Does the Paris Museum Pass Include the Musée du Quai Branly?
Yes — the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac is included in the Paris Museum Pass. This striking museum of the arts and cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas sits beside the Seine near the Eiffel Tower, making it an easy, high-value addition to a pass day. Here’s what’s covered and how to fit it in.
What the pass covers
Your pass includes full entry to the permanent collections of the Musée du Quai Branly, with their tens of thousands of objects from non-Western cultures — masks, textiles, sculptures, instruments and more. As always, the pass covers the permanent collection; temporary exhibitions there may require a separate ticket.
A different kind of Paris museum
The Quai Branly offers a refreshing change from Paris’s classical art museums. Its dramatic Jean Nouvel building, with a living green wall and garden, houses immersive, atmospheric galleries devoted to the world’s indigenous and non-European cultures. It’s a favourite for travellers wanting something beyond the Impressionists and old masters.
Where it is and what’s nearby
The museum stands on the Left Bank by the Seine, a short walk from the Eiffel Tower and within reach of the Musée Rodin and Les Invalides (both included). That makes a natural pass-day pairing: combine the Quai Branly with Rodin and Napoleon’s Tomb, then add the Eiffel Tower separately for a full day in this elegant quarter.
How long to allow
Allow around two hours to take in the permanent collections at a relaxed pace, more if you’re captivated by a particular region or culture. The galleries are extensive and absorbing, so it’s a substantial visit rather than a quick stop — plan it as a main attraction of your day.
When to go
The Musée du Quai Branly is closed on Mondays. It also has a popular late-evening opening on certain days, which can be a calm time to visit. Mornings are quieter; check the current hours when you plan, and pair it with nearby sights to make the most of the area.
Do you need a reservation?
The Quai Branly is generally more relaxed than the headline sites and doesn’t usually require an advance timed slot for pass holders, though it’s always worth checking current requirements. Your pass covers entry; have it ready and follow any on-site guidance for pass holders.
Why it’s a good pass pick
Because it’s included but less obvious than the Louvre or Orsay, the Quai Branly is exactly the sort of museum the pass makes effortless to add — a place you might not buy a separate ticket for, but will gladly explore when it’s already covered. It adds real variety to a Paris itinerary.
Tips for your visit
- Allow about two hours for the permanent collections.
- Pair it with the Rodin Museum and Les Invalides nearby.
- Add the Eiffel Tower separately for a full day.
- Avoid Mondays (closed).
- Enjoy the garden and green wall outside.
What makes the Quai Branly special
- The Jean Nouvel building with its living green wall and garden.
- Masks and sculptures from across Africa and Oceania.
- Textiles, instruments and ritual objects from Asia and the Americas.
- Atmospheric, immersive galleries unlike any classical Paris museum.
- Seine-side views toward the nearby Eiffel Tower.
Buy your Paris Museum Pass for the Quai Branly
To explore the arts and cultures of the world at the Musée du Quai Branly without a separate ticket, buy your Paris Museum Pass online in advance. Secure your pass and add one of Paris’s most distinctive museums to your itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Musée du Quai Branly included in the pass?
Yes — full entry to the permanent collections.
What will I see?
The arts and cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas.
How long should I spend?
About two hours for the permanent collections.
When is it closed?
Mondays.
Do I need a reservation?
Not usually — but check current requirements when planning.
What’s nearby?
The Eiffel Tower (separate), plus the Rodin Museum and Les Invalides (included).