An excellent memorial and museum to the Holocaust with an added focus on what happened specifically in France in the time leading up, during, and after the Holocaust and occupation of France. Most is in French, with a good amount in English as well. You can attain an audio guide as well. It's a lengthy visit with loads of information. Some photos could be upsetting to children and anyone sensitive to images of brutality, in this case against people for just being Jewish or "non-Aryan" in the views of the murderous Nazi regime. Entry is free. Security guards the site well and you'll be screened on entry. There's a book shop at the end as well. Bathrooms and lifts on site for usage as well.

A large and comprehensive museum complements the memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. It is a must-see if you're in Paris and interested in learning about the Holocaust in France. A temporary exhibit as of September 2023 about music in the camps, performed by Jewish prisoners under the orders of their Nazi guards, was very effective in showing how the oppressors stopped at nothing to exercise control and dehumanize their captives. The crypt offers a place for somber reflection and remembrance of all who were lost to this tyranny.

We were expecting a history of the deportations during World War Ii. The museum and memorials are much more more... here is an exhaustive history of antisemitism and pogroms... from the days of the Roman Empire through contemporary times. The World War I experience is emphasized but there is a deep and long history that is not overlooked. Remarkable presentations. The exhibition of the photographs of Julia Pirotte, a French resistance fighter, was beautifully curated -- on exhibit until January 7, 2024. So go soon if you have the chance! A free museum that is beautifully designed and deeply moving.

My husband and I visited here after a walking resistance tour. The museum was excellent, easy to follow, with nearly all explanations in English. I had really wanted to go here, and was rewarded. Very much worth our time. It wasn’t crowded, and easy to move around in, or sit if that’s your preference. My only disappointment was the bookshop was closed for lunch. Our thanks to everyone who made this museum possible.

We were delighted to be led on a presentation in English by Esta whose knowledge and experience extended beyond our expectation - simply outstanding, interesting yet challenging upon reflection. The visit also incorporated an exhibition on the Olympic Games so well thought out and again challenging on all that it means to be humankind. Both experiences were most definitely highlights of our trip to Paris and worthy of the highest recommendation. Thank you to all concerned - so very much appreciated.