The Grand Ducal Palace, also known as the Palais Grand-Ducal, stands in the heart of Luxembourg City at 17 Rue du Marché-aux-Herbes. It is the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg and also houses the seat of the Luxembourg government, so it is both a working centre of national life and a place a visitor can see from the street.
What to expect
The palace is known for its Renaissance architecture, and its façade and details reward a slow look. Because it is an active seat of government, much of the building is not open to the public in the ordinary way. The main way to go inside is through the guided tours offered during the summer months, which give a closer view of the building than the outside alone.
Planning your visit
- Location: Rue du Marché-aux-Herbes, in the centre of Luxembourg City, easy to reach on foot from the surrounding streets.
- Tours: guided visits run in the summer months only, so check availability before you travel.
- Contact: you can call +352 22 28 09 to ask about tours and current arrangements.
Because the palace sits in the old town, it fits naturally into a walk around the city centre. Plan some time to wander the streets nearby, where the palace is one of several landmarks that give Luxembourg City its character.
