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Institut du Monde Arabe

4th Arr.

Jean Nouvel's architectural marvel with thousands of light-sensitive mashrabiya shutters blends Arab and Western design. Inside, explore Islamic art spanning millennia, from ancient artifacts to contemporary works, plus rotating exhibitions and panoramic rooftop views of Notre-Dame.

Cultural center
Islamic art collection
Architectural landmark
Panoramic terrace

Tips

🎫free entry for EU visitors under 26
rooftop terrace access via restaurant entrance

Institut du Monde Arabe

1 Rue des Fossés Saint-Bernard, 75005 Paris, France

Upcoming at Institut du Monde Arabe

Friday, Jun 12
Byblos: Premier Port Maritime International

Byblos: Premier Port Maritime International

June 12

Step back 9,000 years at one of the Mediterranean's most spectacular archaeological exhibitions. Four hundred exceptional pieces, including royal treasures from newly discovered tombs and gifts from Egyptian pharaohs, trace the epic of the world's first international maritime port.

Esclaves en Méditerranée, XVIIe-XVIIIe siècle

Esclaves en Méditerranée, XVIIe-XVIIIe siècle

June 12

Confront the human cost of the Mediterranean slave trade through rare 17th-18th century artifacts. A difficult but necessary exhibition housed in Jean Nouvel's striking glass-and-steel architecture.

Open-Air Dance Floor

Open-Air Dance Floor

June 12

Learn samba with live drummers, tango, or swing on a seasonal open-air dance floor along the Seine. The vibe is joyful, communal, and absolutely Parisian.