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Excursion to the Musée des Arts Forains
Paris Bercy Village
Half day
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French
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An immersive, unusual experience combining enchantment, heritage and live entertainment
Located in the former Pavillons de Bercy, the Musée des Arts Forains is one of the capital’s most original cultural venues. Far from traditional museums, it offers an immersive experience where visitors become actors in a world inspired by the funfairs of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Created from Jean-Paul Favand’s collection, this museum-show brings together rare objects, vintage rides and extraordinary scenery in a fully-staged space.
A living, interactive museum-show
The visit to the Musée des Arts Forains is unique in its format: it’s an immersive guided tour, led by actor-guides.
For around 1h30, visitors discover the collections while taking an active part in the experience:
- Rides on century-old merry-go-rounds
- Participation in period games
- Discover automaton shows
- Interaction with scenographic installations
Unlike conventional museums, here the objects are not frozen behind glass: they come to life before the eyes of visitors, in an approach known as active museology.
Scenic worlds of dreams and history
The museum is organized around several themed areas, each immersing visitors in a different atmosphere.
Among the main universes:
- The fairground arts museum, dedicated to old-time attractions
- Theater of the marvellous, inspired by world exhibitions
- Venetian salons, between gondolas and Baroque decorations
- The Magic Mirror, a former 1920s ballroom
These spaces offer total immersion in the world of entertainment of yesteryear, blending history, imagination and modern technology.
An exceptional collection of fairground heritage
The Musée des Arts Forains houses a collection unique in Europe, consisting mainly of objects dating from 1850 to 1950.
We discover :
- Historic carousels and merry-go-rounds
- Antique fairground games
- Mechanical musical instruments
- Spectacular sets and automata
Some rides, such as the famous velocipede carousel dating from 1897, are still in operation and accessible to visitors, making the experience particularly lively.
An immersive tour combining heritage and emotion
The Musée des Arts Forains is designed as a timeless interlude, where young and old can rediscover the spirit of the festivities of yesteryear.
The atmosphere is festive, poetic and interactive. Lighting effects, decorations and animations plunge visitors into a fairytale world, where the imaginary takes center stage.
This immersive approach transforms the visit into a complete sensory experience, combining cultural discovery and entertainment.
Bercy Village: extend your visit in a lively neighborhood steeped in history
A visit to the Musée des Arts Forains takes on even greater significance when set in the unique world of Bercy Village. Located in the heart of the former Bercy warehouses, this district tells another story of Parisian heritage, this time linked to the wine trade and the popular memory of eastern Paris. The page reminds us that Bercy was once a wine-producing suburb, bustling with guinguettes, wine merchants and vast warehouses.
Today, this heritage site has been rehabilitated to become Bercy Village, a lively mix of stores, restaurants, terraces, events and exhibitions. The famous Cour Saint-Émilion, lined with white stone wine storehouses, retains the imprint of this past and contributes to the charm of the site. The page also points out that this renovated space covers more than 26,000 m² and hosts cultural activities throughout the year.
Combining a visit to the museum with a stroll through Bercy Village offers a more complete experience, combining fairground heritage, the memory of popular old Paris and contemporary art de vivre. It’s also what makes this escapade particularly appealing: an immersive museum, set in a historic district that has become one of the 12th arrondissement’s most pleasant, family-friendly places.
An exceptional venue for all audiences
The Musée des Arts Forains caters for a wide range of visitors, from families and groups to heritage enthusiasts and fans of unusual experiences.
The tour includes :
- Discover a little-known heritage
- A fun, interactive experience
- Sharing a convivial moment
- Marvel at a unique universe
It’s the ideal way to get away from the usual tourist circuits and enjoy an original experience in Paris.
Why visit the Musée des Arts Forains?
To visit the Musée des Arts Forains in Paris is to plunge into a world where heritage and entertainment meet.
The site offers :
- An immersive experience unique in France
- Direct contact with historic objects
- A lively, participatory tour
- A moment of discovery accessible to all
Between tradition, innovation and wonder, the museum offers an original vision of culture, where emotion and pleasure take center stage.
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Questions fréquentes (FAQ)
Why combine a visit to the Musée des Arts Forains with a stroll through Bercy Village?
Combine a visit to the Musée des Arts Forains with a stroll through Bercy Village, and you've got a coherent, lively heritage experience. The museum is housed in the former warehouses of Bercy, a district historically linked to the wine trade and now rehabilitated around the Cour Saint-Émilion. Bercy Village brings together boutiques, restaurants, terraces, entertainment and former classified wine cellars, enriching the outing with a cultural, historical and convivial dimension. This combination makes for a particularly complete and attractive Parisian getaway.
Why visit the Musée des Arts Forains in Paris?
The Musée des Arts Forains is a unique experience in Paris, different from traditional museums. It immerses visitors in the world of 19th- and 20th-century funfairs, with vintage rides, interactive games and spectacular scenery. The guided tour, led by actors, offers a participatory experience where visitors can climb on some of the attractions. It's an ideal activity for families, groups and anyone looking for an original, immersive outing.
Is the Musée des Arts Forains suitable for children?
Yes, the Musée des Arts Forains is particularly suitable for children aged 5 and over. Visits are fun, interactive and participatory, with the possibility of riding on certain rides and taking part in games. The fairy-tale world and animations make the visit accessible and captivating for the youngest visitors, while remaining enriching for adults.
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