Bibliothèque Richelieu (BnF), 2nd arrondissement of Paris
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Bibliothèque Richelieu (BnF)

5 Rue Vivienne / 58 Rue de Richelieu, 75002 Paris
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Bibliothèque Richelieu (BnF)

The historic home of France's national library — the breathtaking Labrouste and Oval reading rooms and a museum of treasures, newly restored and now open to all.

  • 🏛️
    Type
    National library & museum
  • 📍
    Address
    5 Rue Vivienne / 58 Rue de Richelieu, 75002 Paris
  • 🎟️
    Admission
    Oval Room free · museum & experiences via Tickets
  • 🕑
    Opening hours
  • 🚇
    Access
    Métro Bourse (3) or Pyramides (7, 14) — a few minutes' walk
  • 🗺️
    Nearby
    Galerie Vivienne and Galerie Colbert are right next door.

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