Science Expériences Palais — Science museum at Porte Maillot, Paris
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Living spectacle A living
spectacle on a grand scale Real specimens Real specimens
& interactive experiences 7 scientific worlds 7 scientific
worlds to explore

SCIENCE EXPÉRIENCES PALAIS: SEE SCIENCE IN A NEW LIGHT

With Science Expériences Palais, science becomes a living spectacle. Each room transports visitors into a different world, where immersive installations, interactive experiences and scientific mediation make the great mysteries of our world accessible. This new Paris venue invites curious minds of all ages to travel back to the origins of the Universe, explore the invisible and discover the secrets hidden at the heart of matter.

7 WORLDS, 7 PHENOMENA

The trail

Big Bang room

Big Bang

A dizzying journey from the first moments of the Universe to the formation of the Earth.

Light room

Light

Ultraviolet, infrared, lasers, X-rays — discover a world that is usually invisible.

Minerals room

Minerals

Crystals, fluorescence and radioactivity — the hidden treasures of matter.

Earthquakes room

Earthquakes

Experience an earthquake and measure the tremors with a seismograph.

Dinosaurs room

Dinosaurs

Immersive film, palaeontologist's notebook and digs for young explorers.

Inventions room

Inventions

From great discoveries to contemporary challenges — imagining tomorrow's world.

Creation room

Creation

Build Leonardo da Vinci's bridge or an impossible tower, as a team and against the clock.

YOUR EVENTS AT THE HEART OF IMMERSION

Offer your colleagues a unique break between science and entertainment, just steps from the Palais des Congrès in Paris — an ideal location to extend a seminar or professional event.

team building TEAM BUILDING

A collective adventure to bring your teams together around team scientific challenges inspired by the Creation room.

The plus: a dynamic format, just steps from Porte Maillot.

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corporate study day CORPORATE STUDY DAY

Take advantage of the proximity of the Palais des Congrès to alternate work sessions and immersive breaks in the museum.

The plus: easy access for participants travelling to Paris.

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corporate evening CORPORATE EVENING

Transform your annual party or product launch into a spectacular event at the Palais.

The plus: a premium setting in Paris's business district.

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christmas tree event CHRISTMAS TREE EVENT

Offer your colleagues and their children an unforgettable Christmas filled with wonder, at the heart of our 7 immersive worlds.

The plus: festive snack, gift distribution, and photo souvenirs guaranteed.

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PALACE PREVIEW

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Big Bang room
Light room
Minerals room
Earthquakes room
Dinosaurs room
Inventions room
Creation room
Porte Maillot facade

CONTENT APPROVED BY EXPERTS

The content presented at the Palais has been validated by a team of renowned experts in their respective fields. Content and trail designed with Ame en Science, a team of museographers led by Suzie Maccario.

David Elbaz David Elbaz

Astrophysicist and Scientific Director at CEA Paris-Saclay, specialist in the history of the universe and the formation of stars and galaxies.

Violaine Sautter Violaine Sautter

Planetary geology researcher, CNRS and National Museum of Natural History Research Director, collaborates on the Curiosity programme on Mars.

Françoise Combes Françoise Combes

Astrophysicist, holder of the Galaxies and Cosmology chair at the Collège de France, President of the Académie des sciences 2025-2026.

Romain Amiot Romain Amiot

CNRS Research Director, Director of the Lyon Geology Laboratory, palaeontologist and geochemist specialising in dinosaurs.

PRACTICAL INFO

  • OPENING:
    October 2026
  • LOCATION:
    2 Place de la Porte Maillot, 75017 Paris — Level -1 of the Palais des Congrès shops
  • SCHOOL HOLIDAYS:
    Open every day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. during school holidays
  • OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS:
    Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays outside school holidays
  • TICKETS:
    Available from 15 September 2026 on science-experiences.com
  • AUDIO GUIDE:
    Included for non-French-speaking visitors
  • PRICES:
    Child (ages 3–12): €14 · Reduced rate*: €19 · Adult: €22 · Family Pack (2 adults + 2 children): €60
  • REDUCED RATE:
    • On presentation of proof: student, senior, jobseeker, disabled person, teacher or journalist.
TICKETS
Science Expériences Palais

LOCATION

2 Place de la Porte Maillot, 75017 - Paris, France.

By Metro: Line 1, Porte Maillot station, exit 3
By RER: Lines C and E, Neuilly – Porte Maillot station
By Tram: Line T3b, Porte Maillot stop
By Bus :
  • Lines 43, 73, 82, 244 and PC
How to get there?

FAQs

Do you have any questions? You can find the answers here!

About the Experience

What should I expect from the experience? At the meeting point between an amusement park and science museum, Science Expériences approaches science through the prism of entertainment, with the aim of astonishing, entertaining and educating visitors, through immersive and innovative means such as virtual reality, video mapping or multi-sensory and emotional presentations. The tour is an invitation to travel through a veritable whirlwind of experiences: from the farthest reaches of the universe, to the depths of the abyss, passing through the center of the Earth, finishing with themes of quantum physics (lasers, teleportation, levitation). You'll be able to wander from room to room to discover and awaken you to science.
Where is the experience located? The experience is located at 2 Place de la Porte Maillot, Paris 75017.
Is the experience indoors or outdoors? The experience takes place indoors in air-conditioned rooms.
How long does the experience last? The experience lasts approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Will there be food and drink for sale on site? Food is not allowed in the museum tour.
Is there parking nearby? Yes, there is an INDIGO parking lot close to Science Expériences.
Will there be more sessions added? Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that we will be adding more dates. Please check the event page for any information regarding availability as well as confirmed dates and times.
Is there a dress code? Come as you are!
Will there be merchandising for sale? Yes, the museum has a store where you can take home a little souvenir.
Do you have a locker room? Can I leave my luggage before my experience? We have a cloakroom subject to availability.
Can a child under 18 complete the tour alone? Children under 18 are not allowed to take the tour on their own. They must be accompanied by at least one adult.

About the Tickets

Where can I buy tickets?

You can buy your tickets online via the Science Expériences website:

www.science-experiences.com

You can also buy your tickets from the Fever app, available on Google Play and the Apple Store.
Can I buy tickets on site?

There will be an on-site box office. However, tickets may be sold out by the time you arrive. We strongly recommend that you book your tickets in advance to secure a time slot.

You can purchase tickets from the Science Expériences website: www.science-experiences.com.
Can I transfer my ticket to another person? Yes, you can transfer your tickets free of charge to the person of your choice. All you have to do is click on "Transfer ticket" on the Fever app. Please contact us for further assistance. Don't forget to give us your ticket ID number.
Do I have to print my ticket? No, your electronic tickets will be validated directly from the Fever app.
I can't find my ticket. What can I do? You can view your ticket in the Fever app, in the "Tickets" section. If you haven't yet installed the app, you can download it from the Apple Store or Google Play. Don't forget to log in with the same account you used when you bought your ticket. If you still can't find your ticket, please contact us.
Are refunds allowed? What is the exchange policy? Tickets are non-refundable. Terms and conditions of non-refundability are accepted prior to purchase. In specific circumstances, we can help you reschedule your tickets to another date and session still available. Please contact us for more information. Please remember to provide us with your Ticket ID.
Can I make a group booking? If you would like to book for a group, please write to us at palais@science-experiences.com, telling us the name of your organisation, your preferred dates and the size of your group.
What are the conditions for purchasing the family pack? The family pack applies when the following conditions are met: 2 adults and 2 children (aged between 3 and 12). It doesn't matter whether you're from the same family or not.
Are there reduced rates? Yes, we offer reduced rates for students, senior citizens, jobseekers, people on RSA, disabled people, journalists and teachers, on presentation of proof.
Do you welcome birthday groups?

We welcome birthday groups on a regular basis, but we don't have a dedicated space (cake is not authorized).

We leave it up to you to book directly on our website: www.science-experiences.com, choosing the day and time slot you're interested in, and according to remaining availability, with the number of adults and children present.

About the Experience Accessibility

Do I need to arrive on time for my session?

Please arrive at the time indicated on your ticket (do not arrive early or late).

If you are late, we will consider the possibility of moving you between two time slots (i.e. a potential wait of 20 to 40 minutes).
Are pets allowed? Are guide dogs allowed? No, pets are not allowed on the premises.
Is the venue accessible to people with reduced mobility? Yes, the experience is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Is the experience accessible to the hearing and visually impaired? The experience is not completely suitable for the hearing and visually impaired.
Will there be strobe lights? No, there are no strobe lights used during the experience.
Will chairs be available during the experience? Will there be places to sit? This experience is a walking tour. If you need a rest, seats will be available along the way.
Will there be toilets on site? Toilettes will be available on site. Please ask our on-site staff for directions.
Can I use my camera during the experience? Feel free to take photos and share them. Please be careful not to disturb other visitors when taking photos. Professional equipment and tripods are not permitted.
Is there a lost-and-found area? We recommend that you ask the staff on site if they have found your personal belongings.
Is there an age requirement?

There is no minimum age required to participate in the experience. We do, however, recommend the experience for children aged 4 and over.

The venue is accessible to strollers.
Will there be an audio guide? A translation solution is available for non-French-speaking visitors.
Is virtual reality available? This experience offers a virtual reality option. Please note that this option must be added to your basket when purchasing your ticket.