Musée de la Légion d'Honneur

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Located on the Musée d'Orsay's forecourt within the historic Hôtel de Salm, this museum traces the history of the Légion d'honneur and other chivalric orders of France and the world. Its collections stem from exhibitions dating back to 1889, with the museum itself established in 1925 to honour those affected by the First World War. Displays include decorations, medals and related artefacts.

✨ Reasons to go

1Housed in the Hôtel de Salm, an 18th-century palace next to the Musée d'Orsay
2Collections trace back to exhibitions from 1889, with the museum founded in 1925 to honor WWI's affected
3Free entry and rarely crowded despite its detailed displays of medals, decorations, and chivalric orders from around the world

💡 Good to know

1Free entry and rarely crowded, making it an easy add-on when visiting Musée d'Orsay across the square
2note it opens at 1pm and is closed some mornings, so plan for an afternoon visit.

⏱️ Typical visit

🕰️ Best time

lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

2 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France · Saint-Germain-des-PrésGoogle Apple

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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM

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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"Beautifully displayed Orders of Honor from France and worldwide. Wonderful art related to those so honored. Significant collection that is well presented. Several educational materials for use, video enabled information. Well worth a visit if interested in Orders and Medals."

— Mark C

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