Musée des Arts et Métiers
Musée des Arts et Métiers, Technology and science museum in 3rd arrondissement, France
The Musée des Arts et Métiers is a technology and science museum in the third arrondissement of Paris, housed in a former medieval priory with later additions. The halls show tools, machines, clocks, vehicles, and physical instruments, organized by themes such as communication, energy, materials, and transport.
The museum was founded in 1794 as a republican institution to preserve technical knowledge and make it accessible to citizens. In the 19th century, collections expanded and moved into the buildings of the former priory of Saint-Martin-des-Champs, which had stood empty since the Revolution.
The name comes from Latin "artes et metiers", referring to crafts and technical skills once taught in guilds. Visitors find automata and mechanical toys here that show how technology was used for wonder and entertainment.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM, and until 9:30 PM on Thursdays, located near the Arts et Métiers metro station. The walkways are wide enough for wheelchairs, and lifts at the entrances reach all floors.
In the former church hangs a Foucault pendulum that shows visitors Earth's rotation as it swings slowly along its path. Around midday and in the afternoon, you can watch it gradually change direction and knock over small pins.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Paris has many themed museums that go beyond the usual tourist circuits. The underground sewer system has been open for visits since the 19th century, allowing visitors to see the technical installations that revolutionized urban hygiene. The fan museum houses over 2,500 pieces from the Renaissance...
House of Nicolas Flamel
327 m
Saint-Nicholas-des-Champs, Paris
144 m
Théâtre de la Renaissance
334 m
Théâtre du Marais
173 m
St-Martin-des-Champs Priory
42 m
La Gaîté Lyrique
165 m
Passage du Ponceau
268 m
Square Émile-Chautemps
166 m
Galerie Paris-Beijing
103 m
Fontaine du Vert bois
170 m
Cour de Rome
250 m
Square du Général-Morin
26 m
Cour du Roi-François
280 m
Fontaine des arts et métiers
175 m
Nicolas Flamel
310 m
3, rue Volta
183 m
Priorale Saint-Martin-des-Champs
42 m
Altarpiece of Saint-Nicholas-des-Champs
101 m
Église évangélique des disciples chinois
335 m
174 rue Saint-Denis, Paris
323 m
Grand hôtel d'Estrées
199 m
Félix Potin Building
240 m
Petit hôtel d'Estrées
188 m
42 rue Meslay, Paris
294 m
7 rue des Gravilliers, Paris
326 m
176 rue Saint-Denis, Paris
322 m
49 rue Meslay, Paris
279 m
7 rue Bailly
144 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes