Latin Quarter of Paris

The Latin Quarter of Paris (Quartier Latin) is situated on the south side of the Seine River, south of Notre Dame Cathedral. (map)

The south side of the river is referred to as "Rive Gauche" (left side) in Paris.

This historic district of Paris is known for its cobblestone streets, shops and the cafés of St-Germain-des-Près. It also features fountains and gardens.

The Latin Quarter is home to the following attractions and city landmarks:

Austerlitz Train Station (Gare d'Austerlitz)

Botanical Garden (Jardin des Plantes)

Institute of France (Institut de France)

Luxembourg Garden (Jardin du Luxembourg)

Luxembourg Museum (Musee du Luxembourg)

Luxembourg Palace (Palais de Luxembourg)

Lyon Train Station (Gare de Lyon)

Medici Fountain (La Fontaine de Médicis)

Middle Ages Museum (Musée National du Moyen Age)

Montparnasse Train Station (Gare Montparnasse)

Natural History Museum (Musée National d'Histoire Naturelle)

Outdoor Sculpture Museum

Pantheon (Panthéon)

Roman Amphitheatre (Arène du Lutèce)

Saint-Etienne-du-Mont Church

Saint-Sulpice Church (Église Saint-Sulpice)

Sorbonne University

Zoological Garden (Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes)