Over 60 Paris Museums Organized by Themes – Plan Your Perfect Visit!

3. History Museums

Musée Carnavalet

Dedicated to the history of Paris, from its founding to modern times.
Location: 3rd arrondissement (Chemin Vert Metro stop)
Suggested Visit Time: 2–3 hours
Price Range: Free

Musée de l’Armée

Covers French military history, including Napoleon’s tomb.
Location: 7th arrondissement (Invalides Metro stop)
Suggested Visit Time: 2–3 hours
Price Range: €14, free for EU residents under 26

Musée de la Libération de Paris

Explores the liberation of Paris during World War II.
Location: 14th arrondissement (Denfert-Rochereau Metro stop)
Suggested Visit Time: 1–2 hours
Price Range: Free

Musée de la Préfecture de Police

Focuses on the history of Parisian law enforcement.
Location: 5th arrondissement (Maubert-Mutualité Metro stop)
Suggested Visit Time: 1–2 hours
Price Range: Free

Musée des Plans-Reliefs

Houses historical military models and dioramas.
Location: 7th arrondissement (Invalides Metro stop)
Suggested Visit Time: 1 hour
Price Range: €12, free for EU residents under 26