Institut de France
The Institut de France is a prestigious institution founded in 1795 to bring together several academies and encourage the development of science, literature, and the arts. Today, it brings together five academies, the best known of which is the Académie française, responsible for safeguarding the French language. Located on the Quai de Conti in Paris, in an iconic building facing the Louvre, the Institut plays an important role in French intellectual and cultural life.
Where is the Institut de France located?
The Institut de France is located in Paris, on Quai de Conti, in the 6th arrondissement, directly opposite the Louvre, on the other side of the Seine. Its address is: 23 quai de Conti, 75006 Paris.
Visiting the Institut de France
It is possible to visit the Institut de France. Here are the key points to know:
For guided tours
- Two guided tours in French are offered every Saturday, at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Tour duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Full price: €15
- Reduced price: €10 (people with disabilities, job seekers, recipients of minimum social benefits, holders of the ICOM card)
- Free admission (under 18)
For self-guided visits of the Institut dome
- Visits on Saturdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased online
- Visit duration: 45 minutes
- Price: €5
- Free admission (under 18, people with disabilities, job seekers, recipients of minimum social benefits, holders of the ICOM card)
How do you get to the Institut de France by public transport?
To get to the Institut de France by public transport, you can take:
Metro
- Lines 4 and 10, Odéon station. It is a 10-minute walk to the Institut de France
- Line 1, Louvre-Rivoli station. It is a 10-minute walk to the Institut de France
- Line 7, Pont-Neuf station. It is a 9-minute walk to the Institut de France
Bus
- Lines no. 27, 69, 72, Pont des Arts stop
- Lines no. 27, 39, 68, 69, 87, 95, Pont du Carrousel - Quai Voltaire stop
- Lines no. 27, 87, Pont des Arts - Quai de Conti stop
What to visit around the Institut de France?
Around the Institut de France, there are many things to visit/see:
- The Pont des Arts : very close by, perfect for a walk along the Seine.
- The Louvre : just opposite, a few minutes away on foot.
- The Monnaie de Paris: on Quai de Conti, right next door, with exhibitions and its historic building.
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés : for the Parisian atmosphere, cafés, bookstores, and lively streets.
- The Luxembourg Garden : a little farther away, but pleasant for a stroll.
- Île de la Cité : with Sainte-Chapelle, the Conciergerie, and Notre-Dame.
- The Musée d'Orsay : easily accessible on foot by crossing the Seine.
- The Seine riverbanks : very pleasant for walking, especially at the end of the day.