archbishop's palace (palais des archeveques)

Mywayforholidays

Same positive consideration already expressed for the Saint.Just Cathedral. The front square with Roman rests of vai Domitia adds value to the visit of this spectacular buildings.

HiddenCaviar

This is an excellent site to see with some amazing architecture and features. Great historical information.

sailingstarr

An amazing buidling wih three beautiul museums.The structure itself is worth the visit. Buy a pass to visit all museums for 14 days. Only 9 Euros.

Joelly

This is not just one building but a complex with courtyards and gardens. It is beautifully maintained and a lovely place to wander round or take a break in the gardens.

Serviceprof

I never get tired of exploring and visiting buildings with a great historical story. This palace captures the both the wealth and power enjoyed by the early leaders of the Catholic Church. Grand in scale - this complex reeks of intrigue and politics! I hesitate to think about the deals that were made inside the grand rooms that are in abundance. Along with the cathedral next door this building dominates the skyline of Narbonne. Great gardens and green space are strategically placed within the palace grounds. If in Narbonne, this is a must visit location......

flycgb4803

This houses the Archeological museum which is excellently presented, -some in EnglishTicket 4 euro but can take it as part of 7 museum visits with a 9 euro card. - all obtainable from the town hall in front of palace. They suggest starting with t he Donjon which we did - but unless you are super-fit leave it until last (lots of steps up a stone spirial staircase). The museum focuses on aspects of the Roman period dealing with Roman-Gallic life (housing etc) but also deals with much earlier periods as far as neolithic period in the area. The art gallery is next door and the cathedral (free) is adjacent

Miquel_Strubell

A grand building adjacent to the cathedral. These days it's an administrative complex: City Hall, Art and History Museum. It has an imposing couple of twoers which you can see from the streets and square outside (don't miss the stretch of the Roman "Via Domitia" on display) and also from the courtyard within.

BenjySydney

Narbonne really has an extraordinary history and although it had its place in the sun and power in times past and it then had a few falls here and there, it truly is a place to visit and to marvel at what it offers and has oreserved, Roman to the present. The Palais owes its presence to the powerful Bishops of Narbonne who were very significant at the time, but it is this sense of history over time and the art, artifacts and architecture which are preserved that truly set this lovely city apart. There are about 10 attractions and you can visit them all economically in a day of history and culture. The allied Donjon Gilles Aycelin is worth the climb to the viewing area on the top (especially great for the cathedral) but best on a clear day when you truly get a sense of this city and its location. If you like Roman and all since, then this is a great location.

pmr2

First buy the ficket that allows you access to all the sites because if you see three it has paid for itself. The Musee archeologique has wonderful information on Roman mural painting and mosaics, and other roman ruins. The Musee d'Art et d'Histoire in the Palais Neuf has a fantastic collection of French faiences from Montpellier, Moustiers and Marseille including a wall of wonderful pharmaceutical jars. Most surprising is the ecceclectic collection of 19th and 20th century North African art ("peintures orientalistes"), primarily from Algeria, but not exclusively, at the end of the visit. Warning: the latter museum is on the second floor and there is quite a flight of stone staire to access it. We skipped the Donjon Gilles-Aycelin because of the stairs, but did not find the Tresor particularly remarkable. To enter the latter you need to ask the gardien for the key.

IanB727

It was worth the time and effort. Not expensive and excellent value for money. Information is well presented and it is easily accessed by all ages

SimonB137

It is worth visiting the Archbishop's Palace and Cathedral to get an idea of Narbonne's history. I you have a head for heights pay for the Donjon, and climb to the top of the tower for amazing views over Narbonne and towards the Pyrennes. In the square outside tere is a section of the Roman road.

Kim87507

An interesting collection -- especially enjoyed the faience. I would have loved to have spent more time here, but we only had an hour, before they closed for lunch. Oh well, next time!

Nomadic_Explorer

The Archbishops palace houses two museums - The Achaeological Museum and The Museum of art history. Both are very interesting to visit with information in English. It is wise to buy a €9 ticket which gives you access to 7 museums in Narbonne (also: DonjonGilles Aycelin 162 steps for views of the city; Horreum, a Roman underground warehouse; Charles Trenet's House, a famous French singer; Cathedral Treasury; Lapidaire Museum with sound and light show).

370micheld

Bel ensemble de bâtiments moyen age au centre ville, en hiver le vent perds son avantage de chasser les moustiques!

Capucine1169

Endroit pittoresque, il faut absolument y entrer...et découvrir ce site qui vous interpellera très certainement même si néophyte. A recommander.