Is Grévin worth it?
Skip itOverhyped · −13Paris's 1882 wax museum on the Grands Boulevards, with French and global celebrity figures
Usually not worth it. Google 4.4 is solid and the historic interiors impress, but reviewers call some figures 'nothing breathtaking'.
Hype57How famous and hyped it is
Reality44Evidence-based, votes take over as they come in
4.4 ★ Google · 34,249 reviews— hypegap votes · be one of the first
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Worth itEditorial verdict until 5 families with kids vote
Reviewers' children love it; family ticket (€79 for 4) and Wednesday Kids Days cut the cost.
Why Reality is 44
Lives up to its fame3/5Google 4.4 is solid and the historic interiors impress, but reviewers call some figures 'nothing breathtaking'.
Value for money2/5€28 adult box-office price for a 1–2 hour wax museum is steep by Paris museum standards.
Can’t get it elsewhere3/5Wax museums exist worldwide; the 1882 building and Palais des Mirages are the distinctive parts.
Easy to do3/5Central and walk-up friendly, but school-holiday queues even with booked tickets.
What people loved
Ornate 19th-century building and the Palais des Mirages mirror-and-light show are frequently singled outFun, light-hearted photo ops with French and international celebrities — popular with familiesCentrally located on the Grands Boulevards, a minute from the metroMixes in French history scenes (kings, Napoleon, scientists) beyond pure celebrityWhat wore them down
Expensive: €28 per adult at the box office for a 1–2 hour visitMany figures are French celebrities international visitors won't recogniseQueues even with pre-booked tickets during school holidaysSome reviewers find figures uneven in quality and prefer Madame Tussauds LondonKnow before you go
See something out of date? Fix it right here.Booking: Walk-up tickets sold at the box office; online tickets are tied to a time slot (30-min grace). One Piece tickets are dated with daily quotas.
Entry€28 adult (19+), €19.80 child 5–18, free under 5 at the box office; reduced €24.50/€17.60 with proof; family of 4 €79Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
2026 One Piece zoneNew One Piece area with a dated 'Visite + Carte' ticket (€28 adult / €19.80 child), daily quotas, separate queue, non-refundableSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Time slotsOnline tickets are for a time slot; entry allowed up to 30 minutes after the slot startsSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
HoursMon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat–Sun 9:30–19:00 (extended evenings 26–31 Oct 2026)Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
DealsKids Days: €10 child ticket with a dated adult ticket on Wednesdays outside school holidays (book 3 days ahead); included in Go City Paris Pass per reviewersSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Getting thereMetro 8/9 Grands Boulevards, ~1 min walk; ~15 min from Châtelet by metroSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Opening hours (Google)
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
In their words
“The museum in itself is beautiful but some of the statues aren't really worth it or well done.”
“It's good to swing by just to see out of curiosity but nothing breathtaking. I was more impressed at Madame Tussaud's in London.”
“the light show in the glass room is absolutely mesmerizing, truly unique”
“I must admit that I did not have especially high expectations going into it, but I ended up really enjoying our visit.”
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Questions people ask
How much is Musée Grévin?
At the box office €28 adults (19+), €19.80 children 5–18, free under 5; reduced rates €24.50/€17.60 with proof; family of four €79.
Do you need to book Musée Grévin in advance?
No, tickets are sold on site. Online tickets are for a time slot with 30 minutes' grace; One Piece tickets are dated with daily quotas.
What are Musée Grévin's hours?
Google lists Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00 and Sat–Sun 9:30–19:00.
Is Musée Grévin included in the Paris Pass?
A 2026 reviewer reports admission was included with the Go City Paris Pass.
