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Élysée Palace

The Élysée Palace, on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris's 8th arrondissement, is the official residence of the President of France and houses both his office and the weekly meetings of the Council of Ministers. Visitors can learn about the history of the building, which dates from 1722 and has been the setting for key moments in French politics, as well as the residence of figures such as Madame de Pompadour, Napoleon Bonaparte and several presidents of the Republic.

Things to do at Élysée Palace: 8 missions

• Explore the Ambassadors' RoomThe Ambassadors' Room is where the President of France officially receives foreign ambassadors.
• Explore the Jardins d'HiverThe Jardins d'Hiver were built in 1883 as a greenhouse for growing plants.
• Discover the Salon MuratThe Salon Murat is used every Wednesday for meetings between the President and the Prime Minister and the government of France.
• View the Salon CléopâtreThe Salon Cléopâtre takes its name from a Gobelins tapestry on the wall.
• Explore the Portrait RoomThe Portrait Room was used by Emperor Napoleon III for portrait medallions of the most important sovereigns of the time.
• Explore the Blue RoomThe Blue Room is used as the office of the First Lady of France.
• Enjoy the Festival HallEnjoy the Festival Hall at the Élysée Palace. Check the conditions and availability at the source for this experience.
• Admire the Salon DoréThe Salon Doré is named after the gilded edges on the walls, doors, tables and chairs.

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Source: elysee.fr