Victor Hugo's House
The writer's museum in Le Marais
Victor Hugo's House
The Casa de Víctor Hugo en París, a museum set in the apartment where the famous French writer once lived Víctor Hugo, author of major works such as Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Maison de Victor Hugo in Le Marais
Victor Hugo lived here, in this apartment in the famous Place de Vosges of the Parisian neighborhood of Le Marais, together with his wife for 16 years, in the mid-nineteenth century.
In this 280-square-meter apartment he wrote some of his works, including part of Les Misérables.
A Museum in Place de Vosges
The three-story museum opened in 1902, the centenary of his birth. It houses a collection of graphic works and original manuscripts, as well as photographs, paintings, sculptures, and part of the famous playwright's furniture.
It is located in the Parisian neighborhood of Le Marais, and it is a special place in Paris to visit. Its décor transports you to another era the moment you step inside.
For more interesting places, we recommend browsing our section on things to see in Paris.
Visiting the Victor Hugo House Museum in Paris
Admission to the permanent exhibition is free. A fee applies only for special exhibitions or the workshops organized each month.
Prices
Free
Hours
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Address
Place des Vosges 6
How to get there
Metro line 1, Saint Paul station
Places near the Victor Hugo House
You can walk from here to these nearby attractions
Le Marais
A vibrant neighborhood with galleries, bars, museums, and the famous Place des Vosges.
Shawarmas in Le Marais
A world-famous shawarma restaurant known as L'As du Fallafel.
Opéra Bastille
Paris's modern opera house where you can attend dance, classical ballet, opera, and more.
Bastille / Popincourt Market
Famous Parisian street markets held several days a week.
