The Palais-Royal was founded in 1628 for Armand-Jean du Plessis, Cardinal Richelieu, and is a classified historical monument in the classical style. Entry is free and open to everyone, and the visit is self-guided during the domain’s opening hours. The one thing to be ready for is security: the monument applies the preventive measures the French government sets for public administrations. Visitors with disabilities can be offered a dedicated service adapted to their needs.
Historic Site
Palais-Royal
A royal palace in Paris built for Cardinal Richelieu, free to enter and open to everyone for a visit at your own pace.
Typical visit
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Price
Entry is free and open to everyone.
Visiting
Free self-guided visit during the domain's opening hours.
Getting there
Metro lines 1, 7 and 14; buses 21, 27, 39, 48, 69, 72, 81 and 95.
Accessibility
Visitors with intellectual, mobility, visual or hearing disabilities can be offered an adapted service.
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