Though New York City may have been given the famous title as “Art Capital of the World,” France isn’t too close behind. Both NYC and France have a vast amount of artistic vibrancy that fills museums, city streets, and art galleries and in both places, art remains to be talent that is and has been revered and well-appreciated for years. With well-renowned artists such as Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, and Henri Matisse rising to fame as French artists, it is no surprise that France continues to preserve the importance of art and creativity by housing dozens of museums meant to keep the legacy of art alive and thriving.

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No matter if you’re an artist, an art-admirer, or someone looking to learn more about art and the history of it, don’t bypass the chance to visit a French museum. If you’re ever in France or if you’re considering heading there, here are seven must see museums that are worth spending a few hours at: