Best places: Heritage museums in Paris, France

Striking, angular concert hall from 2015, with a wavelike auditorium renowned for its acoustics.

Elaborately detailed office of the French Naval Staff that epitomizes the city's visual aesthetic.

Victor Hugo's evocative apartment, decorated with original furniture, plus artifacts and sketches.

Museum with exhibitions & a program of events relating to French architecture & national monuments.

👍👍 For those interested in the history of recorded sound this place is Nirvana. The proprietor gives you a personal tour and the exhibits are all pristine and work. The hours are limited to Friday & Sunday 10-6 or by appointment.

👍👍 Not really a tourist attraction as entrance can only be gained by passing an interview and getting a reader’s card (which can only be done at a different location in Paris). However, for those of us fortunate enough to be granted entry, this is a hallowed ground. The Arsenal Library is the reposit...