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Luxembourg Palace

Name: Luxembourg Palace
Rating: 4.7

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Discover the Luxembourg Palace, seat of the French Senate on the Left Bank. Stroll through the surrounding Jardin du Luxembourg, taking in the fountains, tree-lined paths, and iconic green metal chairs.

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Reasons to go

Commissioned in 1615 by Marie de' Medici, widow of Henry IV, who wanted a residence reminiscent of her native Florence.
Designed by architect Salomon de Brosse, the palace now serves as the seat of the French Senate.
The gardens' iconic green metal chairs by the fountain have become a symbol of the site.

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Full description

The Luxembourg Palace was built in the early 17th century for Marie de' Medici and now houses the French Senate, set within the beloved Jardin du Luxembourg. While the palace interior has limited public access, the surrounding gardens — with their fountains, tree-lined paths, and green metal chairs — are one of the most cherished green spaces in Paris.

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Address

15 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris, France · Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Website

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

20 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

The gardens are the main draw and are free and open daily
guided interior tours of the Senate are occasionally available but limited
bring something to read and grab one of the iconic green chairs by the fountain.

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Reviews

Such a beautiful & iconic spot in Paris to not skip! Perfectly landscaped gardens around the palace. Lots of beautiful spaces to set up a picnic & relax, take photos, enjoy nature, paint etc! Very peaceful!

Heather Boswick

2/5

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