Attractions in the 6th arrondissement in Paris | Saint-Germain and the surrounding area

Delacroix Museum (Musée national Eugène Delacroix)

A few words about the attraction: Eugène Delacroix is ​​one of the most famous Romantic painters and is best known for his painting “Liberty Leading the People.” Here inFristenberg Square The charming place where his last studio was located has a charming little museum dedicated to his life and work, including his house, studio, and a small garden that he designed. Please note that if you have bought a ticket to the Louvre, you can visit it (if you visited the Louvre that day). You can also visit the place with a museum card.

Luxembourg Museum (Musée du Luxembourg)

A few words about the attraction: The Luxembourg Museum is actually the first public museum in Paris. It opened in the 18th century to present selected works by contemporary artists to the residents of the City of Lights. The current building was built in 1879 and hosts changing exhibitions. To find out what exhibitions are on while you are in Paris, you are very welcome to visitMy exhibitions page Which is updated every few months.

Luxembourg Gardens

This One of the most beloved parks in Paris And for good reason. It has a palace, statues, and vegetation that changes every season, so it's worth returning to visit this garden every time you come to Paris.

The Luxembourg Gardens are located up Boulevard Saint-Michel in the 6th arrondissement and extend along Rue Vaugirard. They can be reached by metro Odeon or by the Luxembourg RER station. The gardens are open daily from 07:30 a.m. until half an hour before sunset. The garden guards' whistles signal the closing of the gates.

Luxembourg Gardens hiking trail

If you would like to discover for yourself the many secrets hidden in the Luxembourg Gardens, you are welcome to read the Luxembourg Gardens itinerary who wrote Joel TamanlisIf you would also like to get to know a little about the people who have been hanging out there for years, I recommend you read the article. Luxembourg Gardens: A haven of battles and humor.

Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Photo: Joel Tamanlis

Church Saint-Germain-des-Prés It is the oldest church in Paris and parts of it have survived from the 6th century. What you will see when you visit it is only a small part of a huge monastery that ruled until French Revolution In large parts of the Left Bank.

So why is it a must to visit this church? For several reasons.

The first reason is its central location in the heart. Boulevard Saint-Germain It is one of the most vibrant areas in Paris, so you will most likely walk there and come across it during your tours of the boulevard (or when you are looking for a good cafe).

The second reason, and the more important one in my opinion, is the massive renovation the church has undergone in recent years. Take a look at this video and see what medieval beauty, splendor, and grandeur is revealed to you:

And if all this beauty doesn't convince you, then come to Saint-Germain at least to visit Descartes' tomb. I think that means he exists there...

So if I managed to convince you to visit the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, you are welcome to enter.This article, in order to learn about its history and the neighborhood in which it is located.

Saint Sulpice Church

Saint-Sulpice Church. Photo: Joel Tamanlis

This is the second largest church in Paris after Notre Dame and is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful. You can find quite a few masterpieces inside, most notably Delacroix’s frescoes “Jacob Fighting with the Angel” and “Heliodorus Exiting the Temple.” You can also enjoy the beauty of the charming fountain located in the square opposite the church and sit in the famous cafe located right across from it. Here is a short video that shows you the beauty of the church in all its glory:

The location of the church is also simply a winner. On the one hand, it is next to the lively Boulevard Saint-Germain (and if you go and visit the Church of Saint-Germain first, you get “2 churches for the price of one”). On the other hand, it is close to Luxembourg Gardens Which of course should not be missed. And those who decide to visit both the gardens and the church will greatly enjoy the journey between the two points, because the small, picturesque streets that lead from the gardens to the church are simply charming.

But beyond all this beauty, the church of Saint-Sulpice has gained fame in recent years thanks in no small part to the Da Vinci Code, or rather, the sundial mentioned there. The clock, which was built in 1727 to help the priest of Saint-Sulpice determine when Easter falls, features in Dan Brown's book and is visited by many tourists.

If you would like to learn more about the church, you are welcome to read the article. Saint-Sulpice – the mistress of the foreign minister, the famous painter and the brothel.

Paris School of Fine Arts (Ecole des Beaux-Arts)

The main hall of the School of Arts. Photographed by: Zvi Hazanov

The Paris School of Fine Arts moved to its current home in 1816. Here you will find a magnificent Neo-Renaissance building, a chapel where a copy of Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgment” was painted, and even surviving parts of the Tuileries Palace.

You can find comprehensive information about the place in the article. The Paris School of Fine Arts and the Birth of Bohemia.

The Pont des Arts and the College de France building

The Collège de France building, where the French Academy is located. Photographed by: Yoel Tamanlis

There is no doubt that the view from the Pont des Arts is one of the most beautiful and romantic in Paris. Add to that the beautiful Collège de France building and you have an attraction that simply cannot be missed.

If you would like to learn more about the place, you are welcome to read the article. The Story of Von des Aers and the Collège de France or the Right to First Look at Paris.

Cour du Commerce Saint André

Cours du Commerce Saint-André. Photographed by: Joel Tamanlis

This is a charming passageway created during the 18th century. You will find quite a bit of fascinating history there and even some culinary attractions.

Detailed information about the place can be found in the article Cour du Commerce Saint André – the charming passage of the Left Bank.