What to See & Do
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Type | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Père-Lachaise Cemetery | ★★★☆☆ | Cemetery | Free |
| 02 | Belleville Park | ★★☆☆☆ | Park + Panorama | Free |
| 03 | Belleville Market | ★★☆☆☆ | Open-Air Food Market | Free |
| 04 | Notre-Dame-de-la-Croix Church | ★★☆☆☆ | Church | Free |
| 05 | St. Jean-Bosco Church | ★★☆☆☆ | Church | Free |
01. Père-Lachaise Cemetery
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Cemetery
Cost Free
French Name
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise
The largest cemetery in the city, covering 44 hectares (110 acres). Established in 1804 under Napoleon, it has become a significant cultural landmark and an open-air museum.
It’s renowned for its elaborate tombs and the final resting places of many famous individuals, including writers, musicians, and artists such as Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, and Frédéric Chopin.
The site is not only a burial ground but also a beautiful park filled with trees, sculptures, and pathways.
02. Belleville Park
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Park
Cost Free
French Name
Parc de Belleville
This parc is situated on the Belleville hill, making it the highest park in Paris. It features a variety of landscapes, including gardens, playgrounds, and a viewpoint that offers views of the city.
03. Belleville Market
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Open-Air Food Market
Cost Free
French Name
Marché de Belleville
This open-air food market operates on Tuesday and Friday mornings.
04. Notre-Dame-de-la-Croix Church
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free
French Name
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Croix de Ménilmontant
This church was built between 1863 and 1880. It showcases a blend of neo-Romanesque and neo-Gothic architectural styles. It’s notable for its bell tower and its interior that features a nave with metal vaults.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
05. St. Jean-Bosco Church
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free
French Name
Église Saint-Jean-Bosco
This church, constructed between 1933 and 1938, features a high bell tower and an Art Deco architectural style, distinguished by its unique design elements, including stained glass windows.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
