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Leonardo VS Michelangelo: the immersive challenge
Two Renaissance geniuses face to face: their masterpieces projected on a giant scale, as you wander freely through the immersive rooms.
Immersive ExperienceOpens 10 Oct 2026
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Five worlds
to explore
Immersive journeys, monumental experiences and virtual reality voyages: welcome to La Cité de l'Histoire.
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02
Charlemagne's Sword
An interactive family adventure across the centuries in search of Charlemagne's legendary sword
Immersive journeyOpens Oct 2026
03
The Forbidden City
The final experience of La Cité de l'Histoire. For nearly 50 minutes, step into the heart of this extraordinary place through a journey blending monumental projections, immersive sets and interactive displays.
Immersive exhibitionUntil 13 September 2026
04
Eternal Notre-Dame
Headset on, travel through eight centuries of Notre-Dame Cathedral's history, from its construction to its rebirth.
Virtual realityOpens Oct 2026
05
Paris, City of Light
A virtual reality expedition soaring over Paris through the centuries, from medieval alleyways to the Roaring Twenties.
Virtual realityOpens Oct 2026
Compare the experiences
At a glance
| Experience | Format | Age | Duration | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leonardo VS Michelangelo | Immersive experience | Ages 7+ | 1h30 | Separate |
| Charlemagne's Sword | Immersive journey | All ages | 1h15 | Separate |
| Eternal Notre-Dame | Virtual reality | Ages 8+ | 45 min | Separate |
| Paris, City of Light | Virtual reality | Ages 8+ | 40 min | Separate |
A fifth virtual reality experience will be announced during the season.
Practical information
Find us
Espace Grande Arche
1 Parvis de la Défense, 92800 Puteaux - beneath the Grande Arche
Metro, RER, Tram
La Défense - Grande Arche: line 1, RER A and E, T2, Transilien L and U
Booking recommended
Each experience has its own online ticketing and opening days
Opening hours
- Monday - Friday10am - 7pm
- Saturday-Sunday10am - 6pm