The Rodin Museum occupies the Hôtel Biron, a Rococo mansion the sculptor Auguste Rodin used as a studio from 1908, together with a sculpture garden of nearly three hectares; it opened in 1919 on the basis of the works and collections Rodin bequeathed to France in 1916. It is one of Paris's finest sculpture museums, letting you see landmark modern works such as The Thinker, The Gates of Hell, The Burghers of Calais and The Kiss both indoors and in the garden. As of 2026 a temporary structure occupies part of the sculpture garden and limits access to some areas, though the artworks remain visible; the museum's Meudon annex reopens the weekend of 28–29 March, and from April to September the Louvre hosts the 'Michelangelo–Rodin' exhibition in collaboration with the Rodin Museum. Because the garden gets very busy on weekends and in high season (April–October), book a timed slot on the official website and aim for a morning visit.
The Thinker (Le Penseur) - one of the most famous sculptures in the world, displayed outdoors in the garden facing The Gates of Hell rather than inside.
The Gates of Hell (La Porte de l'Enfer) - a monumental bronze doorway inspired by Dante's Inferno, swarming with over 180 figures, which Rodin worked on for some three decades and never finished.
The Burghers of Calais (Les Bourgeois de Calais) - a powerful group of six townsmen facing sacrifice; walk around it in the garden to catch each figure's expression and gesture.
The Kiss (Le Baiser) - a white marble displayed indoors in the Hôtel Biron; smaller and more intimate than most expect, and genuinely moving up close.
The Camille Claudel room (Room 16) plus the 1730s mansion and rose garden - don't miss the works of Rodin's pupil and companion, and how the sculptures sit within the historic house and grounds.
Good to know
SeasonJuly is high season and the garden gets very crowded on sunny days. The collection galleries have no air conditioning, and in heat waves the first floor of the Hôtel Biron may close early (around 1:30 PM), so reserve a morning slot to beat the heat.
RulesOpen Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–18:30 (last admission 17:45); closed Mondays and on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December. Booking a timed ticket online is strongly advised on weekends and in high season.
RulesFree admission on the first Sunday of the month applies only October–March, so there is no free day in July. The standard ticket is about €14 and a garden-only ticket is cheaper, but prices can change—confirm the latest fares on the official site before you go.
SafetyPickpockets operate around the Varenne and Invalides metro stations, ticket queues and the busy garden. Keep bags closed and worn in front, and don't leave your phone or wallet in an open pocket.
CautionBuy tickets only from the official website (musee-rodin.fr) or its official ticketing partner. Avoid third-party resellers that add large fees, and ignore 'petition signing' or 'dropped ring' approaches near Les Invalides.
MannersDo not touch the sculptures, and indoors avoid flash photography, tripods and loud conversation. Large suitcases and bags are not allowed in the galleries, so use the cloakroom before you tour.
Practical info
The museum is a short walk from Varenne station (Metro Line 13) or Invalides station (Lines 8 and 13), at 77 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris. It opens Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–18:30 (last admission 17:45) and closes on Mondays; reserve tickets through the official site (musee-rodin.fr) or its official ticketing partner (musee-rodin.tickeasy.com). Prices and hours can change, so always confirm the latest details on the official website before visiting.
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