Visite guidée de l'hôtel de la Païva

Listed as a historic monument, this exceptional residence offers a sublime glimpse into the architecture and decorative arts of the Second Empire.

During this tour, we will tell you the story of La Païva, a famous courtesan and mistress of a fabulously wealthy and powerful Prussian count. We will take you into the Grand Salon where you will discover the impressive ceiling painted by Paul Baudry, the painter of the Grand Foyer of the Opéra Garnier.

You will also be able to contemplate, just like Théophile Gauthier, Alexandre Dumas, or the Goncourt brothers once did, the rich decorations of the Dining Room and the paintings of the Music Salon—paintings that sparked considerable controversy at the time... We will of course take the famous Algerian onyx staircase to admire, upstairs among other wonders, the sublime Moorish-inspired Bathroom... A must-see visit to what the Goncourt brothers dubbed "Le Louvre du cul"...

Good to know: The meeting location and the guide's contact information will be provided after purchase, on your voucher.

Admission is included in the ticket price