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9 Covered Passages in Paris

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All of these covered passages are free to cross.

They close at night, and some are also closed on Sundays.

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Overview Table

Name Top+ Top Appeal Arr.
Vivienne ☑️ ✦✦✦✦✧ 2
Panoramas ✦✦✦✧✧ 2
Jouffroy ✦✦✦✧✧ 9
Arcades ✦✦✦✧✧ 8

Vivienne

In Our Top  ☑️

Appeal  ✦✦✦✦✧

Arrondissement  2nd

Full 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.

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Panoramas

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧

Arrondissement  2nd

Full 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.

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Jouffroy

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧

Arrondissement  9th

Full Names
Passage Jouffroy
Passage Verdeau

This historic covered passage opened in 1846, it is renowned for its elegant architecture featuring a glass roof and iron framework, making it a prime example of 19th-century Parisian design.

The passage houses a variety of shops, including bookstores and boutiques, and is also home to the famous Grévin Museum, which showcases wax figures of notable personalities.

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Arcades

Appeal  ✦✦✦✧✧

Arrondissement  8th

Full Names
Galerie des Arcades
Arcades des Champs-Élysées
Arcades du Lido

Opened in 1926, the Galerie des Arcades is a historic covered passage on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Its architecture and interior decoration reflect the character of the 1920s, with marble, glasswork and wrought-iron details created by leading craftsmen and designers of the period.

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Overview Table

Name Appeal Arr.
Véro-Dodat ✦✦✧✧✧ 1
Grand Cerf ✦✦✧✧✧ 2
Choiseul ✦✦✧✧✧ 2
Princes ✦✧✧✧✧ 2
Madeleine ✦✧✧✧✧ 8

Véro-Dodat

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧

Arrondissement  1st

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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Grand Cerf

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧

Arrondissement  2nd

Full 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​.

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Choiseul

Appeal  ✦✦✧✧✧

Arrondissement  2nd

Full 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.

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Princes

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧

Arrondissement  2nd

Full 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.

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Madeleine

Appeal  ✦✧✧✧✧

Arrondissement  8th

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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