Quai de la Photo

About the museum

Quai de la Photo is an art centre devoted to contemporary photography, housed in a floating building moored at the Port de la Gare, at the foot of the Bibliothèque nationale de France in the 13th arrondissement. The venue aims to present current, innovative and original photographic practices.

The exhibitions cover more than 1,000 m²: the main bridge, a gallery for artworks and, in fine weather, a terrace on the riverbank. Admission is free and open to all, featuring established photographers and emerging artists from France and abroad. An artistic council made up of photography figures contributes to the programme, and the photographer Françoise Huguier is its patron.

In addition to the exhibitions, the centre offers guided tours, thematic talks and workshops for children, all free of charge. It also has a specialised bookshop and shop, a bar and a restaurant with a terrace, as well as Seine cruises and private hire for events.

Highlights

• Free-admission exhibitions of contemporary photography
• More than 1,000 m² on a floating building
• Free guided tours, talks and children’s workshops
• Bookshop specialising in photography
• Bar, restaurant and terrace on the Seine

Founded

2023

Operated by

Quai de la Photo

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Exhibitions are free of charge. Guided tours, thematic talks and children’s workshops are also free. Seine cruises and drinks or food are paid.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The centre states that it guarantees accessibility and visiting comfort for people with disabilities in all of its spaces.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

Free children’s workshops offered regularly.

Getting there & parking

Vélib’ stations: Quai de la Gare / pont de Bercy (no. 13128) and Bibliothèque nationale de France (no. 13123). Taxis cannot drive down onto the Seine quays; the taxi rank is opposite 75 quai de la Gare.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Restaurant
• Museum shop

Bar, restaurant (lunch menu Wednesday to Friday) and terrace open May to October; specialised photography bookshop and shop.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

Up to 450 guests.

Cocktail receptions, seminars, dinners, evening events, filming, fashion shows and cruises. Capacity up to 450 people (750 with the terrace on the quays); floating building 700 m², main bridge 450 m², terrace 400 m². Private hire from €1,500 excl. VAT.

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