VISIT THE PANTHEON
   

An essential symbol of Paris
Situated in the heart of the Latin Quarter, the Panthéon towers over Mont Sainte-Geneviève. This neoclassical monument, resembling an ancient temple, pays tribute to the great figures of French history. It is a solemn and impressive place of remembrance, both architecturally and historically.

Why visit?
The Panthéon is a unique place that combines architectural grandeur and contemplation. It houses the tombs of iconic figures such as Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie and Simone Veil. Its immense dome also offers a breathtaking view of Paris.

A brief history and anecdotes
Commissioned by Louis XV in 1755 as a thank-you to Saint Geneviève after a cure, the building was originally designed as a church. Transformed into a Republican temple during the Revolution, it became a burial place for great men. Foucault's pendulum, installed in 1851 to demonstrate the Earth's rotation, can still be seen here.

What can you do there?
- Explore the majestic nave and admire the fresco of the Apotheosis of Saint Genevieve
- Descend into the crypt where the great names of French history are laid to rest
- Discover the Foucault pendulum
- Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Paris

Where is it?
📍 Place du Panthéon, 75005 Paris
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Practical advice
- Allow around 1h30 for a complete visit
- Free admission for under-26s resident in the European Union
- Climb up to the dome in fine weather for an exceptional view

To discover around
- Luxembourg Gardens
- Sorbonne
- Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont
- Rue Mouffetard

Audioguide
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