Victor Hugo House Paris: Explore the Life of a Literary Icon

Smart Tips Before You Go

Prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience

Photography

Allowed

Bag Policy

No large bag

Application

Download Chez Victor Hugo

Accessibility

The museum is wheelchair accessible, with services also available for visual and hearing impairments, and two disabled parking spots nearby

Free Entry

Free for visitors under 18, jobseekers, welfare recipients, and people with disabilities and their companions

Hugo the Decorator

Hugo designed much of the interior himself, mixing Chinese and Gothic motifs with Delft tiles, Japanese porcelain, and furniture built from dismantled antique chests

Smart Tips Before You Go

Prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience

Photography

Allowed

Bag Policy

No large bag

Application

Download Chez Victor Hugo

Accessibility

The museum is wheelchair accessible, with services also available for visual and hearing impairments, and two disabled parking spots nearby

Free Entry

Free for visitors under 18, jobseekers, welfare recipients, and people with disabilities and their companions

Hugo the Decorator

Hugo designed much of the interior himself, mixing Chinese and Gothic motifs with Delft tiles, Japanese porcelain, and furniture built from dismantled antique chests

Work Schedule

Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am–6:00 pm. Last entry at 5:30 pm; shop closes at 5:45 pm
Closed: Mondays, January 1, May 1; also closed June 23–30, 2025 for lighting upgrades

Quick Tips

Duration: Restore yourself in 1–1.5 hours to explore the apartment and courtyard.

Hidden Exit: Use the secret service staircase to emerge into a tranquil courtyard—an unexpected Marais gem.

On-site Amenities

Wheelchair accessible with adapted facilities

Le Café Mulot

Available

Cloakroom available

Price

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History

Discover how this historic landmark evolved over centuries

Housed since 1903 in the very apartment where Victor Hugo lived from 1832 to 1848, the museum emerged thanks to the generosity of writer friend Paul Meurice, who donated his collections to Paris. Hugo wrote iconic works like Les Misérables and Ruy Blas within these walls. After major renovations (closed 2019–2020), the house now welcomes visitors with restored rooms, a pedagogical space, and a café overlooking the courtyard.

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History

Discover how this historic landmark evolved over centuries

Housed since 1903 in the very apartment where Victor Hugo lived from 1832 to 1848, the museum emerged thanks to the generosity of writer friend Paul Meurice, who donated his collections to Paris. Hugo wrote iconic works like Les Misérables and Ruy Blas within these walls. After major renovations (closed 2019–2020), the house now welcomes visitors with restored rooms, a pedagogical space, and a café overlooking the courtyard.

Read Full history