Does the Paris Museum Pass Include the Musée Guimet (Asian Arts)?
Yes — the Musée Guimet (Musée national des arts asiatiques) is included in the Paris Museum Pass, with no reservation needed. It holds Europe’s richest collection of Asian art, spanning five millennia from Afghanistan to Japan. Here’s what to expect and how to use your pass for this underrated gem.
The short answer
The Guimet, in the 16th arrondissement near the Trocadéro, is fully covered by the pass — you simply scan your pass to enter, with no timed reservation required. As Europe’s foremost museum of Asian art, it’s a rewarding and often uncrowded use of your pass.
What you’ll see
The collection spans five thousand years and the whole Asian continent — from Afghanistan, India and Southeast Asia to China, Korea and Japan — with sculpture, ceramics, paintings and textiles. Highlights include Khmer art, Himalayan pieces and a serene Buddhist pantheon, making it one of the world’s great Asian-art museums.
No reservation needed
Unlike the Louvre or Versailles, the Guimet doesn’t require a timed slot — your pass admits you directly. That makes it a flexible, low-stress addition to your itinerary, ideal for filling a half-day without the need to book ahead, and a calm contrast to the busier headline sites.
A quieter, rewarding visit
Because it’s off many first-timers’ radar, the Guimet is usually far less crowded than the Louvre or Orsay, so you can explore at a relaxed pace. For anyone interested in Asian cultures, religions and art, it’s one of the best-value experiences the pass unlocks.
When to go
The Guimet is typically closed on Tuesdays, with reduced hours on some holidays, so check before you visit. It’s near the Trocadéro and the Palais de Tokyo, so you can combine it with a stroll toward the Eiffel Tower views, using your pass for the Guimet and other nearby included sites.
What else the pass covers
Beyond the Guimet, the pass includes over 50 museums and monuments, from the Louvre and Orsay to Versailles, Sainte-Chapelle and the Arc de Triomphe — plus lesser-known treasures. The Guimet is a perfect example of the breadth the pass offers beyond the obvious icons.
Pair it with the 16th arrondissement
The Guimet sits in a cultural corner of Paris near the Trocadéro, with the Palais de Tokyo and the free Musée d’Art Moderne nearby, and grand Eiffel Tower views across the river. It’s an easy area to spend a half-day, with the Guimet anchoring it on your pass.
Tips for your visit
- Just scan your pass — no reservation needed.
- Avoid Tuesdays (typically closed).
- Allow 1.5–2 hours for the main collection.
- Enjoy the calm — it’s far quieter than the big museums.
- Pair it with Trocadéro views nearby.
Buy your Paris Museum Pass for Asian art
To explore Europe’s finest Asian-art collection without a separate ticket, buy your Paris Museum Pass online in advance — the Guimet needs no reservation — and book free slots for the sites that do. Secure your pass and discover this underrated gem.
Frequently asked questions
Does the pass include the Musée Guimet?
Yes — entry is covered, with no reservation needed.
What will I see?
Europe’s richest Asian-art collection, spanning five millennia and the whole continent.
Do I need to reserve?
No — just scan your pass at the entrance.
When is it closed?
Typically Tuesdays — check current hours.
Is it crowded?
Usually far less than the Louvre or Orsay.
What’s nearby?
The Trocadéro, the Palais de Tokyo and Eiffel Tower views.