What to See & Do
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Type | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Bercy Park | ★★★☆☆ | Park & Garden | Free |
| 02 | Beauvau / Aligre Market | ★★☆☆☆ | Food Market | Free |
| 03 | Fairground Arts Museum | ★★☆☆☆ | Museum - Fairground | Paid € |
| 04 | Palais Porte Dorée | ★★☆☆☆ | Art Deco Hall | Free |
| 05 | Tropical Aquarium | ★★☆☆☆ | Aquarium | Paid € |
| 06 | Immigration Museum | ★★☆☆☆ | Museum - Immigration | Paid € |
| 07 | Passerelle de Beauvoir | ★★☆☆☆ | Footbridge | Free |
| 08 | Coulée Verte René Dumont | ★★☆☆☆ | Greenway | Free |
| 09 | St. Esprit Church | ★★☆☆☆ | Church | Free |
| 10 | Place de la Nation | ★★☆☆☆ | Square/Park | Free |
| 11 | Méliès Museum | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - Cinema | Paid € |
01. Bercy Park
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Park & Garden
Cost Free
French Name
Parc de Bercy
This park is characterized by its blend of green spaces, cultural venues, and historical remnants, including a vineyard and an old railway line. It features various gardens, a large lawn, and a playground.
Park
⚙️ Visitor Info (City Hall Website – Fr)
Yitzhak-Rabin Garden (within the Park)
02. Beauvau / Aligre Market
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Covered & Open-Air Food Market + Flea Market
Cost Free
French Names
Marché Beauvau
Marché d’Aligre
It consists of two main sections: the covered Marché Beauvau, established in the mid-19th century, and the bustling open-air market along Rue d’Aligre.
It’s open from Tuesday to Saturday, both morning and afternoon, and on Sunday morning.
The open-air section operates on the same days but only in the mornings.
Inside
⚙️ Visitor Info (City Hall Website – Fr)
Outside
⚙️ Visitor Info (City Hall Website – Fr)
It also has a flea market section outside.
03. Fairground Arts Museum
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Fairground Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée des Arts Forains
This museum showcases a collection of fairground and entertainment objects from the 19th and 20th centuries, including antique merry-go-rounds and various funfair paraphernalia.
It aims to preserve the art and culture of traditional fairs and amusement parks, offering visitors a nostalgic experience reminiscent of the festive atmosphere of bygone eras.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
04. Palais de la Porte Dorée
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Art Deco Hall
Cost Free
French Name
Palais de la Porte Dorée
This building was constructed for the 1931 International Colonial Exhibition, it was originally intended to serve as a museum dedicated to the colonies, showcasing the history and impact of colonialism on the arts and culture.
The architecture of the Palais is a notable example of Art Deco style, featuring a striking façade adorned with intricate carvings and murals that reflect its colonial themes.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
⚙️ Visitor Info (Official Website)
Today, it houses :
- Tropical Aquarium
- Immigration Museum
These 2 places are detailed below.
05. Tropical Aquarium
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Aquarium
Cost Paid
French Name
Aquarium Tropical
This aquarium is situated in the Palais de la Porte Dorée building.
It features various species of aquatic life, including both freshwater and saltwater fish, corals, turtles, and crocodiles.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
06. Immigration Museum
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Immigration Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée National de l’Histoire de l’Immigration
This museum is dedicated to the history of immigrants in France. Housed in the Palais de la Porte Dorée building, it features a permanent exhibition that spans over 200 years of immigration history, showcasing the diverse backgrounds of immigrants.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
07. Passerelle de Beauvoir
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Footbridge
Cost Free
French Name
Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir
Thuis undulating bridge spans the River Seine, featuring two distinct levels designed separately for pedestrians and cyclists.
08. Coulée Verte René Dumont
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Greenway
Cost Free
French Names
Coulée Verte René-Dumont
Promenade plantée
This 4,7 km (2.9 mi) elevated linear greenwayy was constructed on a former railway line, transforming obsolete infrastructure into a green space.
It’s a route for walkers and joggers, sheltered from the city’s hustle and bustle.
09. St. Esprit Church
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free
French Name
Église du Saint-Esprit
This church was completed in 1935. I’s notable for its Byzantine architectural style, which distinguishes it from many other churches in the city. It features a striking façade and a spacious interior.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
10. Place de la Nation
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Square/Park
Cost Free
French Names
Place de la Nation
Nation
Jardin de Marianne
This square is a prominent one and a major traffic hub, featuring a small city park at its center. It includes a large column topped with a statue of the Republic, which commemorates the French Revolution.
11. Méliès Museum
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Cinema Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée Méliès
This museum located within the Cinémathèque Française, celebrates the life and work of Georges Méliès, a pioneering figure in cinema known for his innovative special effects and storytelling.
It features an extensive collection of artifacts, including machines, costumes, posters, and rare photographs, alongside Méliès’ films, showcasing his contributions to the art of cinema.
