Best Paris Visits For STEM Students

Our Experts Recommend Paris Attractions To Suit Every STEM Subject

Paris is an incredible destination for students of science, technology, engineering, and maths, offering hands-on learning experiences in some of Europe’s most exciting museums. Whether your students are budding computing engineers, future biologists, or fascinated by physics, there’s a perfect place for them to explore in the French capital.

See our experts' recommendations on the best visits in Paris, tailored to each STEM subject:

Top three Paris destinations for every STEM student

1. Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie

A must-visit for any STEM trip, Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie is Europe’s largest science museum, packed with hands-on exhibits covering everything from robotics to genetics. Students can interact with immersive installations and discover how STEM subjects shape the modern world. (Closed Mondays & public holidays)

2. Palais de la Découverte

Reopening in summer 2025, the Palais de la Découverte will once again bring science to life with interactive experiments and exciting demonstrations. Students can explore the wonders of physics, electricity, and astronomy, including a spectacular planetarium with a 15-metre dome.

3. Exploradôme

An interactive museum where students learn by experimenting! Exploradôme offers hands-on exhibits covering energy, movement, optical illusions, climate change, and structural design. A great place for students to test theories and challenge their understanding of scientific principles. (Closed Sundays)

Best Museums for Engineering & Technology

1. Musée des Arts et Métiers

Home to one of the world’s oldest collections of industrial and technological artefacts, the Musée des Arts et Métiers showcases innovations in construction, mechanics, energy, and communication. Students will be inspired by the history of engineering and how technology has evolved over the centuries. (Closed Mondays)

2. Musée de l’Air et de l’Espace

From space rockets to Concorde, the Musée de l’Air et de l’Espace is a thrilling visit for engineering students. They can explore the history of aviation, board a real aircraft, and even try a flight simulator! A great choice for those fascinated by aerodynamics and space exploration. (Closed Mondays)

Best Places for Physics Groups

1. Musée Curie

Step into the world of one of history’s greatest scientists at the Musée Curie. This fascinating museum is housed in Marie Curie’s former laboratory and showcases the pioneering work on radioactivity and medical applications. A must-visit for students interested in physics, chemistry, and scientific discovery. (Closed Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays & public holidays)

2. Musée de l’Illusion

Prepare to challenge perceptions at the Musée de l’Illusion, where students will experience mind-bending holograms, optical illusions, and visual tricks that question how we see the world. It’s a fun yet educational way to explore the science behind perception and reality.

Musée de l’Histoire Naturelle - a must-see Paris destination for Biology Students

A paradise for biology students, the Musée de l’Histoire Naturelle boasts incredible displays on evolution, genetics, and species classification. Its stunning Evolution Gallery features augmented and virtual reality experiences, while the surrounding gardens house vast glasshouses that recreate tropical and desert ecosystems. (Closed Tuesdays)

Maison Poincaré - a mecca for Maths students!

France’s first dedicated maths museum, Maison Poincaré brings numbers to life with interactive exhibits that connect maths to art, geography, history, AI, and even music. This unique space shows students the real-world applications of mathematics in an engaging and creative way. (Closed Wednesdays, Sundays & public holidays, advance booking required for school groups)

Did you know?

Paris is the birthplace of the metric system, introduced in 1795 as a universal standard of measurement—students can even visit one of the original metric standards near the Luxembourg Gardens!

Let's Plan Your STEM School Trip to Paris!

With its diverse range of hands-on museums and science centres, Paris is the perfect destination for a STEM-focused school trip. Whether exploring the planets, discovering aviation history, or stepping into the shoes of Marie Curie, our Paris recommendations will ignite your students' passion for science and technology.

Want to start planning your STEM school trip to Paris? 

Take a look at our STEM Paris tour for inspiration or get in touch to co-create your own itinerary.