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Entry ticketTarif enfant (3-11 ans)
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per ticket€12.50
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The decisive choice is whether you need a standard timed entry or added audio-tour context: Atelier des Lumières accepts smartphone tickets, and visitors may enter up to 15 minutes before or after their reserved time slot.
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Entry ticketAtelier des Lumières Van Gogh Exhibition Entry Ticket
Limited slots Refund terms at checkout
per ticket€20
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Entry ticketAtelier des Lumières Le Petit Prince Admission Ticket
Limited slots Refund terms at checkout
per ticket€20
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Entry ticketAtelier des Lumières, Renaissance admission ticket
Limited slots Refund terms at checkout
per ticket€20
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Guided tourAtelier des Lumières Ticket & City Audio Tour
Limited slots Refund terms at checkout
per ticket€34
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Child aged 3–11
The Official site lists a dedicated child ticket at 12.5 EUR.
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The Van Gogh exhibition entry ticket is listed at 20 EUR.
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The ticket is specifically titled for the Le Petit Prince exhibition.
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Lowest listed price for exhibition entry“Paris: Atelier des Lumières Van Gogh Exhibition Entry Ticket” — GetYourGuide, 20 EURChoose a different featured exhibition“Paris: Atelier des Lumières Le Petit Prince Admission Ticket” — GetYourGuide, 20 EURPrefer the Renaissance-themed program“Paris: Atelier des Lumières, Renaissance admission ticket” — GetYourGuide, 20 EURWant extra context beyond admission“Paris: Atelier des Lumières Ticket & City Audio Tour” — GetYourGuide, 34 EURBuying for a child aged 3–11“Tarif enfant (3-11 ans)” — Official site, 12.5 EURNeed the most clearly available listed option“Tarif enfant (3-11 ans)” — Official site, 12.5 EUR
Good to know
Practical notes before your visit.
TimingChoose a slot from the official calendar because opening hours and programmes vary by day, including some evening sessions. The official site recommends booking ahead to secure a time slot; the last time slot is scheduled 1 hour 15 minutes before closing. If buying online while already outside, ticket activation may take 5–20 minutes, so do not rely on it for immediate entry.
EntranceAtelier des Lumières is at 38 rue Saint-Maur in Paris’s 11th arrondissement; the nearest metro options are Voltaire, Saint-Ambroise, Rue Saint-Maur and Père Lachaise. Keep your timed ticket ready and arrive no more than 15 minutes before or after the slot, as access may be refused outside that window. Suitcases are prohibited, bags must be no larger than 40×30×20 cm, and there are no lockers, cloakrooms or luggage storage facilities; strollers are also not allowed in the immersive areas, while the venue is accessible to wheelchair users.
PriceThe available official benchmark is €12.50 for the “Tarif enfant (3-11 ans)” ticket. Partner listings shown here are €20 for exhibition entry and €34 for the guided/audio-tour option, so compare the final checkout total and inclusions carefully because these are not like-for-like products.
DiscountsChildren under 3 enter free without an advance reservation; the free admission is handled on site. Visitors aged 12–25, students, disability-card holders, unemployed visitors and Education Pass holders may qualify for reduced admission with valid proof. The official FAQ also states that disability-card holders and companions can receive the reduced rate with proof; confirm the applicable ticket type before booking.
Planning your visit
Atelier des Lumières is an immersive digital art centre at 38 rue Saint-Maur in Paris. Its programme changes by date, so check the official calendar before booking; current official listings include Van Gogh, Renaissance and The Little Prince, with some evening events. The main visit takes around 50 minutes. Online booking is recommended to secure a time slot.
Before you buy
Concrete caveats: security, bags, cancellation, time slots.
- Suitcases, travel bags, and bags larger than 40 × 30 × 20 cm are prohibited, and Atelier des Lumières has no lockers, cloakroom, or luggage storage; oversized luggage can therefore lead to refused entry.
- Strollers are not allowed in the immersive areas, so families with young children may need a baby carrier rather than bringing a pushchair inside.
- Reserved time slots are strict: late arrival is accepted only within 15 minutes before or after the booked slot; arriving outside that window can mean denied admission.
- Children under 3 enter free on site without an advance reservation, while reduced-rate visitors must bring the required proof of eligibility; missing documentation can prevent the discount from being accepted.
- The €34 GetYourGuide option is titled "Paris: Atelier des Lumières Ticket & City Audio Tour"; it should not be treated as an in-person guided tour.
- Several partner entry options show limited availability, so the apparent convenience of buying a partner ticket may come with fewer remaining choices for the desired exhibition or time slot.
Frequently asked questions
The things people ask most.
Can I use a mobile ticket at Atelier des Lumières, or must I print it?
A mobile ticket is accepted, so you can show it on your smartphone. Your booking is confirmed when you receive the payment confirmation and the email containing your ticket.
What happens if I arrive late for my reserved time slot?
You may enter up to 15 minutes before or after the time printed on your ticket. Arriving outside that 30-minute window can result in refused entry.
Are Atelier des Lumières tickets refundable or cancellable?
Tickets are non-refundable. The official ticketing system allows one date or time-slot exchange until the day before the visit, with a €2 fee per ticket; partner cancellation terms should be checked on the final checkout page.
Should I buy from the official site or a partner seller?
The official site is the clearest choice for reduced and child admission, including the official child ticket for ages 3–11. Partner products can be useful when you specifically want an exhibition-titled ticket or the listed city audio tour, but confirm the exact exhibition, time slot, and inclusions before paying.
Can I bring a suitcase or large bag into Atelier des Lumières?
Suitcases, travel bags, and bags larger than 40 × 30 × 20 cm are prohibited, and Atelier des Lumières has no lockers, cloakroom, or luggage storage. Security staff may refuse entry, so leave oversized luggage elsewhere before arriving.
Do children under 3 need a ticket or advance reservation?
Children under 3 enter free and do not need an advance reservation; their free admission is handled on site. Reduced-rate visitors, including eligible young people, students, jobseekers, and disability-card holders, should bring the required proof.
What is the main access bottleneck at Atelier des Lumières?
The decisive bottleneck is the reserved time slot: admission is tied to the time shown on the ticket, with only a 15-minute early-or-late tolerance. If you buy a ticket online while already outside Atelier des Lumières, activation can take 5–20 minutes, so it may not provide immediate entry.
