carousel and fairground attractions is real treasure chest of goodies. Of interest to all ages it really is a step back in time and all beautifully presented and laid out in stunning wine warehouses a few metro sops from the centre of Paris It is a working museum with the opportunity to see, hear, touch and ride on some magical fairground rides but more than that as totally unique and artistically presented. The tours are conducted in French but the lovely, passionate staff (Libere) really do help explain and include English speaking visitors. The website does not do it justice and it is important to book in advance. This wonderful collection deserves way more publicity as a great alternative to some of the busier and stuffy museums and tourist attractions - do go and see for yourself and come away smiling 16 francs for 2 hours of fun - no-brainer thank you and well done to the owners for saving such unique works of art and history - bon chance
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4. La Cinematheque Francaise
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4.0 based on 235 reviews
Mythical Items and costumes from the movies : Indispensable!Since 2005, this "House of movies" is settled in the Bercy's Gardens in a building designed by Frank O. Gehry.It offers three screening theatres, a museum, two major rooms for exhibitions, a library, a book store, and a restaurant.All the information about the programs is available on the website. It is possible to buy tickets on line. Open daily except on Tuesdays
Reviewed By VictoriaQueue - Boston, United States
I went to the Cinematheque a few times when I was in Paris: to see the current exhibition (on Chris Marker), to see the film museum, and to view a couple films. Entry to the Cinematheque building is free (and there is free wi-fi), and there is security at the door. Prices are clearly stated on the website, and I found them reasonable: € 6.50 per film screening, € 12 for entry to both the museum and the exhibition (or € 11 for just the exhibition). Restrooms are plentiful and accessible, though in the museum and exhibition hall they are almost hidden in corners. The Marker exhibit was the main event, and it was truly phenomenal. There were personal artifacts, film artifacts, screenings, and even interactive areas. There was some English information given, but the vast majority is in French (which is to be expected? mine is middling at best, but translation apps are your friend to dive deep). I spent about 3 hours there, and could have spent a full day between the items and the films running. The museum is neat - lots of old cameras and pre-film optical toys - but it is lots of objects and little text. This is great if you enjoy film history and can kind of contextualize things yourself, but you would likely not enjoy it so much without that background (or if you don't speak French). The screening rooms felt like a nicer version of a university meeting room, with no windows and surprisingly comfortable seats. Seating is first come, first serve. All in all, this is a wonderful institution with a good variety of exhibits and films. Check the calendar before you go, and make sure there is something you want to see, and if there is you'll have a great time.
5. Palais de la Porte Doree
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4.0 based on 223 reviews
The Palais de la Porte Dorée (in the 12th arrondissement) is a classed historical monument, built for the Colonial Exposition of 1931. A symbol of the art deco style, it has housed a tropical aquarium since its creation and, since 2007, the Musée national de l'histoire de l'immigration, which takes a fresh look at the history of France by showing the part that was played by immigrants in economical development, social evolution, and the cultural activities of the country.
6. Galerie Claude Samuel
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Fondee en 1986 la galerie Claude Samuel occupe l’une des voutes du Viaduc des Arts depuis 1994. Jusqu’en 2011, la galerie a expose des artistes internationalement reconnus ou de jeunes talents emergents dans le domaine de l’art visuel en general. Ainsi, au-dela de la presentation reguliere des travaux d’artistes contemporains, La Galerie Claude Samuel con e des commandes a des jeunes
7. Art UP Deco
Art Up Deco is a gallery dedicated to offering original artwork at affordable prices. The concept is to "democratize" art. How does it work? Art Up Deco exhibits the works of more than a hundred artists with a price based on the size : all 20 by 20cm works are 70€, and the very large works are 2500€. Bringing home an original piece or two from Paris may turn from dream into reality.
8. Dhalgren Gallery
The gallery represents an international pool of emerging artists who work in the media of painting, photography, film, video art, artists’ books and installation. The activities of the gallery include external curated projects, co-operations with other galleries and institutions and publication activities since its creation.
9. Cinematheque Francaise
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
10. Artistes de la Bastille (Les)
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2.5 based on 2 reviews
