From impressionist paintings to globally renowned pieces like the Mona Lisa, Paris is rooted in art history. With major galleries such as the Louvre and the Musée de l'Orangerie, it is easy to be swept up in the city’s dynamic culture, which continues to inspire artists. An epicentre of radical art movements past – from impressionism to surrealism – it remains home to some of the world’s most lauded museums and art schools. The Parisian art scene is certainly not stagnant, with a wealth of exhibitions on display across the city, from shows of new contemporary works to career-long retrospectives. We are here to help plan your next visit with our frequently updated guide to the city's art exhibitions.
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Paris art exhibitions: what to see in June 2025
Steve McQueen ‘Bounty’
Marian Goodman Gallery until 25 July 2025
Steve McQueen Exodus, 1992-97
‘Bounty’ is McQueen's first solo show in Paris since 2016. The exhibition is a series of 47 photographs which capture flowers native to Grenada. This isn’t his first work created on the island, with two earlier video installations, ‘Carib’s Leap’ (2002) and ‘Ashes’ (2016), which are a result of his travels there. It captures a stark contrast between the idyllic setting with tragic narratives. ‘Bounty’ offers reflection on history and resilience.
Brice Marden ‘ Works on Paper’
Gagosian from June 14–August 2 2025
The works by the late American artist Brice Marden (1938–2023) are on show at Gagosian. Marden was known for his minimalistic style, which was complemented by abstract expressionism. Inspired by his travels and the art of calligraphy, his work explores the vast world of line and colour. In this series of works on show, visitors can see Marden’s work on paper in the form of ink and other mediums.
Rita Ackermann ‘Doubles’
Hauser & Wirth from 11 June until 4 October 2025
Hungarian artist Rita Ackermann presents a new series of paintings and large, related works on paper. Inspired by French culture, in particular French-Swiss film director and screenwriter Jean-Luc Godard and French theorist Paul Virilio, Ackermann looks at the theme of the double. She explores more than marking the presence of duality but looks deep into its structure. She blends a mixture of materials which adds dynamism to the works.
Matthew Ronay ‘Thirteen Forms’
Perrotin from June 5 until July 26, 2025
Matthew Ronay "The Tombs Are Upset," 2023.
American artist Matthew Ronay presents ‘Thirteen Forms’, his fifth solo exhibition with the gallery. Here, he showcases ten sculptures and three wall reliefs which tap into themes of the subconscious. Through visual tactility the artist adds humour through playful colour and form, which contrasts with the eerie familiarity found within elements of his work.
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‘The Art of Dressing – Dressing like an Artist’
Musée du Louvre-Lens until July 21 2025
From Rembrandt to Warhol, a Paris exhibition asks: what do artists wear?’ ‘The Art of Dressing – Dressing like an Artist’ inspects the sartorial choices of artists by tracing artistic motivations behind personal style reflected in artworks – particularly self-portraits. The aim is to understand what the artist is desired to be portrayed as, rather than what they actually wore in reality.
Writer: Upasana Das
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‘David Hockney 25’
Fondation Louis Vuitton until 31 August 2025
More than 400 of his works, created between 1955 and 2025, are featured in this colourful show, bringing together a variety of mediums, from oil and acrylic painting, pencil and charcoal drawings to digital works, including those created on an iPad, and video installations. The blossoming of his distinctive figurative style takes shape in portraits, some of friends, some of those close to him as the artist explored his homosexuality.
Writer: Hannah Silver
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