VISIT THE CITÉ DES SCIENCES ET DE L'INDUSTRIE

An essential symbol of Paris

Located in the Parc de la Villette, north-east of Paris, the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is Europe's largest science centre. It offers a fun and educational immersion in technology, space, energy and much more.

Why visit?

It's an ideal place for curious young and old alike. With its interactive exhibitions, workshops, simulators and experiments, the Cité brings science to life and makes it accessible. It's also an excellent choice for a family visit, whatever the weather.

A brief history and anecdotes

The Cité opened its doors in 1986 in a former abattoir that had been converted into a science centre. It houses the famous planetarium, the Géode (a giant sphere for immersive projections) and areas dedicated to digital exploration. It is an integral part of the Parc de la Villette regeneration project.

What can you do there?

- Explore the permanent exhibitions (robotics, mathematics, space, etc.)

- Take part in scientific workshops

- Attend a planetarium session

- Visit the Cité des enfants (areas specially designed for 2-7 year olds and 5-12 year olds)

- Discover the Géode and its large-format projections (currently being renovated)

Where is it?

📍 30 Avenue Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris


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Practical advice

- Book tickets online, especially during school holidays

- Allow half a day to fully enjoy the site

- Easily accessible by metro (line 7 - Porte de la Villette station)

To discover around

- Parc de la Villette
- Philharmonie de Paris
- Paris Zenith
- Ourcq Canal

Audioguide

🎧 Listen to our immersive description of the Cité des sciences on History Guide City Paris!
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