Musee de l'Air et de l'Espace

About

The Musée de l’Air et de l’Espace, located on the historic Paris‑Le Bourget Airport, is one of the world’s oldest aeronautics museums. Founded in 1919, the museum showcases the evolution of flight from early ballooning to modern space exploration, featuring a remarkable collection of aircraft, engines, and space artefacts. Visitors can explore thematic halls such as the Hall of Air Navigation and Control, the Hall of the Great War, and the Hall of the Mid‑Century, as well as interactive exhibits like the planetarium and the “Simupilote” flight simulator. Located just 10 minutes from central Paris, the museum is easily accessible by bus, metro, RER, or car and offers family‑friendly activities, guided tours, and a wide range of educational programs for school groups. A typical visit lasts about three hours, giving ample time to admire the exhibits, attend a short guided tour, and experience the planetarium or Simupilote sessions. Groups of ten or more are required to book in advance, while individual visitors can purchase tickets on the spot. The museum’s Pass Infini subscription offers unlimited entry throughout the year, with three pricing tiers that include free access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions, as well as optional activities and guided tours for a small booking fee.

Highlights

• Hall of Air Navigation & Control
• Planetarium
• Simupilote
• Hall of The Great War

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At a glance

• Typical visit: about 3 hours

Tickets & pricing