Individual visitor
Your visit
Welcome to the Palais de la Porte Dorée!
Espaces d'accueil public au Palais
Anne Volery © Palais de la Porte Dorée
Admission to the Hall of Honour, the Forum - former Salle des Fêtes – and the historic salons of the Palais de la Porte Dorée is free.
The Musée de l'Histoire de l'Immigration and the Aquarium Tropical can be visited alone or with a guide.
Good to know ! Our mediators are available in the various spaces every weekend to answer your questions.
Many activities intended for families and a young audience are also available.
Exhibitions
Families and young visitors
Anne Volery © Palais de la Porte Dorée
There’s a way for every age group to explore the Palais de la Porte Dorée! Creative workshops for children ages 3 and up, guided tours tailored for ages 7 and up, audio tours, and activity booklets for independent exploration: everyone can discover the Palais at their own pace. Children ages 8–12 also enjoy content in the exhibitions designed especially for them.
And to keep the fun going, the Palais also hosts birthday parties with activities and a snack!
From the fascinating fish in the Tropical Aquarium to stories from all corners of the world and the monument’s exceptional architecture, every visit is an opportunity to share a moment of discovery with the whole family.
Good to know!
- Children and adults under 26 get free admission to the Aquarium and the Museum (remember to bring proof of age).
- Book your tickets in advance to avoid waiting in line at the ticket office on the day of your visit.
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the Palais !
© Cyril Zannettacci
Is your child’s birthday coming up soon? Give them an unforgettable experience with all their friends, during a fun and original afternoon at the Palais de la Porte Dorée !
The program includes a fun and creative activity, followed by a convivial time to prepare your child’s birthday snack, all over the course of 2 hours. The activity is related to the Aquarium.
Visitor assistance tools
Whether you are visiting the Museum, the Aquarium, or the Palais de la Porte Dorée, a wide range of tools are available to accompany you throughout your visit.
Guided routes, booklets, games, audio content… everyone can explore the collections and the building at their own pace, with family, in a fun and interactive way.
Young adults aged 18–25
Exposition « Aux origines »
Lucile Casanova © Palais de la Porte Dorée
Are you between 18 and 25 years old, or a student? The Palais de la Porte Dorée offers special rates, and admission may even be free depending on your situation!
- Under 26s : admission to the Museum and the Aquarium is free. Shows, guided tours, and workshops are available at reduced rates.
- Students over 26 : you benefit from reduced admission prices to the Museum and Aquarium.
Exhibitions, the Aquarium, Art Deco architecture, guided tours, shows, and events : enjoy a rich program throughout the year and explore the Palais at your own pace.
The Abdelmalek Sayad Resource Centre
Photo : Anne Volery © Palais de la Porte Dorée
The Resource Centre of the Museum offers a unique collection of resources on migration-related issues, including essays and documents, theses, journals, films and audiovisual materials, collections of posters and leaflets, as well as novels and graphic novels.
Our documentation specialists welcome visitors by appointment from Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
People with disabilities
Accessibility
The main hall of the Palais de la Porte Dorée. Photo : Anne Volery.
© Palais de la Porte Dorée
The spaces at the Palais are accessible to handicapped individuals.
At the corner of Place Édouard Renard and Rue Armand Rousseau, a ramp provides access for visitors with reduced mobility. A stabilised pathway leads from this ramp to an elevator located behind the administrative entrance.
Member
Are you a Palais member?
Enjoy a year of unlimited cultural adventures !
With your annual membership card, you get unlimited free admission to the Museum and the Aquarium, as well as reduced prices for shows, guided tours, and workshops. You will also receive exclusive invitations to exhibition openings and selected events at the Palais.
A membership is the perfect way to experience the Palais all year round, exploring history, biodiversity, and Art Deco architecture.
Admission Requirements
Espaces d'accueil public au Palais
Anne Volery © Palais de la Porte Dorée
Visitors have no longer been obliged to show a vaccine pass or health pass.
Mask-wearing has been optional in all areas of the Palais de la Porte Dorée.
Online reservation is also strongly recommended, including for those eligible for free admission and members.
All visitors are asked to refrain from running or shouting in the exhibition rooms. Photos and videos are authorised, but without flashes or selfie sticks. To protect the well-being of the animals, tapping on the aquarium glass is forbidden.
To ensure that your visit takes place in optimal conditions, we encourage you to become familiar with the general visiting rules.