Step into the enchanting world of the Hôtel de la Marine, a Parisian landmark rich with history, drama, and splendor. In this video, we take you on a journey through time, from the grand ambitions of King Louis XV to the revolutionary storms, and into the modern-day restoration of this iconic building.

Discover the captivating story of the Hôtel de la Marine:

The grand vision of Ange-Jacques Gabriel and the creation of the Place de la Concorde

The splendor of the 18th-century decorative arts housed within its walls

The dramatic events of the French Revolution, including the audacious theft of the Crown Jewels

The transformation of the building into the heart of French naval and diplomatic affairs

The recent restoration efforts that have brought the Hôtel de la Marine back to its former glory.

Experience the magic of the Hôtel de la Marine firsthand with the museum’s state-of-the-art headsets, “The Confident.” Using binaural sound technology, these connected headsets bring to life the spaces and characters that once inhabited this historic site.

Choose from three immersive audio stories:

Age of Enlightenment

Time Travel

Family

With the “Confident” headset, you'll hear the crackling of a fireplace, the whispers of characters, and the sounds of history unfolding around you, all in stunning 3D sound. The audio content triggers automatically, allowing you to wander through the monument and relive the era of the Garde-Meuble de la Couronne as if you were truly there.

Join us for a first-person perspective of this innovative audio experience and see how the “Confident” headset enhances your visit, making the Hôtel de la Marine’s rich history come alive in a way you've never imagined.

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