Musée de la Monnaie de Paris

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  • Address
    11 quai de Conti, 6e
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  • Phone
    01 40 46 55 35
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  • Transport
    underground rail: Pont Neuf

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Lonely Planet review

The Parisian Mint Museum traces the history of French coinage from antiquity to the present and displays presses and other minting equipment. There are some excellent audiovisual and other displays, which help to bring to life this otherwise niche subject. The entrance fee includes audioguide.

The Hôtel de la Monnaie, which houses the museum, became the royal mint during the 18th century and is still used by the Ministry of Finance to produce commemorative medals and coins, as well as official weights and measures. One-hour tours of the ateliers (workshops) leave at on Wednesday and Friday (around €3 ).