Paris in Exhibitions: Your Arty Summer Agenda

In Paris, summer is a season of cultural vibrancy. The city’s museums and art venues offer a rich program filled with renowned artists, immersive experiences, and contemporary discoveries. When staying at Hôtel Marais Bastille, you are perfectly situated to explore the season’s most captivating exhibitions. Here’s our arty selection for an inspiring summer.

Poetry, Nature, and Perspectives on the World

The Musée Maillol kicks off the season with Robert Doisneau – Instants donnés, a moving exhibition of photographs capturing tender, poetic moments of everyday life. Far from static images, each shot invites viewers to feel the pulse of life, people, and shared moments.

At the Bourse de Commerce, Corps et âmes examines the relationship between humans and their environment. This contemporary exhibition delves into vulnerability, strength, and the transformation of the body through powerful — at times unsettling, always fascinating — artworks.

The Grande Galerie de l’Évolution presents Deserts, a sensory and scientific journey through the arid ecosystems of our planet. The exhibition highlights how life adapts to extreme conditions, blending knowledge with awe and wonder.

Digital Art, Masterpieces, and Vibrant Colors

At the Gaîté Lyrique, Pulse brings art and technology into harmony. This interactive exhibition features immersive installations where sound, visuals, and movement intertwine. A playful and sensory experience perfect for families and friends alike.

At the Musée d’Art Moderne, Matisse and Marguerite unveils an unprecedented dialogue between the master of color and his granddaughter, a contemporary artist. This face-to-face between legacy and renewal is on display until August 24, 2025.

At the Cité des Sciences, Silence invites you to slow down. This exhibition explores the role of silence in our noise-saturated society. Through immersive installations and quiet zones, it offers a truly contemplative pause.

But the summer’s unmissable event is undoubtedly David Hockney, 25 – Do remember they can’t cancel the Spring at the Fondation Louis Vuitton (until September 1, 2025). This is the largest retrospective ever devoted to the British artist, featuring paintings, drawings, and digital creations. The exhibition celebrates the richness of his work and his love of color, light, and nature — a radiant tribute to a visionary and unclassifiable artist.

An Artistic Summer from the Heart of the Marais

From Hôtel Marais Bastille, let yourself be carried away by the cultural highlights of the summer. Whether you’re a fan of classical art or curious about contemporary creations, Paris is ready to inspire you.

This summer, each exhibition is an invitation to journey — through time, through emotions, through beauty.
 

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Hotel Marais Bastille, a 3-star hotel a few steps from Place de la Bastille