Housed in a stunning 17th-century building, the Picasso Museum in Paris showcases over 5,000 of his works, providing a captivating journey through the artist's evolution.
"A museum housing a vast collection of Pablo Picasso's artworks located in a historic mansion." - Lane Nieset Lane Nieset Lane Nieset is a travel writer from Miami who has lived in France for the past decade. From Paris, she covers a mix of lifestyle, wine, food, and design for publications including Food & Wine, Condé N
"The Hôtel Salé alone is reason to visit, but of course the real draw is Picasso's oeuvre, more popular than ever following a much-hyped 2014 reopening. And since the museum is centrally located in the bustling Marais, it's easy to work the Musée Picasso into a day out shopping and dining. While there are other single-artist museums in Paris, the combination of Picasso's fame and the beauty of the setting make this one of the very best. Reserve tickets in advance to avoid long lines." - Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, Julia Eskins
"The Hôtel Salé alone is reason to visit, but of course the real draw is Picasso's oeuvre, more popular than ever following a much-hyped 2014 reopening. And since the museum is centrally located in the bustling Marais, it's easy to work the Musée Picasso into a day out shopping and dining. While there are other single-artist museums in Paris, the combination of Picasso's fame and the beauty of the setting make this one of the very best. Reserve tickets in advance to avoid long lines." - Lindsey Tramuta, Melissa Liebling-Goldberg
"Museums tend to be quiet upon opening, fill up mid-day, and then thin out toward the evening. For example, the gorgeous Musée Picasso-Paris, which is located in the Marais District, opens at 10:30 a.m. on weekdays." - Travel + Leisure Editors
