Cité de l'économie et de la monnaie

The Cité de l'économie et de la monnaie is a museum housed in a Neo-Renaissance building with interactive displays and games that explain economic concepts. Multimedia installations and digital tools help visitors grasp complex financial ideas in an accessible way.

The building was constructed between 1878 and 1884 as a residence for banker Émile Gaillard and carried his name during those years. Later it became a branch of Banque de France before transforming into today's center for learning about economic topics.

The museum demonstrates how people in their communities interact with money and economic systems in their daily lives through relatable examples. These displays show why financial relationships matter to societies and how currency has shaped civilizations over time.

The museum is open most afternoons with flexible hours across different days of the week and extended access on Saturday. It helps to check ahead which days and times suit your visit, as hours vary throughout the week.

An underground vault is reached by a drawbridge spanning deep moats, revealing how seriously money security was taken in earlier times. This architectural feature shows the real challenges banks once faced protecting their assets.