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Take advantage of your stay at the Chess Hotel to discover this display of unique pieces that rarely leave Egypt.

During Valentine's Day at the Chess Hotel, you could take advantage of your break as a couple to discover the current exhibitions in Paris. 

Every year in Paris, the end of summer and arrival of autumn marks the start of new exhibitions, some highly anticipated and others more of a surprise.

The 9th arrondissement, situated between the centre of Paris and Montmartre has, since it was established, been a district of literary and artistic creativity. Explore the many art galleries in the area!   

Visit the exhibition dedicated to Banksy at the Espace Lafayette Drouot and immerse yourself in the urban, committed and poignant universe of a street-artist who is as famous as he is mysterious.

On October 2nd, the Palais Galliera and its Fashion Museum of the City of Paris will reopen to offer a simply unmissable exhibition.

The Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle is currently presenting a fascinating event in collaboration with the famous jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels called Pierres Précieuses (Precious Stones).

To celebrate its reopening on April 4th, the Palais Galliera had to select a suitably important exhibition theme : discover Gabrielle Bonheur ‘Coco’ Chanel!

The Fondation Louis Vuitton never ceases to amaze and fascinate us with its exhibitions and events. The latest is dedicated to the architect and designer Charlotte Perriand, whose career is both representative of the 20th century and yet totally innovative. The Chess Hotel team strongly recommends this compelling and ambitious exhibition.

The Museum of Modern Art of the City of Paris, facing the Grand Palais, is currently undergoing major restoration work. It will be completely renovated for its reopening on October 11th. The occasion will be marked with an extensive original retrospective exhibition of work by the painter Hans Hartung. We’re already looking forward to it!

For your enjoyment during your Parisian break, the Chess Hotel recommends the new exhibition presented by the Louis Vuitton Foundation, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne. Drawn from the Foundation's extensive collections, this selection of 70 works entitled A Vision for Painting invites you on a journey into contemporary creation.

Offering an amazing experience that’s completely different from those provided by staid museum galleries, the Atelier des Lumières invites you step into the world of art. This digital art centre immerses you in the heart of the works displayed. This year, discover the genius of Van Gogh!

Would you like to buy a painting, a collage or a sculpture as you would shoes or a handbag? This is the spirit of Art Shopping, the great international contemporary art trade show that will next be held at the Carrousel du Louvre from May 24th to 26th, 2019. This venue is about ten minutes away by Metro from the Chess Hotel Paris.

Paris has become an internationally recognised centre for contemporary art in recent years. Galleries, events and international fairs mark the latest trends, but the capital's major museums certainly aren't left out. The Pompidou Centre, one of the first European museums of modern and contemporary art offers exciting and innovative exhibitions throughout the year.

Of course, we have the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay and the Musée du Quai Branly, but Paris also boasts a unique architectural jewel, a place known for its exceptional collections and dazzling temporary exhibitions – the Petit Palais. (Re) discover this little known Parisian gem!

You'll find the aptly named Grand Perfume Museum at 73 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore, just a few minutes from the Chess Hotel Paris. Since opening in December 2016, the museum has offered visitors the opportunity to totally immerse themselves in the spell-binding world of fragrance.

The Jean Jacques Henner Museum is near Parc Monceau and easily accessible from the Chess Hotel. This little-known museum is well worth a visit both for the beauty of the building it's based in, and for its interesting permanent collections and the current "Résonances" exhibition.

The Palais Galliera (Paris Fashion Museum) is hosting an exhibition dedicated to Belgian fashion designer Martin Margiela until July 15th, 2018. This exceptional event is highly recommended by the Chess Hotel Paris team.

On October 3, the Yves Saint-Laurent Museum officially opened its doors at 5 Avenue Marceau in Paris, in the very place where the couturier and Pierre Bergé established their fashion house.  Go along and delve into the world of a visionary.

Learn about the life and works of couturier Mariano Fortuny, "a Spaniard in Venice" through an inspiring exhibition at the Galliera Museum until January 4, 2018. Don't pass up the chance to discover this revolutionary fashion designer during your stay at the Chess Hotel close to the Opera Garnier.

The Parisian autumn and winter will be marked by an exceptional event, the "Be Modern: the MoMA in Paris" exhibition at the Louis Vuitton Foundation. Discover the wonders of the New York Museum of Modern Art in the unique setting of the Foundation from October 11, 2017 to March 5, 2018.

From 3^rd May to 18^th September 2017, the Natural History Museum and National Geographic retrace 125 years of adventures, explorations and travels through more than 100 iconic photos and 6 unpublished videos. Embark on an incredible journey at the exhibition in the nave of the MNHN Mineralogy Gallery.

The Louvre, Orsay, Musée Rodin, or Marmottan, there are plenty of places to admire the works of the great masters in Paris. Yet, you’ll also find original exhibitions at equally prestigious if less well-known venues – there’s a lot to discover this spring.

There’s nothing quite like a stay in Paris, the City of Light and a romantic capital with innumerable charms, to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your beloved.  Among the many romantic things that you can do in Paris, sharing dinner on board during a romantic cruise on the Seine is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful. Surprise your partner and make your stay at the Chess Hotel unforgettable.

Art is everywhere.  And, as proof, two unique events will take place in Paris at the beginning of the year.  Maison & Objet presents the latest trends in design and, for the more academic among you, the “Frédéric Bazille, the Youth of Impressionism” exhibition presents a little-known artist who participated in the birth of this major style.

The rigours of winter won’t ruin your stay in Paris. Quite the contrary! Winter is the time to discover another side of Paris by visiting original exhibitions or savouring the unique atmosphere of the city’s bars, from the most traditional to the trendiest. Taste the joys of winter in Paris during your stay at the Chess Hotel .

Modern art fans, the Chess Hotel invites you to discover the “Icons of Modern Art” exhibition presented by the Louis Vuitton Foundation at the Hermitage Museum from 22nd October 2016 to 20th February 2017.