The Luxembourg Museum (Musée du Luxembourg) is the first museum in France to open its doors to the public back in the 18th
century. Its ideal location in the Latin quarter makes it a popular
stop in our Paris sightseeing list. As a specialist in hotels in the
heart of Paris, we suggest reserving your stay in the Latin quarter,
close to the Luxembourg Museum and other must-see attractions such as
the Panthéon, Notre Dame Cathedral and Arènes de Lutèce, one of the few
Gallo-Roman architectures in the French capital.
The Luxembourg Museum is part of the Luxembourg Palace, which was built in the 17th
century for the second wife of King Henry IV of France, Marie de
Médicis. Its first public opening exhibited 24 paintings created by
artist Rubens in honour of Marie de Médicis as well as close to 100
other masterpieces in the Royal collection. Famous painters like da
Vinci, Rembrandt and Raphael were featured at the museum during this
time.
Today,
the museum dedicates its space solely for the exhibition of art
following three themes: “Renaissance in Europe”, “Art and Power” and
“Palace, Gardens & Museum: the Luxembourg in the heart of Paris,
capital of the arts”. Every year, the museum holds nearly 40 art
exhibitions and is also a much sought-after venue for hosting
prestigious events. Its exterior, the beautiful Luxembourg Gardens is a
serene haven for leisurely walks by those who wish to take a short
breather from urban life.
The
Luxembourg Museum and its Gardens are not to be missed for any visitor
in Paris. Heart of Paris Hotels proposes several quality rooms in the 5th and 6th
arrondissements, some of which are within walking distance of the
Luxembourg Museum and other attractions in the Latin and Saint-Germain-des-Près quarters.
19 Rue de Vaugirard
Paris 6th arrondissement
Tel : 33 (0)1 40 13 62 00
Metro station "Saint-Sulpice" 450 metres
Train RER B station "Luxembourg" 650 metres























