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20 Things to Do in the 8th Arrondissement (Paris)

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MONUMENTS

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Name Appeal Type
Arc de Triomphe ✦✦✦✦✦ Triumphal Arch €22
Hôtel de la Marine ✦✦✦✦✧ Palace €17

Arc de Triomphe

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Type  Triumphal Arch
Price  €22

Full Name
Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe, located at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, is one of the city’s most iconic monuments. Commissioned by Napoleon I in 1806 to honor the victories of his army, its design draws inspiration from ancient Roman triumphal arches.

The construction took 30 years, and it stands as a symbol of French national pride and military history. The monument features intricate sculptures and reliefs that depict various battles and historical events.

Visitors can ascend to the top for panoramic views of Paris, including the famous Champs-Élysées.

The Arc de Triomphe also serves as a site for national ceremonies, including the annual Bastille Day military parade and commemorations for the Unknown Soldier, whose tomb lies beneath the arch.

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The access is via an underground pedestrian passage (called Passage du Souvenir).

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Hôtel de la Marine

Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✧
Type  Palace
Price  €17

Full Name
Hôtel de la Marine

Located on the Place de la Concorde this historic building was constructed between 1757 and 1774. Originally serving as the Garde-Meuble de la Couronne, it was responsible for the storage and management of royal furniture and artworks.

The building showcases a neoclassical architectural style and has been a significant witness to French history. After serving various governmental functions, including housing the French Navy’s administrative offices, it underwent extensive restoration and was opened to the public in 2021.

Visitors can explore its beautifully restored 18th-century apartments, which provide insights into the opulent lifestyle of the time.

The Hôtel de la Marine is not only a monument of architectural beauty but also a cultural hub, hosting exhibitions and events that celebrate its rich heritage.

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SQUARE

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Name Appeal Use Size (m)
Concorde ✦✦✦✧✧ 🚗 330 x 210

BRIDGE

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Name Appeal Use Size (m)
Alexandre III ✦✦✦✦✧ 🚶🏻‍♂️& 🚗 150 x 38

COVERED PASSAGES

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Name Appeal
Arcades ✦✦✦✧✧
Madeleine ✦✧✧✧✧

Madeleine

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧

Full Name
Galerie de la Madeleine

This charming covered passage is adjacent to the iconic Marie-Madeleine church. This elegant shopping arcade features a variety of luxury retailers and gourmet food shops.

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PARKS

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Name Appeal Size (m²) Size (ha)
Champs-Élysées ✦✦✦✧✧ 137 000 13.7 0
Monceau ✦✦✦✧✧ 80 000 8 0

CHURCHES

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Name Appeal Main Style(s) Years Built
Ste-Marie-Madeleine ✦✦✦✦✧ Neo-Classical 1764 - 1842
St-Augustin ✦✦✦✧✧ Neo-Romanesque/Byzantine 1860 - 1871
American Cathedral ✦✦✧✧✧ Neo-Gothic 1882 - 1886
St-Philippe du Roule ✦✦✧✧✧ Neo-Classical 1874 - 1884
St-Alexandre Nevsky ✦✦✧✧✧ Byzantine-Muscovite 1859 - 1861

MUSEUMS

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Name Appeal Theme
Petit Palais ✦✦✦✦✧ Fine Arts 0*
Dior ✦✦✦✧✧ Fashion €16
Jacquemart-André ✦✦✧✧✧ Fine & Decorative Arts €19
Camondo ✦✦✧✧✧ Decorative Arts X
Cernuschi ✦✦✧✧✧ Asian Art 0*

Dior

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Theme  Fashion
Price  €16

Full Name
Galerie Dior

This place is dedicated to the legacy of the iconic fashion designer Christian Dior. This venue not only showcases the history of the House of Dior but also celebrates the art of haute couture.

Visitors can explore a rich collection of original sketches, garments, and accessories that reflect Dior’s innovative spirit and influence on fashion. The gallery aims to immerse guests in the world of Dior, highlighting significant milestones and the evolution of the brand.

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Camondo

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧
Theme  Decorative Art

The museum is closed until 2030.

Full Name
Musée Nissim de Camondo

This historic house museum showcases an impressive collection of 18th-century French decorative arts, reflecting the opulence and refinement of the period.

The house itself, designed in the early 20th century, is a prime example of the architectural style of the time.

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ART VENUE

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Name Appeal Theme
Grand Palais ✦✦✧✧✧ Modern & Contemp. Art €~

STREETS

Champs Elysées

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧
Type  Avenue

Full Names
Avenue des Champs-Élysées
Les Champs

The Champs-Élysées, often referred to as “the world’s most beautiful avenue,” is a renowned thoroughfare, stretching from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde. This iconic avenue is famous for its theaters, cafés, and luxury shops, including high-end brands.

It serves as a cultural hub, hosting significant events such as the annual Bastille Day military parade and the finish line for the Tour de France cycling race. The name “Champs-Élysées” translates to “Elysian Fields,” drawing inspiration from Greek mythology, symbolizing a paradise for heroes.

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