Villa Vauban - Musée d'Art de la Ville de Luxembourg: Self-Guided Audio Tours
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This city walk is going to take you to all the major city attractions of the city, as well as some hidden gems that were chosen just for you! In your journey around Luxembourg, you will see Palais Grand Ducal, the official residence of the Grand Duke, the head of state of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and have a chance to admire its splendid exterior. Then you'll visit Guillaume II Square that has always been a place where people meet and share the latest local news. You will pay a visit to Gëlle Fra, The Golden Lady, a memorial of the thousands of Luxembourgian soldiers that died in World War I, and hear about its various “adventures.” In the second part of our tour, you will take a stroll along the cute little streets of Grund, the most picturesque and lively part of the city where you will have a chance to stop for a drink or grab a bite at any of the local bars or cafes. The tour then will take you to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Casemates du Bock, and will tell you all about the underground world of tunnels under the city. At the end of your journey, you will arrive at the Cinémathèque de la Ville de Luxembourg, an absolutely charming old-fashioned movie theatre, which would be an amazing place to go for a movie night after the tour.
Dive into the heart of Luxembourg with your phone as your guide on this interactive self-guided audio tour. Designed for curious travelers, this experience will captivate anyone eager to explore the city's enchanting streets, historical treasures, and architectural marvels at their own pace. Listen to the riddles and stories that unlock each location's mysteries as you wander through the vibrant tapestry of Luxembourg's past and present. The tour journey sets off from the magnificent Adolphe Bridge, spanning the Petrusse Valley, and concludes at Fort Thüngen where you can discover Luxembourg’s military past. The route paves its way through the city's famous landmarks, including the imposing Grand Ducal Palace, the iconic Golden Lady, and the whispers of the ancient casemates. Highlighted by the grandeur of the Neumünster Abbey and the resounding legacy within the National Museum of History and Art, the audio tour promises an immersive experience. Prepare for a scavenger hunt that will engage your wits and reward you with the serenity of the Petrusse Valley.
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About Villa Vauban - Musée d'Art de la Ville de Luxembourg
The museum is open on all days of the week except Tuesdays. You can visit the museum from 10 AM to 9 PM on Fridays. On every other day of the week, its working hours are from 10 AM to 6 PM.
The best season to visit this museum is spring: the tourist season hasn’t started yet, so there won’t be as many people there. We recommend going there on weekdays or in the morning to avoid crowds. If you want to save money, you can go there between 6 and 9 PM on Fridays, whent it’s free to enter the museum.
Villa Vauban is a Luxembourg art museum that displays paintings from the 17th to 19th centuries. Here are some of the things you can do at this museum:
- Study a sizable collection of art. The collection mainly consists of paintings and sculptures from three generous donations by Jean-Pierre Pescatore, Leo Lippmann, and Eugénie Dutreux-Pescatore. The art in the museum includes 17th-century Dutch paintings, Italian art from the 19th century, and French paintings from the 19th century.
- Explore a unique museum building. Villa Vauban occupies the former site of a Luxembourg fort named after Louis XIV’s fortress architect, Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. The museum stands on the fort’s foundations, and you can see part of the fort’s wall in the museum’s basement.
- Visit temporary events at the museum. The current exhibition, Welcome to Villa Vauban, focuses on the recent additions to the museum’s collection.
You can reach Villa Vauban by several transport options: by bus, bicycle, or on foot. Bus routes 21, 22, 28, and 31 will take you there. The closest bus stop to this museum is Place de l’Étoile.