Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie Museum Entry Ticket

★ 3.8 (1,188)$ · Budget-friendlyEntry Ticket

The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie opened in 1986 within the vast Parc de la Villette and remains one of the largest science museums in Europe, with permanent exhibitions spanning space, the human body, and technology. It's especially popular with families, though some reviewers note that exhibit information is not always available in English.

✨ Reasons to go

1Opened in 1986 in Parc de la Villette as one of Europe's largest science museums
2Site includes a planetarium with sessions that fill up, so early booking is advised
3Located next to the Géode geodesic-domed cinema

💡 Good to know

1Check ahead for exhibitions with English-language information if that matters to you
2allow at least half a day given the museum's size
3combine with the surrounding Parc de la Villette and the Géode nearby.

⏱️ Typical visit

2h30

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

🚶 Walking intensity

Moderate walking

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Address

30 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris, France · La VilletteGoogle Apple

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Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Booking

Booking required

What people say

"Enjoyed the exhibitions, especially the one that motivated the visit, but regretted the lack of an escalator or elevator to the second floor."

— Corinne, Belgium

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