"The Louvre's endless corridors no doubt remain a must see for visitors to Paris. But lately, the city's most iconic museum has faced its share of trials and tribulations. Between the endless queue and massive crowds, sporadic strikes that left visitors disappointed and the recent, breathtaking jewelry heist that saw the museum's doors shut, it's worth considering some of the city's lesser known gems on your next cultural day out."
"Located in the heart of the Latin Quarter, the Musée de Cluny evokes medieval France. From the Roman baths to 15th-century tapestries (including the famous Lady and the Unicorn), history comes to life in the most evocative fashion here.Hours: Tue-Sun 9:30 am - 6:15 pm (closed Mondays). Last entry 5:30 pm. Open evenings until 9 pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.Address: 6 Place Paul Painlevé, 75005 Paris Tel: +33 1 53 73 78 00"
The Louvre faces long queues, massive crowds, sporadic strikes, and a recent jewelry heist that prompted temporary closure. Numerous lesser-known Paris museums provide quieter, focused cultural experiences. Musée de Cluny evokes medieval France with Roman baths and 15th-century tapestries such as the Lady and the Unicorn. Musée Rodin combines restored salons and a sculpture garden featuring The Thinker and The Kiss. Musée de l'Orangerie displays Monet's Water Lilies in two oval rooms designed to the artist's specifications and houses works by Cézanne, Renoir, Modigliani, and Matisse. These venues offer distinctive alternatives for cultural visits.
Read at HiP Paris Blog
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