Musée de la musique, Musical instrument museum in Pont-de-Flandre, France
The Musée de la Musique displays over 7,000 instruments across multiple exhibition spaces within the Cité de la Musique complex in Paris, France.
The museum originated in 1864 with the state acquisition of Louis Clapisson's instrument collection and underwent significant expansion to become part of Cité de la Musique in 1995.
The permanent collection includes national treasures such as Chopin's piano and Brassens' guitar, representing the evolution of Western music from the 17th century.
The museum provides audio guides in multiple languages and offers wheelchair accessibility throughout its premises, with special rates for visitors under 26 years old.
Musicians perform weekly demonstrations using historical instruments from the collection, allowing visitors to experience the authentic sounds of different musical periods.
Location: Pont-de-Flandre
Location: Quartier de la Villette
Official opening: November 17, 1864
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Cité de la musique
Website: https://philharmoniedeparis.fr/fr/musee-de-la-musique
GPS coordinates: 48.88972,2.39389
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
Paris offers numerous museums away from major tourist crowds, presenting specialized collections. These institutions focus on diverse subjects including Asian art, mineralogy, historical urban planning, and contemporary photography. The exhibitions provide detailed insights into specific fields and historical developments. Visitors find space for focused observation without crowded halls. Collections range from archaeological finds to technical models and artistic works from various periods. These museums complement the city's cultural offerings through their thematic diversity and scholarly approach. They provide opportunities to explore specific areas of interest and discover lesser covered aspects of the Parisian cultural landscape.
Philharmonie de Paris
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Parc de la Villette
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Zénith Paris
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Grande halle de la Villette
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Canal Saint-Denis
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La Bicyclette ensevelie
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Le Trabendo
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Philharmonie de Paris
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Theatre Paris-Villette
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Fontaine du Château d'eau
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Église Sainte-Claire
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Sculptures Bachelard
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Quai de la Garonne
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Sculptures de visées
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Médiathèque-Hector Berlioz
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Galerie de la Villette
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Quai de Metz
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Square d'Aquitaine
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Square de la Marseillaise
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Square La Champmeslé
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Square du Petit Bois
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Galerie de l'Ourcq
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Square du Diapason
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Forêt de candélabres
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Parc de la Villette Footbridge (I)
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Les Fourmis
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La Grille
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