Musée de la Monnaie de Paris
At a Glance
Highlights
- Learn about the art and craft of metalworking in Paris
Tour Details
It's all about the money at La Monnaie de Paris! Founded in 864 AD, this is the planet's oldest continuously running minting institution. It's also now a museum that charts the incredible history of coin-making and coinage. Learn about how the Artisans of La Monnaie de Paris worked – and still work – with metal for over 12 centuries inside an interactive museum with engrossing sensory exhibits.
You can even create your own coin on a screw press and take it home!
What Makes This Tour Special
- Oldest continuously operating mint in the world with over 1100 years of history.
- Hands-on coin striking experience for visitors.
- Rich collection of coins, medals, and minting tools spanning centuries.
- Located on the picturesque Quai de Conti along the Seine River in central Paris.
- Architecturally significant neoclassical building housing both mint and museum.
Historical Background
What's Included
- Admission to Musée de la Monnaie de Paris
- Access to temporary exhibitions inside the museum (subject to availability)
- Access to temporary exhibitions that are located in the ''Salons'' - outside the museum (subject to availability)
Is This Tour Worth It?
This museums & art activity is well-reviewed at 4.2/5 across 212 reviews, priced from $13 per person.
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Pros
- +Strong rating: 4.2/5
- +3 items included
- +Well-reviewed: 212 ratings
- +Booked through Tiqets
Cons
- -Cancellation policy not specified















