Opens 20 Oct
Louise Bourgeois, Extrême tension
Dessins et gravures
BnF – Richelieu · Paris
October 20, 2026 – February 21, 2027
Photo: DominikPeters / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
Planning your visit
€15 adult admission
Museum EUR 15 full price, EUR 10 reduced; combined museum and exhibition ticket EUR 18 / EUR 13.
The Salle Ovale is free to enter.
Timed entry recommended — slots sell out at peak times.
Special exhibitions require a separate ticket.
Temporary exhibitions are ticketed separately (EUR 15 / EUR 10) or via the combined museum and exhibition ticket.
Where to stay
Last verified September 5, 2026
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Before you go
Visiting BnF – Richelieu — common questions
What exhibitions are on at BnF – Richelieu right now?
No special exhibitions are on at BnF – Richelieu at the moment. Next up is Louise Bourgeois, Extrême tension, opening October 20, 2026.
How much is admission to BnF – Richelieu?
Adult admission to BnF – Richelieu is €15. Museum EUR 15 full price, EUR 10 reduced; combined museum and exhibition ticket EUR 18 / EUR 13.
Is BnF – Richelieu free?
BnF – Richelieu charges general admission, but there are free options. The Salle Ovale is free to enter.
Do I need to book BnF – Richelieu tickets in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended at BnF – Richelieu; timed slots sell out at peak times.
Are special exhibitions included in BnF – Richelieu admission?
Special exhibitions require a separate ticket. Temporary exhibitions are ticketed separately (EUR 15 / EUR 10) or via the combined museum and exhibition ticket.
What time does BnF – Richelieu open?
BnF – Richelieu is open Tuesday 10:00–20:00, Wednesday to Sunday 10:00–18:00. Closed Monday. Also closed on selected French bank holidays.