3rd arrondissement, Paris

"A wild mix of hunting- and nature-related objects—taxidermy polar bears, carved ivory shotguns—alongside rotating contemporary art installations."
If you are looking for a slightly different museum in France, visit the Musée de la Chasse et la Nature. The historic site swaps art and architecture for taxidermy and hunting relics. A collection of 7,000 pieces across 2 former townhouse estates includes a gold-studded pommel rifle, hand-painted porcelain plates, and elegant furniture made with antlers. In addition to a permanent collection, rotating exhibits, and special events are available.
Today: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday: 11:00AM - 9:30PM
Friday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
From the Blog
Paris has more museums per square kilometer than any city in Europe, yet most visitors shuffle through the same three. Five cultural destinations local guides actually recommend — a taxidermy-meets-fine-art mansion, medieval tapestries atop Roman baths, outsider art in Montmartre, Frank Gehry's glass sailboat, and the oldest museum in the city, free to enter.

Everyone knows the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. But the Paris that Parisians actually live in? It's tucked down cobblestone passages and hidden behind unmarked doors. Here are five places locals love that tourists almost never find.
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