Tours and Tickets to Experience Sorbonne

There are plenty of ways to experience the Sorbonne. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs
• Paris Latin Quarter Guided Walking Tour - Semi-Private 12ppl Max
• Latin Quarter Paris - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
• Private Tour: Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie & Cluny, through the Latin Quarter
• Paris - Latin Quarter Free Walking Tour

There is no charge to visit the Sorbonne from the outside. The historic interior, with its centuries-old lecture halls, artwork, and salons, is generally closed to the public. Prices vary for official guided tours. The official website offers a virtual tour, which includes the chapel and main amphitheater.

The Sorbonne is known as one of the oldest universities in the world. It was here that the first French printing press was installed. Established back in the 13th century, the Sorbonne remains a major center of learning in Paris, just as renowned for its prestigious academic programs as for its history.

No, independent access to the Sorbonne is restricted to students and faculty. However, visitors can admire the historic building from the outside during a guided tour through the Latin Quarter. The Sorbonne also opens parts of the campus to the public during the annual European Heritage Days, held each September.

Yes, you can take photos of the exterior of the Sorbonne any time of year. If you enter the building during European Heritage Days, or during a guided tour offered by the university, then you may be able to photograph the interior as well. Be sure to ask permission before photographing any students.

Yes, visiting the exterior of the Sorbonne is still worth it, even if you’re not able to enter the historic campus. You can still admire (and photograph) the famous facade and courtyard outside of open days. There’s also a boutique just next to the main entrance where visitors can pick up souvenirs.