Sorbonne University

Our hotel near the Sorbonne University in Paris, puts you just an 8-minute walk from its prestigious gates. Please don’t hesitate to ask our team: we can point out the most pleasant routes from our hotel, as well as other cultural stops nearby.

The Sorbonne, intellectual heart of the Latin Quarter

Founded in the 13th century by Robert de Sorbon, the Sorbonne is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious institutions. A true sanctuary of knowledge, it shaped the identity of the Latin Quarter and embodies the international renown of French university life.

The buildings, rebuilt in the 19th century by architect Henri-Paul Nénot. It includes  the chapel where Cardinal de Richelieu rests, the main courtyard (Cour d’Honneur, and the Grand Amphitheatre, famous for its ceremonies and frescoes.

A living monument, the Sorbonne has seen generations of students, researchers, and writers pass through its halls. It was also a hotbed of ideas and debate, marking Parisian intellectual history, from medieval humanists to the 20th-century student movements: May 1968 was born here. Surrounding it, university bookshops, cafés, and lecture halls perpetuate this vibrant scholarly spirit.

Practical tips for your visit

It is important to know that the Sorbonne is first and foremost an active university campus. Access to certain areas is therefore reserved for students and faculty. Occasional guided tours are offered by reservation, and special open-house days sometimes provide access to areas usually closed to the public. We can help you check schedules, book a tour, and plan your itinerary from our hotel near the Sorbonne University in Paris.

Easily accessible via Cluny — La Sorbonne (metro line 10) and Saint-Michel–Notre-Dame (RER B & C, metros lines 4 & 10) stops, the Sorbonne remains an essential visit during your stay in Paris.