Top Art Exhibitions in Paris This Season

As the light changes and a new season begins in Paris, its galleries and museums are unveiling unmissable programming to enjoy across modern and contemporary art. Art Basel Paris should not be missed at the exquisite Grand Palais, alongside their public programme presentation in collaboration with Miu Miu at Palais d’Iéna. La Galerie Dior and Claude Monet’s Water Lilies or Les Nymphéas at Muséum de l’Orangerie are as captivating as ever for those who enjoy strolling peacefully through Jardin des Tuileries in the early autumn. If venturing further afield to the Côte d’Azur, visit the collection of Fondation Maeght as well as The Infinite Woman exhibition at Fondation Carmignac on the island of Porquerolles.

1. Paris Art Basel

Clément Delépine, Director of Art Basel Paris, leads the much-anticipated arrival of the international art fair at Grand Palais following the success of the recent Paris Olympics. Its immersive public programme continues with Miu Miu presenting a special project titled ‘Tales & Tellers’ at Palais d’Iéna, the headquarters of France’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council. An inspiring Conversations programme has been curated by Charles Teyssou and Pierre-Alexandre Matéos in the Petit Palais. Don’t miss the Emergence sector, which celebrates exhibitors presenting young and emerging artists through solo presentations.

Address: Grand Palais, 3 avenue du Général Eisenhower, 75008, Paris
Price: From €44; concessions available
Dates: 18-12 October 2024

2. Bourse de commerce Pinault Collection

The Bourse de Commerce, a former stock exchange, has been transformed into the opulent yet minimalist Pinault Collection, which is also housed at Palazzo Grassi and Punta della Dogana in Venice. With 10,000 works of contemporary art spanning from emerging to established artists, the collection is equally divided between the two cities. Architect Tadao Ando, known for Chichu Museum on Naoshima Island in Japan, reconceived the building with a focus on the monumental skylight. Consequently, this cultural institution is renowned for its inspiring programming across a broad spectrum of mediums, from paintings and photography to sculpture and media.

Address: 2 rue de Viarmes, 75001 Paris
Price: From €14; concessions available
Dates: Closed on Tuesdays