Audio GuideChoco-Story Paris - Musée du Chocolat
Musée du Chocolat
Chocolate-themed museum with cocoa history, demos by chocolatiers, tastings & children's tours.
Museum
Paris, France
Welcome to Musée du Chocolat in Paris, a haven for anyone curious about the rich history and art of chocolate. At this museum, you will travel back in time to explore cacao’s origins in ancient pre-Columbian civilizations, where the Aztecs and Maya revered cacao in rituals and ceremonies. The museum displays carefully curated artifacts and statuettes that speak of a time when cacao played a vital role in spiritual and daily life.
Next, you will learn how chocolate made its way to Europe during the Age of Discovery and blossomed during the Renaissance. This section details how chocolate preparation techniques evolved as it became a social centerpiece in European salons, engaging people through both its taste and cultural impact.
In its contemporary section, the museum offers insights into today’s diverse chocolate culture with live demonstrations by talented chocolatiers. You can witness the art of chocolate-making and even watch a unique chocolate Eiffel Tower sculpture, an exhibit that changes with seasonal temporary displays. Interactive experiences are available for visitors of all ages, making the museum an ideal place for adults and children to learn together.
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