For those thinking this is a "Navy Museum," it is, but it is so much more; rather it has to do with…read moremuch of the French maritime history that just happens to include the Navy. The museum features entire sections on shipwrecks, the incredible old (original and reproduction) training models, ships in a bottle, the design of the art that adorned ships in the age of Sail, environmental disasters and impacts, cruise ships, and much more; we weren't able to see the entire museum in the few hours we spent there. Enjoy your time here!

Another good stop along my whirlwind Paris Museum Pass tour. Spectacular views of the Eiffel Tower…read morefrom outside in the plaza. The pass gets you a free audio guide of the museum and I also bought a ticket for the special exhibit of the Obelisk and it's two year journey from Egypt to Concorde. Only to realize that when I get down there..D'oh! of course it's all in French. The models show how the obelisk was lifted and moved. Cool stuff. It's one of three like it in the world, Victoria Gardens in London and NYC's Central Park being the others. The rest of the museum consists of maritime paintings, very detailed models of ships old and new, as well as a history of shipbuilding and navigation. Enjoyed myself here and time passed easily.

Visited the place during the Tranoi fashion exhibit. Well organized. As this is only one of 3…read moreTranoi venues, it struggles to compete with the Louvre location in attracting professional buyers. The event is executed very professionally, and the great venue is a big plus. Directly located at the river Seine, and very hip. Best of all: free shuttle service to and from both other locations - by van or by boat on the Seine. Not bad. Free drinks and fruit for exhibitors.

Entry into the Grand Palais is free of charge and when you see the building's exterior you'll…read moreimmediately decide that you must go inside. It's stunning, though you'll soon realize that the part you most wanted to see - the glass enclosed space - might not be open to you. Visiting in May, the glass-domed space was locked tight, opened only for special shows and events. I've looked at the calendar now, in June, and see that they open it for many summer activities and were I there now I'd certainly try to get tickets for one of those events. Otherwise? This is still a worthy investment of time, not just to look around and peer into the glass-domed space, but to view the exhibits (individually priced, tickets available at the door). I noticed 3 special exhibits during my visit and paid for entry to 2 (Matisse and Nan Golden). Based on this experience, I'd recommend paying for entry to the exhibits of artists you're least familiar with under the assumption that they'll be less crowded. The Matissse exhibit was crowded enough to render the experience almost unpleasant. The Nan Golden show? Perfect. Though I'd recommend paying to see some exhibits, even if all you do is enter to walk around and explore the space you'll be nicely rewarded. The Grand Palais has some pleasant, quiet seating areas inside and the space is lovely.

What a cool venue! I hear that the Grand Palais just recently reopened and Chanel chose this…read morelocation to debut their fall/Winter collection for 2025. Such a massive event with hundreds of guest and press. Chanel were the ultimate host arranging different special events throughout Paris and hosting several meals and providing chauffeured driver services for us. All culminating to the main event. The pigeon tried stealing the show.