What to See & Do
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Type | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Galerie Vivienne | ★★★☆☆ | Covered Passage | Free |
| 02 | Passage des Panoramas | ★★★☆☆ | Covered Passage | Free |
| 03 | National Library - Richelieu Site | ★★★☆☆ | Museum + Library | Either |
| 04 | Notre-Dame des Victoires Basilica | ★★★☆☆ | Basilica | Free |
| 05 | Passage Grand Cerf | ★★☆☆☆ | Covered Passage | Free |
| 06 | Passage Choiseul | ★★☆☆☆ | Covered Passage | Free |
| 07 | Rex Studios | ★☆☆☆☆ | Cinema Backstage | Paid € |
| 08 | Tower Jean-sans-Peur | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - Medieval History | Paid € |
| 09 | Passage des Princes | ★☆☆☆☆ | Covered Passage | Free |
01. Galerie Vivienne
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Covered Passage
Cost Free
French Names
Galerie Vivienne
Galerie Colbert
This elegant 19th-century covered passage offers a charming mix of boutiques, cafés, and vintage shops under a beautifully decorated glass ceiling. It is celebrated for its neoclassical architecture and vibrant mosaics. A stroll here feels like stepping into a different era.
02. Passage des Panoramas
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Covered Passage
Cost Free
French Names
Passage des Panoramas
Galerie Saint-Marc
Galerie Feydeau
Galerie Montmartre
Galerie des Variétés
This historic covered arcade, dating back to 1799, is one of Paris’s oldest passages. Lined with antique shops, eateries, and quirky boutiques, it exudes an old-world charm. Its architectural features include intricate ironwork and nostalgic ambiance.
03. National Library - Richelieu Site
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Museum + Library
Cost Free or Paid
French Names
Bibliothèque Nationale de France – Site Richelieu
BnF – SIte Richelieu
This impressive cultural landmark houses over ten million volumes, making it one of the world’s largest libraries.
Outside of its function as a library, its appeal lies in its museum of historical items and its large oval room.
Museum
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
⚙️ Visitor Info (Official Website)
Oval Room
04. Notre-Dame des Victoires Basilica
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Basilica
Cost Free
French Name
Basilique Notre-Dame des Victoires
This basilica, built by King Louis XIII in the 17th century in Baroque style, is adorned with thousands of ex-voto plaques on its interior walls. It is also renowned as an important place of pilgrimage.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
05. Passage Grand Cerf
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Covered Passage
Cost Free
French Names
Passage du Grand Cerf
Passage du Bourg l’Abbé
This covered passage boasts soaring glass ceilings and a unique 19th-century design. It’s home to artisan workshops, galleries, and quaint shops. While less crowded than other passages, it offers a peaceful retreat for exploration.
06. Passage Choiseul
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Covered Passage
Cost Free
French Names
Passage Choiseul
Passage Sainte-Anne
This lively passageway features an eclectic mix of shops, cafés, and theaters, with a lively neighborhood vibe. Its glass roof illuminates the interior, enhancing its bustling atmosphere. It offers a slice of Parisian daily life in a historical setting.
07. Rex Studios
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Cinema Backstage
Cost Paid
French Name
Le Grand Rex
An interactive backstage visit reveals the inner workings of the legendary Grand Rex cinema. Visitors can explore its history, projection techniques, and sound effects. This immersive experience provides a glimpse into Paris’s cinematic heritage.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
08. Tower Jean-sans-Peur
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Medieval History Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Tour Jean sans Peur
A rare remnant of medieval Paris, this fortified tower highlights the city’s medieval history through exhibitions. Its spiral staircase and decorative vaulting reflect 15th-century craftsmanship. It serves as an intriguing window into the past.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
09. Passage des Princes
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Covered Passage
Cost Free
French Name
Passage des Princes
This picturesque passage, reconstructed in 1860, combines traditional charm with modern flair. It features toy stores and small boutiques beneath an elegant glass roof.
