Step through the doors of La Galerie Dior and immediately be swept away by a riot of colour and timeless elegance. The impressive three-story-high display, surrounding the white spiral staircase, holds a rainbow collection of miniature dresses, suits, handbags, shoes, and hats. The Dior Museum Paris is spellbinding.
But what follows is pure magic.
La Galerie Dior, which just opened in March 2022, has thirteen thematic rooms with ultra-modern staging. Each one invokes an ambience in the spirit of Haute Couture, femininity, beauty and infinite grace while recounting the personal and creative history of Christian Dior and his six successive designers: Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons, and Maria Grazia Chiuri.
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Where To Stay In Paris:
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Near Ile de la Cité: The Hotel Bourg Tibourg in the Marais. Find other Boutique hotels in the Marais.
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Sketches, archival documentation and exquisite dresses tell the history of the House of Dior. In this fashion museum in Paris, you’re standing right where it all began, where Christian Dior’s creative ideas came to life. His office and the models’ dressing room underline the authenticity of the space.
La Galerie Dior creates an intimacy with Christian Dior’s efforts to capture the spirit of women and reveal “women’s secret aspirations.”
Each room evokes a different feel – from the gardens, the little black dresses with a Paris backdrop, the videos of runway models, and the shimmering sound and light show.
Planning Your Paris Trip? Be sure to book in advance for the most popular things to do. Book your one-hour Seine cruise, a timed-entry ticket to the Louvre, and a skip-the-line ticket to the top of the Arc de Triomphe. And don’t forget Versailles and Disneyland!
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“Make me a perfume that smells like love,” declared Christian Dior. In 1947 the iconic floral-scented fragrance Miss Dior was born.
At La Galerie Dior, the newest fashion museum in Paris, ribbons are perfectly tied on exquisite bottles of Miss Dior and J’adore. Float away with a sample in hand.
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“No Dior, no Dietrich!” declared Marlene Dietrich to director Alfred Hitchcock in 1950 before the filming of Stage Fright. Watch a series of movie clips at La Galerie Dior showing great female actresses, such as Rita Hayworth, Grace Kelly, and Marilyn Monroe in their Christian Dior splendour
“Whatever you do – for work or for pleasure – do it with passion! Live with passion…” Christian Dior
In effect, this is my La Galerie Dior review! The Paris fashion museum, La Galerie Dior, is a stunner. Visually it hits all the high notes but it’s the unexpected emotional impact that will leave you dazzled.
La Galerie Dior: Questions and Practical Information
La Galerie Dior Location: 11 rue François Ier, Paris 8e – right around the corner from the flagship Christian Dior Store, 30 Avenue Montaigne
Galerie Dior Hours: Except Tuesdays from 11:00 to 7:00; closed January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.
Is the Galerie Dior free? La Galerie Dior tickets cost 12€
Reservations: Reserve your ticket to the Galerie Dior here.
Can you go to the Galerie Dior without a reservation? Yes. But be prepared to wait in line. Even with a prepurchased ticket, I waited 15 minutes to enter.
Is there a restaurant in the Galerie Dior? Yes. The Café Dior (the Dior Café Paris) is located inside La Galerie Dior (at the end of the exhibitions) and is open from 11:30 to 6:30.
How much time is needed to visit the Galerie Dior? Plan on spending about 2 hours.
I hope you enjoy discovering this fashion house museum in Paris, La Galerie Dior, as much as I did!
Until next time,
More Paris Info…
After exploring the Dior Gallery Paris, here are some suggestions for other top places to visit in Paris:
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This post on Montmartre leads you to the most popular sites as well as some lesser-known places in Montmartre.
Another of Paris’s most-loved areas is Saint-Germain des Prés. Here are my best tips on things to do in Saint-Germain des Prés.
Le Marais is one of the best areas of Paris to flâner. Here are 23 tops things to do in le Marais.
La Butte aux Cailles, tucked away in the 13th arrondissement, is another place in Paris that has retained its village-like charm. My article on La Butte aux Cailles will lead you to discover some of the area and its visually enticing street art.
Canal Saint-Martin is another place full of small restaurants, boutiques and plenty of character. Stroll the bridges of the canal under the chestnut trees and feel like a true Parisian. All the details on this “bobo” district are in this article on Canal Saint-Martin.
Here are all the things to do on Ile Saint-Louis, one of the oldest villages in Paris.
Don’t forget that the 7th arrondissement has lots to see and do once you have seen the Eiffel Tower.
And the 11th arrondissement of Paris? Authentic and full of great restaurants and shopping (like a local).
Other Paris and France Travel Tips:
Travelling to Paris alone? This article on navigating Paris alone is full of tips and tricks for the solo traveller.
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If you are going further afield in France, make sure to check out my page on France.
Oh la la, I’m in love! This is definitely an exhibit I would love to see.
And the best thing is that it is a permanent gallery! So it awaits your next trip to Paris. Truly magical!
Hi! How much time do you think I should spend here?
Hi Katie, I would allow for 2 hours. If you are lining up without a ticket purchased in advance, add more time. And, if you decide to stop by the café at the end, add more time! Enjoy!