Louis Vuitton Foundation

The Basics

The Louis Vuitton Foundation features a permanent collection of modern art organized along the following categories: contemplative, pop, expressionist, and music and sound. The museum also hosts temporary international modern-art exhibitions and an annual program of concerts. A variety of art-themed workshops and activities are held for young children and their families.

Things to Know Before You Go

• The Louis Vuitton Foundation is a must-see for modern-architecture and contemporary-art buffs.

• The rooftop terraces offer fantastic views of Paris.

• The museum is wheelchair accessible, and free entry is given to disabled visitors and accompanying guests.

How to Get There

The Louis Vuitton Foundation is easily accessed by metro line 1, just a short walk from the Les Sablons stop. You can also take bus line 244 to the Jardin d'Acclimatation stop or the Foundation shuttle from Place Charles de Gaulle with a valid ticket to the foundation.

When to Get There

The Louis Vuitton Foundation is open late on Friday evenings and closed most Tuesdays. New exhibits are very popular, so book tickets ahead of time to be guaranteed admission the date and time you prefer. The Foundation Auditorium sponsors orchestral concerts year-round; be sure to check the events schedule prior to your visit.

Visiting the Louis Vuitton Foundation with Children

The Louis Vuitton Foundation has all sort of activities and tools to help stimulate children’s curiosity, including interactive iPad-led tours, special storytelling workshops, and hands-on creative-art workshops. There’s also an amusement park next door; the Jardin d’Acclimatation features amusement rides, playgrounds, train rides, and zoo animals.

Ways to explore

A highlight of contemporary architecture tours in Paris, the Louis Vuitton Foundation is also an ideal destination for lovers of 20th- and 21st-century art. It features a permanent collection organized by category—contemplative, pop, expressionist, and music and sound—along with hosting temporary art exhibitions and an annual concert program in the complex’s auditorium.

Families with toddlers to teens can participate in art-themed workshops too. The peaceful setting inside the vast Bois de Boulogne, in-house gourmet restaurant, and rooftop terrace views of the cityscape make this cultural hub a perfect break from the bustle of central Paris.

Accessibility

The foundation building and grounds are fully wheelchair accessible.

Age limits

There is no minimum age to visit, and kid-friendly activities are offered regularly.

What to pack

Camera and battery pack, downloaded Louis Vuitton Foundation app for additional content about the collection

What to wear

Comfortable shoes, layers (the building is climate-controlled)

Not allowed

Suitcases or large bags, bikes, scooters or skateboards, sharp objects

Amenities

Coat check, restaurant, bookshop, free app

Address

The Louis Vuitton Foundation is just west of downtown Paris inside the Bois de Boulogne park, a few minutes by public transportation from the Arc de Triomphe and about 30 minutes from the Louvre.

Driving

Though you can approach the foundation building along Avenue de Mahatma Gandhi, there is no nearby parking inside the Bois de Boulogne. Opt to take a taxi or use public transit instead.

Public transportation

The Louis Vuitton Foundation is a short walk from the Les Sablons stop on metro line 1. You can also take bus 244 to the Jardin d’Acclimatation stop or the Foundation shuttle from Place Charles de Gaulle with a valid ticket to the foundation.

Best times to visit

The views of Paris from the building’s rooftop terraces are particularly striking in the morning and late afternoon. Since the complex is open until late in the evening, it’s easy to pair with a day of sightseeing.

Best days to visit

The Louis Vuitton Foundation is closed on Tuesdays, and the busiest days are Saturday and Sunday. Visit in the afternoon on Monday or Wednesday through Friday to avoid the crowds.

Best months to visit

The climate-controlled complex is a year-round destination, but the surrounding park is most beautiful in the spring and fall.

Special events

Special exhibitions, concerts, workshops, and other cultural events are held throughout the year. Check the foundation website for an updated schedule.