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What to do and see in Montparnasse Quartier, 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. Lab 14
2. Le Marche de la Creation de Paris Montparnasse
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
3. Cartier Foundation (Fondation Cartier Pour L'art Contemporain)
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4.0 based on 281 reviews
Contemporary Arts gallery with a special focus on glass objects.
Reviewed By JuPereira - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
A wonderful exhibition on Geometry forms collecting art works from anonymous artists among natives from Latin America (from Mexico from Patagonia) as well as art works from known artists from these area. It catch my attention the graphic designs of the Kadiweu tribe from Brazil which is used in many artefacts and specially is part of the body painting of the natives, representing among others, their social status among their peers. The colourful installation with cotton strings in the middle of a separate room is not to be missed, as well as the short documentary on the architectural work from the Bolivian artist Freddy Mamani.
4. Musee de la Liberation de Paris - Musee du general Leclerc - Musee Jean Moulin
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4.0 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By globalfinder312 - Chicago, United States
The liberation of Paris during WWII was the hard-earned outcome of multiple efforts, including those of the French army, different wings of the French Resistance, the general population (at great risk to themselves), before and during the critical efforts of the Allies. In this small, ambitious, and wonderfully curated museum featuring photos, documents, and videos, you will learn how General Leclerc, Paul Moulin, Charles de Gaulle and countless other known and unknown contributors and combatants fought not only the Nazis, but also the French Vichy government, lead by Marshall Petain. There are helpful timelines showing the dates of key events. Don't miss the tour of the underground Resistance bunker, where efforts to coordinate resistant efforts took place in the face of diminishing resources. It requires walking 90 stairs up and down, and features individual headsets that provide a holographic tour by a member of the Resistance. Afterwards, you can tour the space on your own. The museum is easily reached on the Metro. It is free and reasonably small, so try to visit at less-busy times of the day. Sign up for the recommended bunker tour when you first enter the museum. Most displays are in French and English. There is an excellent bookstore upstairs. All told, we spent about two hours in the museum and could have stayed longer. I came away with a better understanding of the complexity of events before, during, and after liberation. My husband, who knows much more WWII history than I do, enjoyed it just as much. While WWII is a serious subject,, I believe this is a worthwhile opportunity for kids over 12 years old to learn about this important period of history right where it happened.
5. Institut Giacometti
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4.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Storyteller812030 - Barcelona, Spain
We went to the institute and made an appointment for a private tour available In English or French. Victoria was our guide and she brought Giacometti to life. It’s small enough to be digestible and so interesting. It’s located in Montparnasse and easy to find. There are good lunch spots nearby for before or after your visit. Check out the movie on Giacometti before you go and it will make the visit even more meaningful. The collection is incredible and worth a slow careful look.
