Hôtel de la Marine Tickets: Al Thani Collection & Audio Guide

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Set on the Place de la Concorde in one of two matching 18th-century stone palaces, the Hôtel de la Marine spent centuries as a royal furniture store and then home to the French Navy before opening to the public. This ticket gets you in with a multilingual audio guide that walks you through the rooms. You'll see the 19th-century salons and step out onto the Loggia, with its view over the square and the obelisk, plus access to the Al Thani Collection, a rotating display of art and objects from many cultures.

Highlights

Explore the Hôtel de la Marine with access to the Al Thani Collection and the Intendant's Apartments
Walk through a palace commissioned by the king in 1757, with sweeping Paris views from the Loggia
Take in the grand halls and salons, and learn about Ange-Jacques Gabriel's Neoclassical design via audio guide
See the Intendant's Apartments, with panelled rooms and period furniture kept much as they were in the 1700s
Step into a building that once guarded the crown jewels as the royal Garde-Meuble before the Navy moved in

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Multilingual audio guide
Admission to the Hôtel de la Marine

Planning Your Visit to the Hôtel de la Marine

The Hôtel de la Marine sits right on the Place de la Concorde, one of the matching stone palaces designed by Louis XV's architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel in the 1760s. Inside, your self-guided route runs through the restored 18th-century interiors, the 19th-century salons, and the Loggia that looks out over the square and the obelisk. A separate wing holds the Al Thani Collection, a rotating display of art and objects spanning many cultures. The audio guide does much of the work, moving you between rooms and, in places, using sound and light to bring the spaces back to life. Plan on roughly one to two hours depending on your pace.

Hours generally run from late morning to early evening, with last admission about an hour before closing, though schedules shift by season, so it's worth checking the official site before you go. A timed ticket booked ahead tends to save waiting, especially on weekends and through the summer. Getting here is easy: the nearest Metro is Concorde, served by lines 1, 8, and 12, and buses 24, 42, 72, 73, and 84 stop nearby. There's no dress code, but wear comfortable shoes for the walking and bring a layer in cooler months, since the Loggia is open to the air. The Tuileries, the Louvre, and the Champs-Élysées are all a short walk away if you want to make a day of it.

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Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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FAQs

What is the Hôtel de la Marine?

It's an 18th-century palace on the Place de la Concorde, built as the royal Garde-Meuble (the crown's furniture store) and later home to the French Navy for about two centuries. It opened to the public as a cultural site in 2021.

Where is the Hôtel de la Marine located?

It stands at 2 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, right on one of the city's most famous squares. The nearest Metro is Concorde on lines 1, 8, and 12.

What will I see inside?

This ticket covers the restored Intendant's Apartments, the 19th-century salons, the Loggia overlooking the square, and the Al Thani Collection galleries. A multilingual audio guide takes you through it all.

Is this a guided tour?

No, it's self-guided. A multilingual audio guide is included and walks you through the history and rooms at your own pace.

Is the Hôtel de la Marine accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

Yes, the building is equipped with facilities for visitors with reduced mobility, including lifts and ramps.

Can I take photos inside?

Photography without flash is generally allowed in most areas, though some exhibits may have restrictions. Follow any posted signs.

Are there dining options on site?

Yes, there is usually a café or restaurant on site for refreshments during your visit.

Is there a gift shop?

Yes, a gift shop is generally open on site with souvenirs, books, and items tied to the monument and its collections.

What is the Al Thani Collection at the Hôtel de la Marine?

It's a rotating display of art and objects drawn from many cultures and centuries, housed in its own wing of the building. It's a very different feel from the French period rooms elsewhere in the palace.

Why is it called the Hôtel de la Marine if it was a furniture store?

For most of its early life it had nothing to do with the sea. It first held the Garde-Meuble de la Couronne, the royal furniture repository, and only took the naval name after the French Navy moved in following the Revolution.

What can I see from the Loggia?

The Loggia runs along the facade and looks straight out over the Place de la Concorde and its obelisk. It's one of the building's standout spots for a view across central Paris.

How long should I plan for a visit?

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