Musée de l’Institut Lumière
What is it: The Lumière Museum, located in the Lumière brothers’ historic villa, celebrates the birth of cinema and the Lumière family’s contributions to photography and film.
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Good to know before you go
- Historic home setting
- Calm environment
- Short to medium visit
Insider Tips
- Spend a moment outside the house to see its setting
- Look closely at how light enters the projection spaces
- Combine the visit with a walk in the Monplaisir neighborhood
Perfect for
- Cinema lovers
- Families with kids & teens
- Visitors who enjoy historic homes
How to get there
Metro: take Metro Line D to Monplaisir Lumiere and walk about 3 minutes to the institute.
Tram: take Tram T4 to Jet d Eau Mendes France and walk about 8 minutes.
Bus: take Bus C16 to Monplaisir Lumiere and walk a short distance.
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