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    Musée Rodin

    4.5 (286 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

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    The Thinker
    Alex M.

    Having seen Rodin's work in famous art institutions across the world, it was a special experience to see his work that spanned his full career in one place. It was extra special that the museum itself is his former residence, especially since the gardens were such a stunning backdrop for his sculptures. We arrived at the museum a few minutes before it opened, and after a brief wait, we were admitted into the museum gardens. We took our time exploring the gardens and seeking out the sculptures tucked away among the shrubs and trees. Even in the Winter, the garden was beautiful - I can only imagine how it looks in the Spring when everything is in full bloom. We then entered the museum, which showcased his earliest work up until his final masterpieces. It felt like we had the museum to ourselves, which allowed us to take our time in each room. Even so, we made our way through the gallery rooms in less than an hour. Since it was around Christmas, there was a gorgeous Christmas tree at the base of the spiral staircase (which seemed to be a popular photo op). I recommend visiting the Rodin museum - especially if you're a fan of his work - and are looking for a scenic yet peaceful museum experience.

    Douglas Y.

    The first Sunday of every month is FREE museum day for a large number of museums in Paris. We chose the Musee Rodan to visit. What can be said of the grand master of sculpture that hasn't already been said ? It's notable that Rodan donated all of his works to France allowing us ordinary people to marvel at his works. We also tried to visit the Monet museum but the line was over an hour long. If you take advantage of the FREE day go to your primary museum first.

    Heather G.

    A beautiful museum! Rodin's works are lovely to enjoy in a beautiful, intimate space. The thinker is featured outside in a lovely garden, most other works are inside. We spent about 45 mins here for a quick stop but art lovers could likely spend 2-3 hours here. Highly recommend!

    Brooke G.

    So So So beautiful. An iconic staple when visiting Paris. I'm not going to lie, while I am a fan of art, I was 100% there for the architecture. We had been in Europe for almost two weeks at this point and I was art'Ed out. I have been dreaming of the staircase and floors in this space sine before I knew what it was.I had visited once beofre when I was a teenager and was more interested in the art - not that the art isn;t interesting, it absolutely is and museum is very interesting. But I'm at a point in my life where I am planning my dream home and I was her for the inspo specifically on this trip. It was also quite exciting as we were there just after fashion week and could still see the Dior set that was in the beginning stages of being disassembled. The gardens are beautiful as well. There are Van Gough's, community involvement. It is such an interesting space, I'm just being honest about my intentions for the visit on my latest trip. I do recommend getting the audio guide, but be warned it is a bit cumbersome. ladies, or men with long hair, consider wearing it up - my hair kept pulling thr ear buds off my ears. We were also in a bit of hurry, as we had a photoshoot planned for that evening and had to prepare for that. One thing I would change, or maybe add, is a tour about the home. I have had conversations about this space specifically, so I know I'm not alone in my deep love and admiration for this space. So PLEASE consider adding that!

    Construction
    Janis W.

    We had a free morning, and so decided to visit this museum. No line to get in, and you are immediately released to the gardens. Virtually the very first piece you see in the gardens is the Thinker. As you wander your way through the garden, pieces appear along the way. The entire center of the garden was off-limits, which was disappointing. There is no mention of this when we were entering. It was especially sad as so many plants were in bloom, and the best we could do was look through a fence to see them. One section of the grounds was more forest than garden, and had quite a few pieces visible from one side to the other. We really enjoyed that area the most. We did go into the building itself, but it was very warm inside, and we enjoyed seeing the pieces outside better. I would consider visiting again, but would make sure that the entire grounds were available to visit first.

    A haunting and delicate portrait bust
    Ken C.

    Outstanding collection of Auguste Rodin's masterpieces like The Thinker and The Gates of Hell. Beautiful museum grounds and sculpture garden as well. Well worth the visit and (relatively) modest entrance fee. Recommend seeing it in the morning when it opens to avoid crowds. Takes about 1-2 hours to peruse the collection and stroll the grounds.

    Sean W.

    Gorgeous grounds and wonderful museum, a must when in Paris. Buying advanced tickets lets you enter immediately. No a/c, very hot inside.

    Think about it
    Rob C.

    We visited this museum on Bastille Day! Although the streets were filled with people, there was hardly anyone at the Rodin Museum. We bought tickets and took our time looking at the gardens as well as the exhibits inside the museum. It's a well laid out space, and the gardens are especially nice. There was some construction going on in the gardens, and i'm sure they will be better the next time we are able to visit. Think the experience was excellent because there were so few people at the museum.

    10 ft tall solid chocolate sculpture in the gift shop
    Guy H.

    The Gates Of Hell! One of the reasons I wanted to visit Paris. Ok, warning, this may take a while so sit back and relax. My love of art stems from my childhood. My parents had a vendor booth at the State Fair of Texas a few years and I was old enough to roam around the fairgrounds on my own. Built-in 1936 for the Texas Centennial, there are several buildings still standing that are art deco masterpieces. The Dallas Museum of Art was located there and being air-conditioned, I tended to go in and look at art. There, just that simple, now I love art. So, Everywhere I go I look at and for art, especially museums. While in Kansas City on business I discovered the Nelson Adkins Museum there. World-class. I know KC world-class museum? Trust me if you are an art lover just go, go. So I developed the habit of going once per month when in town. During one of my visits, I noticed a display in the upper courtyard that Id been paying no attention the last several visits. Upon reading I found that it told the story of Rodin and his masterpiece the Gates of Hell. Amazing. I was hooked and this gave me reason enough to go to Paris and see this masterwork. If you are interested in art and don't know the story look it up. Fascinating. So when in Paris one of my must-see stops was the Musee Rodin. Evidently, he came to an agreement with the city of Paris to live rent-free in a fabulous mansion with beautiful grounds. I did not go inside as the outside is enough to keep you busy for a couple of hours and yes, the Gates of Hell are outside. Standing in awe looking at this incredible(little known) piece I was taken back to my childhood in Dallas and was overwhelmed by gratitude Id found art! You will probably notice looking at the photo of Gates of Hell you are familiar with the figures. The Gates were commissioned by the Directorate of Fine Arts in 1880 to be delivered in 1885 as the door to the new Decorative Arts Museum. The museum was never built and Rodin worked on the gates until his death in 1917. Many of the characters and figures around the door are created from sketches Rodin made of Dantes Inferno. Standing 19 feet high and 13 feet wide, just its size is impressive. The original sculptures were enlarged and became famous works on their own. The most recognizable is the Thinker of which one is here and another in Kansas City. Its hard to believe but the final bronze work wasn't cast during Rodin's lifetime! To me this makes it even more mysterious and interesting. A must-see if in Paris. I would consider this a bucket list item in Paris. Pictures dont do justice.

    Paris, France: "The Thinker" originally named "The Poet" (French: Le Poète) a masterpiece by Auguste Rodin
    Eric R.

    "The artist must create a spark before he can make a fire and before art is born, the artist must be ready to be consumed by the fire of his own creation." - A. RODIN Musée Rodin is my second favorite museum in all of Paris and it's only because the Louvre is part of this dream. Musée Rodin is a museum located in the former Hôtel Peyrenc de Moras- a mansion designed with the lines of classical architecture built in the year 1727. THE MANSION: In the early 1900's many top French artists took up residence at the now vacant mansion. Auguste Rodin was one, another was his former lover, Camille Claudel. By 1911 Rodin occupied the entire mansion now operated by the French government. A deal was struck with Rodin that he could live on the premises with no obligation until his death. Rodin agreed to donate his entire lifetime of art, including his personal collection from Van Gogh, Renoir, and even his former lover, Camille Claudel, if the entire mansion would be kept as a museum. It was an easy decision for Rodin for in his older years his thoughts was about leaving a legacy for his country of France and the world. Musée Rodin is an extraordinary museum dedicated to the lifetime works of sculpture and art by Auguste Rodin. PARIS MUSEUM PASS: I highly suggest purchasing the Paris Museum Pass if you decide to see more than three museums. The Musée Rodin is on the list (along with the iconic Louvre), so if there's one tip I offer... get the pass! It's not only convenient, but also gives you VIP skip the lines access to these amazing museums and landmarks! THE MUSEUM: The Musée Rodin rotates a collection that includes 6,600 sculptures, 8,000 drawings, 8,000 vintage photographs and 7,000 objets d'art. Of course, the heavy majority is from the legend himself, Auguste Rodin. After whizzing by the line with my Museum Pass and going through the reception area... I enter the first garden... and wham! One of the most iconic sculptures is staring down at me... "The Thinker" originally named "The Poet" (French: Le Poète). This masterpiece is one of the most famous sculptures known worldwide. Here I am standing in front of not only a masterpiece of art but also history of mankind. "The Thinker" is mind-blowing! MORE MUSEUM: I enter the mansion and I am hit with the quantity of priceless art as seen in textbooks! Sculpture after sculpture fills each room. Many original Rodin drawings display on the walls. Yet, you don't have to be an Art Connoisseur to enjoy it here. Some art pieces are rather humorous, some rather dark, many incredibly beautiful, and all filled with the passion of Auguste Rodin. Next, the room with his collection of priceless paintings by Van Gogh, Renoir... just incredible! Yet, the room that is forever etched in my mind is the next room saved for his former lover, Camille Claudel. Camille was also a sculptor and many considered her one of the best of the era. At the turn of the century men dominated the works of sculpture, yet her works always stood above the rest. HIS LOVER: Camille Claudel was an extremely talented artist. Some even claim that Auguste Rodin himself felt his greatest artistic rival was his former love. Sadly Camille was diagnosed mentally ill (schizophrenic) and spent most her life in an insane asylum. Auguste Rodin made sure one of the rooms was held for her artwork. Camille Claudel spent the rest of her days in the asylum. Auguste Rodin died in 1917. The Musée Rodin was born. In the end, Rodin's artwork is timeless and of superior quality. The Musée Rodin is a much smaller museum as compared to the Louvre, but what sets it apart from any museum is the intimacy, the passion, the romantic tragedy that resonates in the Hôtel Peyrenc de Moras. If the walls could talk, truly. A must see if in Paris! Je t'aime!

    Gates of hell
    Alex K.

    Rodin's sculpture museum is great. It shows his best work in a great environment - both inside the two story hotel where he used to live and in the beautiful gardens surrounding the hotel. Centrally located, not too busy and of manageable size, it is a must visit for anyone interested in Rodin's art.

    Joanna T.

    Musee Rodin is a treasure of a museum. It's just the right size (not overwhelming, yet comprehensive) and you can save a good amount of $$ if you get admission at the Orsay on a combo ticket. (Good for 3 months) The location is the historic Hotel Biron next to Invalides, a mere block away from the Varenne metro stop. Rodin used this as a workshop/gallery back in the day and it's a great place to catch a glimpse of the Ancien Regime. The rooms house permanent and changing exhibits and show Rodin's creative process. You'll find sketches, models and fully completed works. Yes, the Kiss and the Thinker are here but my favorite are his portrait busts of society ladies - they're spectacular. Don't miss the gardens - they're beautiful any time of year and filled with sculptural masterpieces.

    Bobby A.

    This is one of the few quiet places left in the center of Paris. You have the choice to either do the tour of the museum itself (10 Euros) or just the garden (4 Euros). Since it was just such a beautiful day, I opted for the Garden tour only. It goes without saying the works of art here are great, the garden is beautiful and the cafe is very chill and calm. You can just sit here and take in the ambiance of the place leisurely. You'll see lots of school kids on field-trips here and I saw a whole whack of art school students sketching away furiously. If you are a fan of Rodin, then this place is a must.

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    A dream come true to finally visit the Louvre. If you want to make sure to get in, you have to…read morepurchase your tickets online, and preferably at 9am when they first open. We arrived an hour early and was second in line so we got to be one of the first to see the Mona Lisa right as they opened and were able to get as close as the public can get. The museum is closed to the public every Tuesday. We walked through the day before and it seemed that groups in conferences is what goes on during those Tuesdays that they're closed. I booked our tickets 2 months in advance, and was able to get the opening day slot for two. And just 20 minutes after opening, the room 711 in the Denon Wing where the Mona Lisa is, got packed. You can spend the whole day here and still not have seen everything. There are multiple floors filled with art work, and luckily there are elevators. There's also a small cafe, and restaurant on the first level, and then another cafe at the second. At the exit it almost turns into a mall of shops and eateries. So it might take you another hour past when you thought you'd be exiting. You definitely want good walking shoes, cuz you'll loose track of how far you walked, even after 3 hours.

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