hello:
We are staying like 5 minutes from the Pompidou center and I thought on arrival we could walk over there before heading down to the river. Someone on here suggested that my boys might think it's cool to ride the escalator - do you need a ticket to go up? Or does anyone know how that works?
Thanks!
Kim
No, you don't need a ticket to go up the escalator. There is a very nice view of Paris at the top of the escalator, from the roof. If you need refreshment, there is an Amorino gelato shop directly across from the entrance to the museum. IMO it is the best ice cream in Paris and they have shops all over. Also generous scoops, or "boules" in French. There is some great people watching as well as street performers around the Pompidou. I have stayed in that neighborhood twice and liked it. Very easy to get around whether on foot or by bus or metro. Have a great trip.
I see this on their website... is this what I need? Looks like under 13 is free (yes!)
"VIEW OF PARIS" TICKETS
One price: €3 – access to the View of Paris only; no access to museum or exhibitions. Please note: access to the View of Paris on level 6 is included in the "Museum & exhibitions" ticket.
OK -- Good to know you can access the elevator directly!
You do need a ticket to enter the building now I believe, whereas back in the good ol' days you didn't.
Escalator not elevator. Have a look here ... http://en.parisinfo.com/paris-museum-monument/71538/Centre-Pompidou
Is that included in the Museum Pass?
Yes, museum access gives you view access.
"MUSEUM & EXHIBITIONS" TICKETS
Full price: €14
Reduced price: €11
Valid the same day for one admission to all exhibition areas at the Museum and for the View of Paris.
"VIEW OF PARIS" TICKETS
One price: €3 – access to the View of Paris only; no access to museum or exhibitions.
Please note: access to the View of Paris on level 6 is included in the "Museum & exhibitions" ticket.
Free entry for everyone to the Museum, the View of Paris and the Galerie des enfants on the first Sunday of every month.
The Museum Pass includes the permanent collection but not the temporary exhibits.
Two years ago had my then 11 yr. old granddaughter at the Pompidou and she loved it!
Street performers were also a big hit.
