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Luxury Apartment Rentals in the Latin Quarter
Left Bank apartments among the Sorbonne, the Panthéon and the market stalls of rue Mouffetard
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Eight centuries of students, books and good conversation
The Latin Quarter takes its name from the language of its medieval students, who spoke Latin in the lecture halls and the taverns alike. The Sorbonne was founded here in 1257, and the hill of Sainte-Geneviève has been the intellectual heart of Paris ever since. It is still full of bookshops, cafés and students arguing over small glasses of wine.
Our Latin Quarter collection runs to 46 apartments, from one-bedroom pieds-à-terre on quiet streets near the Panthéon to larger family apartments close to the Jardin du Luxembourg, some with terraces or air conditioning.
Here is a guide to the neighbourhood, what to see and when to come.
The Latin Quarter at a glance
- Apartments
- 46 in the Latin Quarter, with up to 6 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £3,000 to £5,000 a week, from around £2,400
- Best streets
- Around the Panthéon and Sorbonne, rue Mouffetard and the streets towards the Luxembourg
- Highlights
- The Panthéon, the Musée de Cluny, the Jardin des Plantes and the Arènes de Lutèce
- Getting there
- Eurostar to Gare du Nord, then RER B to Saint-Michel or Luxembourg; Orly and Charles de Gaulle by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Chateau Erable LatinQuarter: Spacious 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment Near Jardin du Luxembourg – Paris3 bedrooms
Chateau Sorbonne Latin: Charming 3-Bedroom Family-Friendly Apartment – Latin Quarter Paris3 bedrooms
Villa Crepuscule Arbalete Latin Quarter: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment Near Jardin du Luxembourg – Paris4 bedrooms
Chateau Sorbonne Paris: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace – Latin Quarter Paris3 bedroomsNeighbouring quarters
The streets around the Panthéon and the Sorbonne for the old university quarter, rue Mouffetard for markets and bistros, and the western edge near the Jardin du Luxembourg for families and a quieter stay.
Domes, chapels and the old university
The hill at the centre of the quarter is crowned by the Panthéon, built as a church in the eighteenth century and now the resting place of Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie and Josephine Baker. Foucault first hung his pendulum here in 1851 to show the Earth turning, and a copy still swings beneath the dome.
Next door, the church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont has a rare carved rood screen and the shrine of Sainte-Geneviève, patron saint of Paris. Pascal and Racine are buried inside. Apartments up here are on some of the quietest streets in central Paris, although the Sorbonne and the cafés of the boulevard Saint-Michel are only a few minutes' walk away.
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A market street and a Roman arena
Rue Mouffetard runs downhill from the little Place de la Contrescarpe, lined with cheesemongers, bakers, fishmongers and greengrocers at the bottom end and small restaurants further up. Hemingway lived around the corner on rue du Cardinal Lemoine in the early 1920s, and wrote about the neighbourhood in A Moveable Feast.
A short walk east are the Arènes de Lutèce, the remains of a Roman amphitheatre where local men now play pétanque, and the Jardin des Plantes, the botanical garden founded in the 1630s. Its Grande Galerie de l'Évolution, with a procession of stuffed animals, is very popular with children. Next door, the Grande Mosquée de Paris serves mint tea and pastries in a shaded courtyard.
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Unicorns, books and a view of Notre-Dame
The Musée de Cluny, the national museum of the Middle Ages, stands on the ruins of Gallo-Roman baths and holds the six Lady and the Unicorn hangings, one of the great works of medieval art. On the riverbank, Shakespeare and Company sells English books across the water from Notre-Dame, which reopened in December 2024 after the fire.
Further along the Seine, the Institut du Monde Arabe, designed by Jean Nouvel, has a roof terrace with a fine view over the rooftops. Saint-Germain-des-Prés is a short stroll west, and the Île de la Cité is just over the bridge.
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Bistros, cheese shops and a quiet August
The quarter eats well without much fuss: classic bistros, wine bars, crêperies and the food shops of rue Mouffetard, which are at their busiest on weekend mornings. A picnic of cheese, bread and fruit in the Jardin du Luxembourg is a very Left Bank lunch.
Spring and early autumn are the best times to come, with long evenings and pleasant weather for walking. In June, the Fête de la Musique on the 21st fills the streets with bands, and the Journées du Patrimoine in September open buildings that are normally closed. August is quieter, and some family-run restaurants close for the holidays. Our concierge can arrange transfers, restaurant tables, museum tickets and guided walks.
Ask our conciergeFeatured properties in the Latin Quarter
Chateau Val-de-Grace: 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Hot Tub – Latin Quarter Paris3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £5,355 a week
Villa Aurore Arbalete Latin Quarter: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Air Conditioning in Latin Quarter – Paris2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £4,907 a week
Chateau Pantheon LatinQuarter: Stylish 3-Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of Latin Quarter – Paris3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,494 a week
Villa Crepuscule Rue Mouffetard Latin Quarter: Elegant 2-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Historic Charm – Paris2 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £4,487 a week
Chateau Arenes LatinQuarter: Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment with Air Conditioning in Latin Quarter Paris1 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £4,396 a week
Villa Aube Cluny Latin Quarter: 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Latin Quarter3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,305 a week
Villa Crepuscule Valette Latin Quarter: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Air-Con – Latin Quarter3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,228 a week
Villa Celadon Cluny Latin Quarter: Elegant 4-Bedroom Apartment with Parisian Charm – Latin Quarter4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,228 a weekWhy book your apartment in the Latin Quarter with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
The Latin Quarter changes from street to street, from student cafés to hushed residential squares, and we know which apartments are quiet at night and which are close to the Métro, the markets and the Luxembourg gardens. With 46 properties in the Latin Quarter, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Eurostar and airport transfers, restaurant reservations, museum and Panthéon tickets, guided literary walks, babysitters and a private chef for a night in. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in the Latin Quarter?
The streets around the Panthéon are quiet and central, rue Mouffetard suits those who like markets and lively evenings, and the western edge near the Jardin du Luxembourg works well for families who want space for children to run.
When is the best time to visit the Latin Quarter?
April to June and September to October bring mild weather and long days for walking. August is quieter, though some smaller restaurants close, and December has a festive atmosphere for a winter city break.
Why is it called the Latin Quarter?
The name comes from the Middle Ages, when students at the Sorbonne and the other colleges on the hill studied and spoke in Latin. It has stayed a university quarter ever since.
Can you arrange a private chef at a apartment in the Latin Quarter?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in the Latin Quarter cost?
Across our 46 properties in the Latin Quarter, weekly rates typically range from £3,000 to £5,000, with the most affordable from around £2,400 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to the Latin Quarter from London?
Eurostar takes around two and a quarter hours from St Pancras to Gare du Nord, where the RER B runs direct to Saint-Michel Notre-Dame and Luxembourg. If you fly, Orly is usually the closer airport by road, and Charles de Gaulle is also on the RER B. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there apartments in the Latin Quarter for large groups?
Yes. Our Latin Quarter collection includes properties with up to 6 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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