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Things to See in Paris 1st Arrondissement

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SQUARES

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Name Appeal Use Size (m)
Vendôme ✦✦✦✦✧ 🚶🏻‍♂️& 🚗 140 x 120
Palais-Royal ✦✦✧✧✧ 🚶🏻‍♂️ 80 x 70

Vendôme

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Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✧
Use 🚶🏻‍♂️Pedestrian & 🚗 Traffic
Size (length x width)  140 x 120 m (460 x 400 ft)

Full Name
Place Vendôme

This iconic square in Paris is known for its elegant architecture and luxury boutiques. At its center stands a column commemorating Napoleon’s victory at Austerlitz. The square is a symbol of wealth and Parisian style.

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Palais Royal

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Use 🚶🏻‍♂️Pedestrian
Size (length x width) 80 x 70 m (260 x 230 ft)

Full Names
Cour d’Honneur du Palais Royal
Colonnes de Buren
Les Deux Plateaux

This set of black-and-white striped columns was created by artist Daniel Buren. The columns are part of a contemporary art installation, blending modern design with historic architecture.

It’s situated just before the Palais-Royal garden.

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COVERED PASSAGE

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Name Appeal
Véro-Dodat ✦✦✧✧✧

Véro-Dodat

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧

Full Name
Galerie Véro-Dodat

A historic covered passage near the Palais-Royal, it features upscale boutiques, antique shops, and cafés in a charming 19th-century setting. The gallery is known for its unique glass ceiling and intricate ironwork.

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GARDENS

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Name Appeal Size (m²) Size (ha)
Tuileries ✦✦✦✦✦ 280 000 28 0
Palais-Royal ✦✦✦✧✧ 20 000 2 0

Tuileries

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Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✦
Size  280 000 m² – 28 ha

Full Name
Jardin des Tuileries

A public park located between the Louvre Museum and Place de la Concorde, it once served as the royal gardens of the Tuileries Palace. It features beautiful sculptures, fountains, and a large open space for visitors to enjoy. It is one of the most visited parks in Paris.

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Luxembourg

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Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✦
Size  225 000 m² – 22.5 ha

Full Name
Jardin du Luxembourg

This garden is one of the city’s most beloved parks. Established in the early 17th century by Marie de Médicis, the widow of King Henry IV, the garden was designed to resemble the Boboli Gardens in Florence. It features a mix of French formal gardens and English informal gardens, with tree-lined promenades, flowerbeds, and a large pond known as the Grand Bassin where model sailboats can be seen.

The park is not only a beautiful green space but also a vibrant social hub where Parisians and tourists alike enjoy picnics, outdoor concerts, and various recreational activities such as tennis and chess. The garden is also home to numerous statues, fountains, and even a vintage carousel.

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PARK

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Name Appeal Size (m²) Size (ha)
Vert-Galant ✦✦✧✧✧ 1 600 0.16 0

Vert-Galant

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Size  1 600 m² – 0.16 ha

Full Name
Square du Vert-Galant

This small park at the western tip of the Île de la Cité offers beautiful views of the Seine River. It is a popular spot for picnics and relaxation, with a peaceful atmosphere that makes it a popular spot in central Paris.

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CHURCHES

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Name Appeal Main Style(s) Years Built
Holy Chapel ✦✦✦✦✦ Gothic 1241 - 1248
St-Eustache ✦✦✦✧✧ Gothic 1532 - 1633
St-Roch ✦✦✦✧✧ Baroque 1653 - 1754

Holy Chapel

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Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✦
Main Style  Gothic
Years Built  1241 – 1248

Full Name
Sainte-Chapelle

Located within the Palais de la Cité, this Gothic royal chapel is known for its stunning stained-glass windows. It was originally built to house religious relics and is celebrated for its architectural beauty and historical significance.

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St-Eustache

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧
Main Style  Gothic
Years Built  1532 – 1633

Full Name
Église Saint-Eustache

This large church from the 16th century is an example of Gothic architecture and is known for its striking facade and impressive interior, which includes a magnificent organ.

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St-Roch

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧
Main Style  Baroque
Years Built  1653 – 1754

Full Name
Église Saint-Roch

This Baroque church from the 17th century is famous for its grand architecture, elaborate interior, and rich history. It also hosts concerts and cultural events, making it a focal point for both religious and artistic gatherings.

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MUSEUMS

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Name Appeal Theme
Louvre ✦✦✦✦✦ Antiquities & Classical Art €22 / 32
Orangerie ✦✦✦✦✧ Impressionism €12.50
Bourse de Commerce ✦✦✦✧✧ Contemp. Art €15
Arts Décoratifs ✦✦✦✧✧ Decorative Art & Design €15
Conciergerie ✦✦✦✧✧ French Revolution €13
Illusion ✦✦✧✧✧ Optical Illusion €19

Louvre

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Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✦
Theme  Antiquities & Classical Art
Price  €22 EU residents / €32 Non-EU

Full Name
Musée du Louvre

The Louvre is one of the world’s largest and most famous art museums. It houses thousands of works of art, including the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. The museum is a historic monument and a major cultural landmark.

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Orangerie

Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✧
Theme  Impressionism
Price  €12.50

Full Name
Musée de l’Orangerie

Famous for its collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, particularly Claude Monet’s Water Lilies, it is located in the Tuileries Gardens. It also displays works by Cézanne, Renoir, and Matisse. The museum offers a peaceful setting for art lovers.

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Bourse de Commerce

Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme  Contemporary Art
Price  €15

Full Name
Bourse de Commerce – Collection Pinault

This historic building was once the Paris stock exchange and now houses a contemporary art museum. It has been repurposed to display modern and contemporary artworks. The building’s design, including a circular gallery, adds to its unique appeal.

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Arts Décoratifs

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧
Theme  Decorative Art & Design
Price  €15

Full Name
Musée des Arts Décoratifs

This museum showcases decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the present. It features collections of fashion, textiles, furniture, and design. It highlights the evolution of craftsmanship and artistic trends.

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Conciergerie

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Theme  French Revolution
Price  €13

Full Name
La Conciergerie

A former royal palace and prison, this historical monument is most famous for housing prisoners during the French Revolution, including Marie Antoinette. The building offers insight into France’s medieval and revolutionary history.

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Illusion

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Optical Illusion
Price  €19

Full Name
Musée de l’Illusion Paris

The Museum of Illusions in Paris is a place where visitors explore amazing optical illusions, interactive exhibits, and mind-bending puzzles. It’s perfect for families, friends, and curious minds. The museum combines entertainment with learning, encouraging everyone to question their senses while enjoying a unique experience together.

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ART VENUES

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Name Appeal Theme
59 Rivoli ✦✦✧✧✧ Alternative Art 0
Jeu de Paume ✦✦✧✧✧ Photography €14
en Herbe ✦✦✧✧✧ Art for Kids €8

59 Rivoli

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Alternative Art
Price  Free

Full Name
59 Rivoli

An art center located in a former squat on the Rue de Rivoli, it is home to a diverse group of artists who create and display their work in an open, communal environment. The center is a vibrant hub for alternative art and culture.

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Jeu de Paume

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Photography
Price  €14

Full Name
Jeu de Paume

This contemporary art museum originally served as a tennis hall and later as a photography museum. Today, it focuses on photography and visual arts, hosting temporary exhibitions by international artists.

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⚠️ Don’t confuse this place with its homonyms:
– The famous hall during the French Revolution, located near the Palace of Versailles.
– The racket sport.

en Herbe

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Art for Kids
Price  €8

Full Name
Musée en Herbe

A small museum dedicated to introducing children to the world of art, it offers interactive exhibits and art workshops designed for young audiences. It aims to make art accessible and engaging for kids.

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MALL

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Samaritaine ✦✦✧✧✧

Samaritaine

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Full Name
La Samaritaine

Founded in 1870, La Samaritaine is a historic Parisian department store located near the Pont-Neuf. Developed over several decades, its buildings combine different periods of architecture and decoration. After an extensive renovation, La Samaritaine reopened in 2021.

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