Do I need to print my ticket?

No. Your mobile ticket can be shown directly on your phone at the entrance — no printing needed.

Is the planetarium included in my ticket?

The planetarium is not automatically included. Timeslots must be reserved onsite on the day, subject to availability.

Children under 2 years enter free of charge. Reduced-price tickets for children aged 2 to 5 are available to purchase at the museum.

There are no lockers onsite and large bags or suitcases are not allowed inside. Plan to travel light or leave luggage at your accommodation.

Opening hours vary, so check the official Cité des Sciences website before your visit to confirm the schedule for your chosen date.

No — Cité des Enfants is a separate permanent exhibition not covered by this ticket. Admission can be purchased at the museum on the day.

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Duration

3 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

General admission to the permanent exhibitions

Not included

Cité des Enfants (children's dedicated exhibition — available to purchase onsite)

Planetarium timeslots (bookable onsite, subject to availability)

Temporary/current special exhibitions (timeslots bookable onsite)

Large bags and suitcases are not permitted inside the museum, and there are no onsite lockers.

Planetarium and current exhibition timeslots must be booked onsite on the day and are subject to availability.

Cité des Enfants is a separate paid experience not included with this ticket.

Reduced-price tickets for children aged 2–5 are only available to purchase at the museum, not online.

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, 30 avenue Corentin-Cariou, Paris, France

Present your mobile ticket at the main entrance on avenue Corentin-Cariou. The museum is served by the Porte de la Villette metro station.

What to bring

Your mobile ticket (screenshot or live)
A small day bag — large bags and suitcases are not permitted and there are no onsite lockers