There is much to love about France\u2019s capital city, Paris. As the saying goes, \u201cParis is for lovers\u201d \u2013 food lovers, history lovers, and, of course, art lovers. Here are my recommendations for when you’ve already seen Le Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay and the Louvre.<\/p>\n
Le Mus\u00e9e Picasso<\/a><\/strong> Mus\u00e9e Rodin <\/a><\/strong> Mus\u00e9e du Quai Branly<\/a><\/strong> Bonnes visites!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nH\u00f4tel Sal\u00e9 5 rue de Thorigny
\nLe Mus\u00e9e Picasso is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon in Paris. A beautifully curated museum, it is located in the historic Marais quartier. As its name indicates, the entire museum is devoted to Picasso\u2019s masterpieces and the life of the artist himself. Over the years, the museum has amassed a very diverse collection of several thousand of the master\u2019s sculptures, paintings, engravings, and sketches. The exhibits also include biographical information about Picasso and his family. Be sure to stop by the bookstore to grab a unique souvenir. The caf\u00e9, with outdoor seating, is a lovely place to sit an enjoy a citron press\u00e9 (French lemonade).<\/p>\n
\n77 Rue de Varenne
\nNot to be missed, Le Mus\u00e9e Rodin is located in the former home of the sculptor himself, not far from the Eiffel Tower. Today, the 18th-century mansion and surrounding gardens are full of Rodin\u2019s sketches and sculptures, including his iconic piece \u201cLe Penseur\u201d (\u201cThe Thinker\u201d). If you\u2019re looking for postcards that are a bit out of the ordinary, the museum shop carries a nice selection. The museum caf\u00e9 is a wonderful place to grab a light bite to eat before heading back out onto the Parisian streets.<\/p>\n
\n37 Quai Branly
\nMus\u00e9e du quai Branly, Paris\u2019 museum<\/a> of ethnic art, opened in 2006. It houses the French government\u2019s stunning collection of traditional art and artifacts from African and Oceana. Renowned French architect Jean Nouvel designed the museum complex, which is comprised of 4 buildings. Be sure to take a walk through the unique gardens (with LED light straw formations throughough) and, if you\u2019re feeling peckish, stop for a bite to eat at the museum restaurant, Les Ombres.<\/p>\n