Grand Ducal Palace - Guided Tour
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Luxembourg
The grand ducal Palace, located in the centre of the old town, is the official residence of the grand ducal family.
The site of today’s palace was once home to Luxembourg City’s first town hall whose origins date back to 1418. After the town hall was destroyed by a gunpowder explosion in 1554, it was rebuilt 20 years later. In 1741, the stone balustrade was replaced by a wrought-iron balustrade that still exists today. In the mid 18th century, the town hall was enlarged on the right side by a Baroque building called “Salle de la Balance”. In 1860, the Chamber of Deputies was built on the right-hand side of the building. Since 1890, the main building has served as the grand ducal Palace. From 1992 to 1995 the palace underwent extensive renovation works.
During the summer months, the Luxembourg City Tourist Office has the honour of organising exclusive guided tours of the grand ducal Palace. On this 75-minute tour, visitors can take a look behind the scenes, including the Grand Duke’s office, the dining room and the “Salon des Rois”, to name but a few. Through the sale of tickets, the Luxembourg City Tourist Office supports the Foundation of the Grand Duke and Grand Duchess; a foundation that supports humanitarian and solidarity initiatives to assist vulnerable people and those in distress, both in the Grand Duchy and in developing countries.
Join one of our guided tours for a “grand ducal” experience and learn more about the history of the grand ducal family!
Good to know
Guided tours of the Grand Ducal Palace will take place from July 17 to August 31, 2025.
The guided tours start at the Luxembourg City Tourist Office, Place Guillaume II.
Solemn Changing of the Guard at the Grand Ducal Palace 2025
05 July at 16:00
06 September at 4.00 pm
Only assistance dogs are allowed
Where does it take place?
Palais Grand-Ducal
17 Rue du Marché-aux-Herbes
1728 Ville-Haute
Luxembourg
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