What to visit in paris's 2nd arrondissement? Museums, monuments and exhibitions of the moment!

Want to explore Paris's 2nd arrondissement from top to bottom? Between museums, monuments and current exhibitions, we take you on a journey of discovery through the heritage of this

Parisian district! HISTORY AND ART around every corner - that's the promise of every PARISIAN STROLL. The capital has lived up to its reputation as a cultural city, with the many

MUSEUMS and MONUMENTS that make up its rich heritage. And since each arrondissement of Paris has its own unique atmosphere, exploring the different districts of the capital allows you to

immerse yourself in different atmospheres while quenching your thirst for discovery and CULTURE. In the heart of PARIS, the capital's 2ND ARRONDISSEMENT is sure to delight the curious

and the passionate alike, with its many little-known treasures, art galleries and EXHIBITIONS. If you'd like to explore this central district of the capital in all its glory, we've

come up with a selection of ideas for cultural outings right now. And the good news is that this guide is updated as we post new listings and make new discoveries, so check back regularly

for more ideas on what to do in PARIS'S 2ND ARRONDISSEMENT! And for more ideas on what to do in the area, click here! THE TOUR JEAN-SANS-PEUR, A MEDIEVAL TREASURE IN PARIS Immerse

yourself in medieval history at the Tour Jean-sans-Peur in Paris. The last vestige of the Hôtel des Ducs de Bourgogne Valois, the Tour Jean sans Peur was built in 1409 and offers a glimpse

of life in the Middle Ages in a reconstructed residence. It currently houses an exhibition on Health in the Middle Ages, which runs until September 10, 2023 (excluding the month of August).

[Read more] DID YOU KNOW? THE SHAPES OF THE SALLE LABROUSTE, INHA'S LIBRARY, ARE INSPIRED BY DRESSES. The Salle Labrouste, home to the Bibliothèque de l'Institut Nationale de

l'Histoire de l'Art, is undoubtedly one of the prettiest libraries in Paris, if not the most beautiful. With its unusual architecture, we tell you all about its history and

inspiration. [Read more] DID YOU KNOW? THE GALERIE VIVIENNE, PARIS'S MOST CHARMING COVERED PASSAGEWAY, IS BUILT ON A FORMER CEMETERY. Discover the Galerie Vivienne, a historic gem in

the heart of Paris, open since 1826 and listed as a historic monument. It's a must-see in Paris, especially when it rains. [Read more] DID YOU KNOW? THE SMALLEST STREET IN PARIS IS 5

METRES LONG. They say small is beautiful. The smallest street in Paris is no exception, discreetly wedged between the shopping streets of Beauregard and Cléry, in the center of the capital.

[Read more] THE RICHELIEU LIBRARY, HISTORIC BIRTHPLACE OF THE BNF The Bibliothèque Richelieu is one of the most beautiful libraries in Paris. Discover it for yourself! [Read more] HYGIENE IN

THE MIDDLE AGES: THE HISTORICAL EXHIBITION AT THE TOUR JEAN SANS PEUR The Tour Jean Sans Peur puts an end to preconceived ideas, with its exhibition "Hygiene in the Middle Ages",

presented from March 12 to December 28, 2025. [Read more] REX STUDIOS, (RE)DISCOVER BEHIND-THE-SCENES AT THE GRAND REX Discover the magic of cinema with this behind-the-scenes tour of

Europe's largest cinema, Rex Studios! Film set, director's office, projection booth, editing room, special effects... A fun and educational visit to the heart of the Grand Rex.

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