Bibliothèque Nationale de France
Buildings & Monuments, Museums
South
Literature, Architecture
Around EUR 7.00 for exhibition.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Bibliothèque Nationale de France
The National Library of France
The World's Largest Modern Library
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11, quai François-Mauriac Paris, Ils-de-France 75013 |
+33 1 53 79 59 59 |
Description
First created by Charles V in 1368, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France was originally established as a Royal Library in the Louvre. It wasn't until the reign of Louis XIV, when it was opened to the public in 1692. Filled with a vast collection of books from France, the huge glass towers of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France in its current location provides a location to preserve and protect France's written literature and documents of over 13 million copies. In 1793, it became the first free public library in the world, and today it is available for students and researchers with academic purposes. The collection sprouted with the acquisition of writings from the Revolutionary period in France and is a great place to find first hand sources from France's historical past.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-7pm, Tues-SunVisit Time: 30min-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: Around EUR 7.00 for exhibition.
Discounts Available: 5 EUR for students and youths 18-25.
Exposure
Indoor with no climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
métro: Quai de la gare
Best Modes of Transportation:
Bus
Subway
Train
Walking
Notes: Mitterrand Library:
Lines 6 (Quai de la gare),14, and RER C (Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand);
Bus: 89, 62 et 132
Richelieu Library:
Metro Bourse
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: Vincent Auriol Lot: Rue Raymond Aron and Avenue de France Tolbiac-Bibliothèque Lot: Rue Émile Durkheim and Rue Jean Anouilh
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