Hôtel de la Marine Permanent Collection Tickets
Description
Your entry to the Hôtel de la Marine offers the chance to explore an 18th-century palace, situated in the central Place de la Concorde in Paris, which once served as the headquarters for the French Navy.
Ticket Information
The Hôtel de la Marine, prominently located in Place de la Concorde, stands as one of the remarkable palatial structures from the 18th century in the heart of Paris.
This ticket grants you access to both the permanent exhibition (previously recognized as the quartermasters’ apartments) and the “Express” exhibit (comprising the historic salons and loggia). Utilizing an English audio guide, you will begin your journey through the quartermasters' quarters, adorned with chandeliers, luxurious drapes, and carpets reminiscent of the Louis XV era.
The beautiful lounges and the loggia await, their stunning decor sure to leave a lasting impression. As you proceed with the audio guide, you will uncover the historical significance of the Hôtel de la Marine, which was initially intended to house the Garde-Meuble de la Couronne. Post the 1789 French Revolution, it transformed into the central offices of the French Navy.
Following the relocation of the French Ministry of the Navy in 2015, the Hôtel underwent significant renovations and opened its doors to the public in 2021. This ticket enables you to appreciate the revitalization of this exquisite palace, crafted by Ange-Jacques Gabriel, an esteemed architect during the reign of Louis XV of France.
The audio-guided exploration of the Hôtel de la Marine typically lasts around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Visiting Hours
The visiting hours for the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris are outlined below:
- Monday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (last entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments at 5:45 pm)
- Tuesday: open from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm (last entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments at 12:15 pm)
- Wednesday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (last entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments at 5:45 pm)
- Thursday: open from 12:30 pm to 7 pm (last entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments at 5:45 pm)
- Friday: open from 10:30 am to 9:30 pm (exceptions on the first Friday of each month, open from 7 pm to 9:30 pm). On regular days, the final entry to the Quartmaster's Apartments is at 8:15 pm.
- Saturday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (last entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments at 5:45 pm)
- Sunday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (last entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments at 5:45 pm)
Note that the final entry for the Quartmaster's Apartments is 1 hour and 15 minutes before closing.
Visits are restricted to groups only on Tuesday afternoons, Thursday mornings, and the first evening of each month.
The busiest periods at the Hôtel de la Marine tend to be:
- Between 10:30 am and 11:30 am
- From 2:30 pm to 4 pm
2026 Special Hours
- August 28: closing at 5 pm (final admission at 3:30 pm)
- September 3, 16 & 17: closing at 3 pm (final admission at 1 pm)
- September 25: closing at 7 pm
- December 3: closing at 6 pm (final admission at 4:30 pm)
- December 10: closing at 3 pm (final admission at 1 pm)
Free Admission Eligibility
Entry to the Hôtel de la Marine is complimentary for:
- Young individuals from the European Union aged 18 to 25
- All children under 18, regardless of nationality
- Everyone is entitled to free access on the first Sunday of each month (applicable from November to March and during the third weekend of September)
To obtain the free tickets specified above, visitors must present valid identification at the ticket offices.
What's included
- Admission to the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris, the lounges, and the Loggia
- Audioguide in English
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
Address & Access to the Hôtel de la Marine
The Hôtel de la Marine is located at the following address in Paris: Place de la Concorde, 2.
The Concorde metro station is next to the palace. This stop has lines 1 (yellow), 8 (light mauve), and 12 (dark green).
Your ticket includes access to the permanent collection and the express collection (intendants' apartments, the salons, and the loggia). Admission to the Al Thani Collection is not included.
Additional Info
Please note that wheelchairs wider than 70 centimeters (2 ft 3 in) won't fit through some of the passages. Bags and suitcases—no matter how small—are also not permitted.
Opening Times
The opening times for the Hôtel de la Marine are the following:
- Monday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (final admission to the permanent collection is at 5:45 pm)
- Tuesday: open from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm (final admission to the permanent collection is at 12:15 pm)
- Wednesday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (final admission to the permanent collection is at 5:45 pm)
- Thursday: open from 12:30 pm to 7 pm (final admission to the permanent collection is at 5:45 pm)
- Friday: open from 10:30 am to 9:30 pm (except on the first Friday of each month, when the opening times are from 7 pm to 9:30 pm). On normal days, the final admission to the Quartmaster's Apartments is at 8:15 pm)
- Saturday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (final admission to the permanent collection is at 5:45 pm)
- Sunday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm (final admission to the permanent collection is at 5:45 pm)
The final admission allowed to the Quartmaster's Apartments is 1 hour and 15 minutes before closing.
Tuesday afternoons, Thursday mornings, and the afternoon of the first Friday of each month are reserved for group visits only.
The busiest times of the Hôtel de la Marine are as follows:
- From 10:30 am to 11:30 am
- From 2:30 pm to 4 pm
These times are subject to change. Therefore, we recommend checking the official website before your visit.
Special Times in 2026
- August 28: it will close at 5 pm (final admission at 3:30 pm)
- September 3,16 & 17: it will close at 3 pm (final admission at 1 pm)
- September 25: it will close at 7 pm
- December 3: it will close at 6 pm (final admission at 4:30 pm)
- December 10: it will close at 3 pm it will close at 3 pm (final admission at 1 pm)
Free Admission
Admission to the Hôtel de la Marine is free for the following people:
- Young people from the European Union between 18 and 25 years of age
- Children under 18 years of age, regardless of nationality
- Admission is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (from November to March, as well as the third weekend in September)
For the free tickets mentioned above, you'll have to go to the ticket offices with a valid ID.
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