La Sorbonne
La Sorbonne
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Founded in 1253, this venerable university, one of the world's oldest, has a long and storied history of academic greatness.
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Neighbourhood: 5th Arr. - Panthéon
How to get there
- Cluny – La Sorbonne • 2 min walk
- Maubert-Mutualité • 4 min walk
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Noraatc
Sudbury, MA39,761 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
Along my way to the Musée Cluny I passed by the imposing buildings of La Sorbonne and made a short stop at the Place de la Sorbonne to take a picture of the Chapel of Sainte Ursule de la Sorbonne.
Every building of Le Sorbonne has its own story of its notable graduates, who changed the world of science, literature and arts. Not my first time in the Latin Quarter and certainly not the last.
Every building of Le Sorbonne has its own story of its notable graduates, who changed the world of science, literature and arts. Not my first time in the Latin Quarter and certainly not the last.
Written 20 April 2024
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA17,823 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
I'm not sure how much you will see without a student or faculty member to escort you in past the front desk. But this is the big old university, a big presence on the Left Bank. The buildings are a bit austere, but definitely imposing. And there are lots of cafes around for you to sit and admire the view.
Written 31 January 2024
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia50,924 contributions
Oct 2019
La Sorbonne, established in the 13th century is one of the oldest and most well known universities. It is located in the Latin Quarter. We only saw it from the outside. It is surrounded by restaurants and many other types of shops. It is certainly worth a visit if you can spare the time.
Written 21 September 2020
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misopiso88
Seattle, WA24,941 contributions
May 2019
We were strolling through Paris in the evening and ran across La Sorbonne. What a beautiful university with an incredible history!
Written 30 August 2019
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Mir2001
Southwest166 contributions
Walk around and view the paintings and plaques in the halls, get the feel of ancestors who valued education, art, history, music, savor the experience, do a little people watching. Serious students, lovers, professors, way better than a bus station! Just a few blocks away from the Cluny archaeological site. Surrounded by specialty bookstores and great cafes. Lots of clothing boutiques if you want to come home looking like you just spent a year, or a summer, studying in Paris.
Written 9 February 2005
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saintba
Buenos Aires, Argentina7,325 contributions
Jun 2012 • Family
This is a great spot to imagine what it must have been like to attend university here back in the 1200's. One of Europe's earliest Universities.
It's a great spot to come and take a rest in front of the fountains in front of the Sorbonne where it's very peaceful. They have a few cafes right in front of it if you want something to eat or drink. They also typically have some ladies that will give massages for donations.
i'm always marveled at the vast history of much of the architecture here in Paris and the Sorbonne is certainly no exception. Worth it to visit and take a few photos and imagine life back in those times..
It's a great spot to come and take a rest in front of the fountains in front of the Sorbonne where it's very peaceful. They have a few cafes right in front of it if you want something to eat or drink. They also typically have some ladies that will give massages for donations.
i'm always marveled at the vast history of much of the architecture here in Paris and the Sorbonne is certainly no exception. Worth it to visit and take a few photos and imagine life back in those times..
Written 23 June 2012
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK8,29,297 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Wandering around this part of the city my twin brother Stephen and I found ourselves on Place De La Sorbonne which is a great square to take in the beautiful views of parts of Le Sorbonne which is one of the best education centres in the country and one of the most historic .
The buildings that make up Le Sorbonne are amazing ,one of the most stunning buildings I viewed is Le Sorbonne Church ,a wonderful looking church building ,if you're in the area it's an education centre to most definitely check out if you're in the area around the Latin Quarter.
The buildings that make up Le Sorbonne are amazing ,one of the most stunning buildings I viewed is Le Sorbonne Church ,a wonderful looking church building ,if you're in the area it's an education centre to most definitely check out if you're in the area around the Latin Quarter.
Written 17 June 2023
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Ruby Red
Greensburg, PA742 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Beautiful campus of buildings and interesting too. We visited the Museum of Medicine on the campus and there is a small fee to enter. It is just one room but full of interesting items spanning the centuries of medical care. I was thrilled to see Lister’s “spray canisters” for carbolic acid which he used to disinfect his operating rooms prior to surgery; start of germ theory! It was an informative visit and takes about 45 mins to an hour.
Written 22 April 2023
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rayrest
Fenton, UK7,996 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
Located in the Latin Quarter and close to the Palais du Luxembourg is La Sorbonne, the city's great university. Built in 1253, this is one of the oldest around and had a humble start as a college to just 16 students. Italian poet Dante (1265-1321) is amongst some of the famous students.
The building has some great architecture and look out for the clock which is a joy to see.
The building has some great architecture and look out for the clock which is a joy to see.
Written 26 April 2018
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Mike K
Phoenix, AZ1,284 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
If you don't prearrange a €9 tour you will have to settle for a peek at the main entrance. Security is present and the days of wandering aimlessly imagining you'd arranged your life for one semester here are long gone. Still the architecture and the history including Richielu are unique
Written 31 March 2016
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Hola quiero. Visitar la sorbonne como hago?
Written 15 November 2019
Please tell me about open hours of sorbonne
Written 8 January 2017
Please tell me about open hours of sorbonne
Written 8 January 2017
Indeed you can have a tour. They cost 9 € per person 4 € for students and large families. To book a tour call at + 33 (0) 1 40 46 23 48
For guided tours in foreign languages, please hire an interpreter.
I hope this was helpful.
Rob
Written 15 December 2016
Muy buenas
Quisiera saber horarios de visita.
Desde ya muchas gracias
Saludos cordiales Stella
Written 4 June 2015
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