Transfer by shared taxi to the Jeu de Paume in Paris Concorde

History and Visit the Jeu de Paume in Paris Concorde Site

The Jeu de Paume, located at the prestigious Place de la Concorde near the Louvre in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, is a beacon of contemporary art and photography. This gallery, extending over an expansive area of more than 2,700 square meters with 1,137 square meters dedicated to nine exhibition halls, showcases the intricacies of modern visual culture. Designed with three levels and featuring 420 linear meters of picture rails, the gallery’s architectural brilliance is complemented by rooms with ceilings rising to 4.5 meters, creating an open, airy space for the artworks displayed. Open to the public every day except Mondays, with extended hours every Tuesday, the Jeu de Paume is easily accessible via Concorde metro station’s lines 1, 8, 12, and several bus routes.

Evolution and Significance of the Jeu de Paume

Originally constructed in 1861 under Napoleon III’s reign to house a palm game room, the Jeu de Paume has undergone significant transformations, from an exhibition hall in 1909 to a pivotal museum collaborating closely with the Louvre and the Musée de l’Orangerie. By 1922, it adapted part of its structure to accommodate the Foreign Schools section of the Musée du Luxembourg. Transitioning into a museum, it garnered fame not just for its permanent collections but also as a venue for noteworthy temporary exhibitions, featuring works from Picasso, Modigliani, and others. The dark times of World War II saw it being used by the Nazis to store art confiscated from Jews. Post-war, it became a haven for Impressionist works until their move to the Musée d’Orsay in 1986, followed by a significant renovation that introduced modern amenities and additional exhibition spaces under the guidance of architect Antoine Stinco. Reinaugurated in 1991 by President François Mitterrand, the Jeu de Paume has since dedicated itself to showcasing modern and contemporary art, including video and film.

In 2004, a landmark merger with the Hotel de Sully and the Centre National de la Photographie positioned the Jeu de Paume as a premier site for photography and image, supported by the Ministry of Culture and Communication. This fusion underscores the institution’s role in promoting photography and contemporary imagery, marking it as a crucial cultural and artistic hub in Paris.

Transfer Shuttle Taxi to the Jeu de Paume in Paris Concorde Site

Discover museums and captivating attractions such as the Jeu de Paume gallery in Paris, comfortably seated in a VTC van, during your exploration of the French capital. Conveniently situated, the Jeu de Paume Concorde site lies just 21.5 kilometers away from Orly Airport. Those coming from Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport will find it a 32.1 km journey in a luxury taxi, ensuring a smooth and luxurious arrival to one of Paris’s esteemed galleries. Furthermore, visitors arriving from the Beauvais Airport will travel approximately 87.4 km, making it an accessible destination for art enthusiasts and tourists alike seeking to immerse themselves in the rich cultural tapestry of Paris.