Instantly recognizable by its quirky design (exterior escalators and huge coloured tubing,) the Centre Pompidou is an architectural marvel of the 20th century. Nestled in the vibrant Marais district, it is home to a performance and exhibition space, cinema, library, restaurant, and modern art museum. Housing one of the most valuable permanent collections of contemporary and modern art, including works from many famous architects, sculptors and painters like Pollock, Kapoor, Matisse, and Picasso, the museum is a must-see for art lovers.