Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy
Palais des ducs et des États de Bourgogne
The power centre of the Duchy of Burgundy, now home to the city hall and an art museum. Climb the 46-metre Philip the Good Tower for views over Dijon's colourful glazed-tile roofs.
The Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy was begun in the 14th century. Four Valois dukes of Burgundy ruled from here over a duchy that stretched across eastern France and the Low Countries. In the 17th century it was remodelled into the classical Palace of the Estates of Burgundy. Today the east wing houses an art museum and the west wing houses the city hall. The 15th-century Philip the Good Tower in the palace is about 46 metres high. Climbing its 316 steps offers views over the whole city and the Grands Crus hillsides. You can only climb the tower on a guided tour, and tickets cost about 3–4 euros. It is advisable to book in advance at the tourist office. In front of the palace is Place de la Libération, and a walk from here connects you to Notre-Dame and the Owl Trail (Rue des Chouettes).
Opening hours
Courtyard open all day; tower climb by guided tour sessions
Nearby sights
- Place de la Libération
- Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon
- Owl's Trail
- Church of Notre-Dame of Dijon
- Rue Verrerie & Rue des Forges
- Les Halles de Dijon
- Church of Saint-Michel, Dijon
- Musée de la Vie bourguignonne