Bourse de Commerce Pinault Collection: Priority Ticket

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Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection, Paris

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

This priority-access ticket gets you into the Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection, François Pinault's contemporary art museum in central Paris. The Japanese architect Tadao Ando dropped a smooth concrete cylinder inside a centuries-old circular grain exchange, and the contrast with the restored glass dome and 19th-century painted frieze above is the first thing you'll notice. Inside, rotating exhibitions move paintings, sculpture, photography, and video installations by major international artists through the galleries, so there's always something new on show. A free audio-guide app in six languages comes included.

Highlights

Tadao Ando's concrete cylinder set inside the historic circular exchange building
Rotating exhibitions of international contemporary art from the François Pinault Collection
The central rotunda under its glass dome and restored 19th-century painted frieze
Works by world-renowned artists, often shown in Paris for the first time
Views over Paris from the upper levels and the building's restored architectural details
Set at 2 Rue de Viarmes in the 1st arrondissement, a short walk from the Louvre, the Pompidou, and the Tuileries
A former grain and commercial exchange reopened as a museum in 2021 after Ando's renovation

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Priority access to the exhibitions
Audio-guide app in 6 languages, accessible online on your phone

Visiting the Museum: Hours, Getting There, and What to Expect

The Bourse de Commerce sits at 2 Rue de Viarmes in the 1st arrondissement, near the former Les Halles market district and an easy walk from the Louvre, the Centre Pompidou, and the Jardin des Tuileries. It's simple to reach on public transport: take Metro lines 1, 4, 7, 11, or 14 or RER lines A, B, and D to the Châtelet or Les Halles stations, both just a short walk away. Several bus lines stop nearby as well.

The museum generally opens late morning, around 11:00, and closes in the early evening, around 19:00, with later closing on some days such as Fridays. It is usually closed Tuesdays and on certain public holidays, and because exhibition schedules and the season both affect the timetable, it's worth checking the current hours before you go. Plan to arrive a few minutes before your timed entry. There's no formal dress code, but comfortable shoes help, since you'll be on your feet moving between galleries on several floors. A cloakroom handles coats and small bags, while large bags and luggage usually aren't permitted inside.

Inside, the signature space is the central rotunda under the glass dome, which Ando lined with a concrete cylinder and which often holds large-scale installations. Galleries on the surrounding floors rotate through painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation work, and the upper level has a restaurant with city views. Since the programme changes through the year, check what's currently on show if there's a particular artist or piece you want to see. Most visitors spend between one and two hours here.

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Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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FAQs

What kind of art is on show at the Bourse de Commerce?

The galleries focus on modern and contemporary art drawn from François Pinault's collection, with works rotated through changing exhibitions rather than a fixed permanent display.

Is the museum accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

Yes. Lifts reach the exhibition floors and the building is set up to accommodate visitors with reduced mobility. Staff on site can point you to the specific facilities.

Does this ticket include a guided tour?

This is a priority-access ticket, and it comes with a free audio-guide app in six languages that you use on your phone. The museum sometimes runs its own guided tours separately, depending on the exhibition.

Can I take photos inside?

Photography without flash is generally fine for personal use in most galleries. Some individual works or temporary exhibitions may have stricter rules, which will be signposted.

Is there somewhere to eat at the museum?

Yes. There's a restaurant on the upper level serving refreshments, with views over Paris.

Where can I leave my coat and bags?

A cloakroom handles coats, small bags, and umbrellas. Large luggage and oversized items generally aren't allowed and can't be stored.

How long do the exhibitions run?

The exhibitions are temporary and rotate through the year, with each one typically on show for several months. It's worth checking the current programme before you visit.

What was the Bourse de Commerce before it became a museum?

It started life as a grain exchange and later served as the city's commercial exchange, a circular building topped by a glass dome near the old Les Halles market. It reopened as an art museum in 2021.

Who designed the interior of the museum?

Japanese architect Tadao Ando led the renovation, inserting a plain concrete cylinder inside the historic rotunda so his smooth grey walls sit against the restored 19th-century dome and painted frieze above.

Should I book a ticket in advance?

Yes. Entry is paid, and reserving a timed ticket online ahead of time helps you skip the wait at the door, especially on weekends and during popular exhibitions.

How much time should I set aside for a visit?

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