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Musée du Parfum
Museum Gallery
4.4 (5273 reviews)
Elegant townhouse furnished in period Napoleon III style, filled with perfume-related exhibits.
9 Rue Scribe, 75009 Paris, France
+33 1 47 42 04 56
Did You Know?
Complimentary Admission
Unlike many Parisian museums, the Musée du Parfum offers free admission, making it accessible to all visitors interested in the world of fragrance.
Operated by a Historic Perfumer
The museum is owned and operated by the renowned French perfume house Fragonard, established in Grasse in 1926, offering an intimate look into their heritage and the art of perfumery.
Housed in a Grand Mansion
The museum is located in a magnificent 19th-century hôtel particulier (private mansion) near the Opéra Garnier, providing a historically rich and elegant setting for its exhibits.
The Perfumer's Instrument
Visitors can see a 'perfume organ,' a specialized desk with tiered shelves holding hundreds of essential oils, used by perfumers (known as 'noses') to compose complex fragrances.
Highlights from Reviews
• engaging workshops
The perfume and cocktail workshops were highly recommended for their fun and interactive nature.
• informative tours
Guides were knowledgeable and enthusiastic, providing deep insights into perfume history and creation.
• free entry
The museum offers free admission, making it an accessible and valuable experience.
• unique experience
The museum and workshops offer a distinctive and memorable alternative to typical sightseeing.
• high-quality products
The perfumes and products available were noted for their high quality and reasonable pricing.
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