A museum off the beaten track in Paris

« Laughter and parties did not have a museum, yet so many are dedicated to wars. I created a world of dreams that could not have existed without the visitors who brought it to life. » Jean Paul Favand

One of Paris’s hidden gems

As soon as you step into the Pavillons de Bercy, you will forget everything that belongs to your daily life. This extraordinary site, also known as the Musée des Arts Forains (Museum of fairground arts), takes you off the beaten track. Discover a unique collection of objects from the performing arts of the 19th and 20th centuries. It is a timeless getaway into the themes of curiosity cabinets, carnivals, incredible gardens and Belle Epoque funfairs.

An entertaining museum in Paris

To live this original Parisian experience anytime in the year, you only need to book for one of our tours (excluding special openings).

An unforgettable experience in a Parisian museum

Freed from the traditional window displays and labels, this conceptually innovative lively museum has existed for over 20 years thanks to its visitors. One of the singular aspects of this site that combines culture, conviviality and curiosity is the possibility to play with centenary attractions or ride old merry-go-rounds.

Its pioneering scenography, based on the mix of tradition and modernity, turns the visit into a holistic show, where objects and visitors become actors.

Festival du Merveilleux 2024

<h4>From December 27 to January 5, discover the Festival du Merveilleux! </h4>
Many new shows will amaze young and old, all in a friendly and warm atmosphere. This is an opportunity for the public to discover the museum at their own pace, to be amazed by the exceptional heritage preserved in the museum’s various rooms and to attend many impromptu shows.

<strong>Purchase of tickets in advance recommended.</strong>

We recommend that you <a href=”https://arts-forains.tickeasy.com/fr-FR/accueil”>buy your tickets</a> online in advance. These tickets are not queue-jump tickets but guarantee you can attend the festival. If the on-site capacity is reached on site, we will no longer be able to let visitors in without tickets. Favor the mornings.

The usual guided tours of the museum will resume after the holidays.

<h4>Vigipirate Emergency Attack Plan</h4>
Suitcases, large bags and scooters are not accepted in the establishment. Please note that we do not have left-luggage facilities. Our teams reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone who refuses a visual inspection of their belongings.<br /><br />