Exhibitions not to be missed in Paris in June
Looking for exhibitions, culture, fashion or pop art? Paris is the place to be all summer long, in places that are often secret, but always inspiring. From ancient queens to haute couture icons, from moving self-portraits to spectacular optical art, here are 6 must-see exhibitions to discover in Paris and the suburbs. Let yourself be surprised.
Audrey Tautou as you’ve never seen her before
Actress and muse, Audrey Tautou reveals herself in a free, intimate exhibition of self-portraits, fan letters and personal writings. A direct access to the universe of the woman who played Amélie Poulain… but who is much more than that.
📍Location: Quai de la photo, 9 port de la Gare, 75013
📅Dates: June 5 – September 10, 2025
🎟️Free admission
David Bowie celebrated at MR8 gallery
An absolute icon of pop culture, David Bowie is the subject of a visual and emotional tribute in a gallery in the Marais district. Rare photos, immersive atmosphere: experience it before it’s too late.
📍Location: 8 rue des Francs-Bourgeois, 75003 Paris
📅Date: Until June 22, 2025
Cleopatra, Queen Eternal at the Arab World Institute
The Institut du Monde Arabe presents a major exhibition dedicated to Cleopatra VII. Statuary, historical accounts and ancient immersion: a fascinating re-reading of the myth, between politics, power and femininity.
📍Location: 1 rue des Fossés Saint-Bernard, 75005 Paris
📅Dates: From June 11, 2025 to January 11, 2026
The Cherqui Foundation: visual explosion guaranteed
Located in Aubervilliers, the Fondation Cherqui houses over 5,000 works of optical and kinetic art. A special place, halfway between a hidden museum and an Instagrammable setting, it’s a must-see for fans of strong visual sensations.
📍Location: 61 rue Lécuyer, 93300 Aubervilliers, France
🎟️By reservation
Paul Poiret at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs
He revolutionized fashion in the early 20th century. Paul Poiret is honored with a rich and elegant exhibition that explores his influence in fashion, perfume and decoration.
📍Venue: Musée des Arts Décoratifs, 107 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
📅Dates: From June 25, 2025 to January 11, 2026
Charles Frederick Worth at the Petit Palais
Nicknamed the “father of haute couture”, Charles Frederick Worth is celebrated at the Petit Palais in a stunning retrospective. From his earliest designs to his lasting impact on Parisian fashion, an anthology exhibition.
📍Venue: Petit Palais, Avenue Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris
📅Dates: May 7 to September 7, 2025
An audacious cultural season
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