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Peace Palace and Visitors Centre
The Peace Palace is a working centre of international law with a visitor centre at its entrance. Start there for context and check official tours separately.
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Andrew Carnegie funded the palace, which opened in 1913 as a symbolic home for peaceful settlement of international disputes. The International Court of Justice and Permanent Court of Arbitration are associated with the building, giving its grand exterior an active legal role. The visitor centre explains the institutions and offers a view of the palace and gardens. Occasional guided tours may reach the Great and Small Halls of Justice, but confirm the current official calendar before expecting to enter.
What to look for
The International Court of Justice and Permanent Court of Arbitration are associated with the palace.
The visitor centre offers a view of the palace and gardens.
Occasional guided tours may include the Great and Small Halls of Justice.
Useful to know
Start with the visitor centre if no palace tour is available.
Check the official tour calendar separately before expecting to enter the palace or gardens.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
