Paris Science Museum

The Paris Science and Industry Museum has a planetarium, a plane and a submarine open for exploration making it an exciting attraction for any trip to Paris. Don't miss out on the wonderful experience, get your Science Museum in Paris Tickets with The Paris Pass®.

The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie (Science Museum), located in the Parc de la Villette in Paris, is the largest science museum in Europe and one of France's premier cultural centers of science, technology, and industry. It aims to spread scientific and technical knowledge, especially among youth, and to foster public interest in science, research, and industry.

The museum's building is a marvel in itself, constructed around the vast steel trusses of an unfinished abattoir sales hall. The transformation into the museum was commissioned in 1980, designed by architect Adrien Fainsilber and engineering firm Rice Francis Ritchie. The building was inaugurated in 1986 by François Mitterrand.

A notable architectural feature is its "bioclimatic facade" facing the park, including Les Serres – three greenhouse spaces constructed without framing or supporting fins, a first in structural glass wall construction.

The museum masterfully blends science with modern living, highlighting contemporary scientific breakthroughs and their future implications, rather than dwelling on past technical feats. Its spacious, modern interior spans several levels, all seamlessly linked by quiet elevators. Within these spaces, visitors can immerse themselves in a diverse array of exhibitions, models, interactive videos, and hands-on technical displays.

A standout feature is the Solar Impulse 1, a pioneering solar-powered aircraft prototype, epitomising the museum's commitment to showcasing cutting-edge, futuristic technology.