Overview
In celebration of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Petit Palais will host "The Body in Motion" exhibition starting May 15, 2024. This exhibition, featuring 50 works from the museum’s collection spanning from antiquity to the early 20th century, highlights the intersection of art and sport.
The exhibition includes paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, drawings, and prints, organized into eight sections, each emphasizing the human body, anatomy, and sports. Key sections explore themes such as the origins of the Olympic Games, the heroic body, the human figure in art, dance, the vitality captured in sculpture, women's emancipation through sport, children's games, and the rise of modern sports.
Additionally, the exhibit includes 12 videos titled "Athletes' Voices," where athletes supported discuss artworks that resonate with their sports and personal lives. This exhibition creates a poignant connection between art and sport, celebrating athletes as "arthletes."
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What's included
Entrance
Guide: English, Spanish, French, Hebrew
Personal Expenses
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Close to the statue when going out of the Metro at Champs Elysées
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Petit Palais
1 hour 30 min
The Petit Palais, officially known as the Musée des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, is a stunning museum located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, near the Champs-Élysées. Built for the 1900 Exposition Universelle, it features a magnificent blend of classical and modern architecture designed by Charles Girault. The museum houses an extensive collection of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from antiquity to the late 19th century, with pieces by masters such as Rembrandt, Rubens, and Delacroix.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Paris Olympic Art at the Petit Palais Private Tour
Can I cancel Paris Olympic Art at the Petit Palais Private Tour for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
Close to the statue when going out of the Metro at Champs Elysées
What's included?
- Entrance
- Guide: English, Spanish, French, Hebrew
What's not included?
- Personal Expenses
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French, Hebrew, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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