25 December 2025: which museums and monuments are open in Paris?

Museums, monuments and cultural attractions are usually open on 24 December but their opening times can vary. It is therefore advisable to check in advance before you visit.

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For an unforgettable stay in Paris, take a stroll on 24 December around the many Christmas markets and villages to find original gifts made by local craftspeople and sample culinary specialities, step through the doors of churches to discover nativity scenes, admire the Christmas lights that cast a spell on the capital and the animated windows displays of department stores. Finally, book a Christmas Eve dinner in a restaurant or opt for a dinner cruise on the Seine or an evening out in a famous cabaret such as the Moulin Rouge, Paradis Latin or Crazy Horse.

In Paris on Christmas Day, activities and outings are plentiful! A sightseeing cruise or lunch cruise on the Seine to admire exceptional landmarks along the river, a stroll through the parks and gardens of Paris, a day out at a theme park such as Disneyland® Paris or Parc Astérix, a discovery tour of enchanting light festivals in the capital's parks and gardens, or a visit to museums, monuments and chateaux that stay open at this special time of year. Several restaurants in the lively districts of the Champs-Élysées, Montmartre and the Marais offer festive menus for the occasion.

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