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29 Unique Churches in Paris

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29 Less Touristy Churches

All these churches are free to visit.

They belong to the Catholic faith (except for the Anglican American Cathedral and the Orthodox Alexandre Nevsky Cathedral).

Overview Table

  Name Appeal Main Style(s) Years Built Arr.
01 St. Clotilde ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Gothic 1846 - 1857 7
02 Saint-Nicolas des Champs ★★★☆☆ Gothic 1420 - 1615 3
03 St. Laurent ★★☆☆☆ Gothic 1429 - 1659 10
04 St. Gervais ★★☆☆☆ Gothic & Classical 1494 - 1624 4
05 St. Paul St. Louis ★★☆☆☆ Baroque 1627 - 1641 4
06 St. Trinité ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Renaissance 1861 - 1867 9
07 St. Vincent de Paul ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Classical 1824 - 1844 10
08 American Cathedral ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Gothic 1882 - 1886 8
09 Notre-Dame-de-la-Croix ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Gothic & Neo-Romanesque 1863 - 1880 20
10 St. Jean-Baptiste de Belleville ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Gothic 1854 - 1859 19
11 St. Medard ★☆☆☆☆ Gothic 1450 - 1784 5
12 St. François-Xavier ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Classical & Neo-Renaissance 1861 - 1873 7
13 Notre-Dame-de-Lorette ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Classical 1823 - 1836 9
14 St. Philippe-du-Roule ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Classical 1874 - 1884 8
15 St. Thomas-d'Aquin ★★☆☆☆ Baroque 1682 - 1683 7
16 St. Pierre de Montmartre ★☆☆☆☆ Romanesque & Gothic 1133 - 1470 18
17 Alexandre Nevsky ★★☆☆☆ Byzantine-Muscovite 1859 - 1861 8
18 Notre-Dame du Secours ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Gothic 1898 - 1898 11
19 Notre-Dame-du-Travail ★★☆☆☆ Modern & Neo-Romanesque 1897 - 1902 14
20 St. Michel des Batignolles ★☆☆☆☆ Modern & Neo-Byzantine 1913 - 1934 17
21 Notre-Dame-de-la-Gare ★☆☆☆☆ Neo-Romanesque 1855 - 1859 13
22 Notre-Dame-des-Blancs ★☆☆☆☆ Classical 1685 - 1690 4
23 St. Christophe-de-Javel ★★☆☆☆ Neo-Gothic & Art Deco 1926 - 1930 15
24 St. Pierre-de-Chaillot ★☆☆☆☆ Modern & Neo-Byzantine 1933 - 1938 16
25 St. Esprit ★★☆☆☆ Modern & Neo-Byzantine 1928 - 1935 12
26 St. Pierre de Montrouge ★☆☆☆☆ Neo-Romanesque 1863 - 1872 14
27 St. Jean-Bosco ★★☆☆☆ Art Deco 1933 - 1937 20
28 St. Odile Church ★☆☆☆☆ Art Deco & Neo-Byzantine 1935 - 1946 17
29 St. Jean de Montmartre ★☆☆☆☆ Art Nouveau & Neo-Gothic 1894 - 1904 18

01. St. Clotilde Basilica

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Basilica
Cost Free

French Name
Basilique Sainte-Clotilde

This basilica, constructed in the mid-19th century, is renowned for its striking neo-Gothic architecture.

It’s dedicated to Saint Clotilde, the wife of King Clovis I and a significant figure in the Christianization of the Franks.

Its interior features beautiful stained glass windows and a remarkable organ, which is one of the largest in Paris.

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02. Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs Church

Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs

This church dates back to the 12th century, with significant renovations and expansions occurring in the 15th and 17th centuries. It’s an example of Flamboyant Gothic architecture, characterized by its intricate details and soaring structures. 

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03. St. Laurent Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Laurent

This church was developed in several stages between the 15th and 19th centuries. It is known for its eclectic architectural style, reflecting various renovations and adaptations over the centuries while retaining Gothic as its main style.

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04. St. Gervais Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Names
Église Saint-Gervais
Église Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais

This church, dating back to the 15th century, has undergone several renovations over the centuries, incorporating a Baroque style. It’s notable for its stunning architecture, including a remarkable façade and a richly decorated interior featuring beautiful chapels and artworks.

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05. St. Paul St. Louis Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis

This church dates back to the 17th century. It features a striking façade and an impressive interior, characterized by its ornate decorations and beautiful altarpieces.

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06. St. Trinité Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église de la Sainte-Trinité

This church onstructed between 1860 and 1867, is notable for its striking architectural style that blends elements of the Baroque and Neo-Renaissance.

It features a grand façade adorned with sculptures and a large dome. Inside, the church boasts an impressive organ, and beautiful stained glass windows.

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07. St. Vincent de Paul Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Vincent-de-Paul

This church was constructed between 1844 and 1849, in a neoclassical style. It features a striking façade with a large portico supported by Corinthian columns, and its interior is adorned with beautiful stained glass windows and intricate decorations.

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08. American Cathedral

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Cathedral
Cost Free

French Name
Cathédrale Américaine de Paris

This anglican cathedral was built in the late 19th century, featuring a facade with intricate stone carvings and a magnificent rose window. 

In 1923, a memorial dedicated to the American soldiers who died during WWI was added.

The cathedral serves as a spiritual home for the English-speaking community in Paris and hosts various cultural and community events.

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09. 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.

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10. St. Jean-Baptiste de Belleville Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Belleville

This church was constructed between 1854 and 1859, in Neo-Gothic style.

It features a striking facade and its interior showcases stained glass windows and a spacious nave.

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11. St. Medard Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Médard

The construction of this church spanned from the 15th to the 18th century and showcases the Gothic style.

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12. St. François-Xavier Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Names
Église Saint-François-Xavier
Église Saint-François-Xavier-des-Missions-Étrangères

This church was built in the late 19th century and showcases a blend of Romanesque and Byzantine architectural styles. Its striking façade features a prominent dome and intricate sculptures, making it a notable landmark in the area.

The interior is equally impressive, adorned with beautiful stained glass windows and elaborate decorations that reflect its religious significance.

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13. Notre-Dame-de-Lorette Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Notre-Dame-de-Lorette

This church was built between 1823 and 1836. Designed in the Neoclassical style, the church features a striking façade and an ornate interior adorned with gilded ceilings, paintings, and frescoes.

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14. St. Philippe-du-Roule Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Philippe-du-Roule

This church was built in the late 18th century and is designed in the Greco-Roman style, featuring a prominent façade with a portico supported by columns, reminiscent of classical temples.

Inside, it boasts twin rows of columns and a grand altar, showcasing the elegance of neoclassical architecture.

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15. St. Thomas-d'Aquin Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin

This church was constructed in the late 17th century. It features a Classical architectural style, characterized by its grand facade and intricate interior decorations, including beautiful paintings and statues that enhance its serene atmosphere.

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16. St. Pierre de Montmartre Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Pierre de Montmartre

This church is one of the city’s oldest one. The current structure dates back to the 12th century.

Architecturally, it showcases a blend of Romanesque and early Gothic styles, featuring a simple yet elegant interior.

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17. Alexandre Nevsky Cathedral

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Orthodox Cathedral
Cost Free

French Name
Cathédrale Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky

This prominent Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1861 and built with support from Tsar Alexander II. It showcases a neo-Byzantine architectural style, characterized by its ornate domes and intricate interior designs.

The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Alexander Nevsky, a revered figure in Russian history.

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18. Notre-Dame du Secours Basilica

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Basilica
Cost Free

French Name
Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Perpétuel-Secours

This basilica was built in 1896, it’s a notable example of neo-Gothic architecture.

It’s distinguished by its 62-meter spire, which stands out amidst surrounding buildings.

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19. Notre-Dame-du-Travail Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Names
Église Notre-Dame-du-Travail
Église Notre-Dame-du-Travail de Plaisance

This church was built between 1897 and 1902 and is notable for its unique architectural style, which incorporates iron and glass, reflecting the industrial age.

The church serves as a symbol of social Catholicism, emphasizing the connection between faith and the working class. Its interior features a striking use of steel, which sets it apart from traditional stone churches.

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20. St. Michel des Batignolles Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Michel des Batignolles

This church was built between 1913 and 1938. It features a prominent bell tower topped with a statue of the Archangel Michael, a replica of a statue from Mont St. Michel.

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21. Notre-Dame-de-la-Gare Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Gare

This church, constructed between 1855 and 1866, showcases a neo-Romanesque style.

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22. Notre-Dame-des-Blancs Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux

This church originally founded in the 13th century was rebuilt during the 17th century. It features a Baroque architectural style and is notable for its beautiful stained glass windows and artistic chapels.

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23. St. Christophe-de-Javel Church

Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Christophe-de-Javel

This church was built between 1926 and 1930. It’s notable for its modern architectural style, utilizing reinforced concrete, which was innovative for its time.

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24. St. Pierre-de-Chaillot Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Pierre de Chaillot

This church was constructed between 1934 and 1938 and is notable for its distinctive Neo-Romanesque and Neo-Byzantine style.

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25. 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.

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26. St. Pierre de Montrouge Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Pierre de Montrouge

This church was constructed between 1863 and 1872, showcasing a neo-Romanesque architectural style. It features a prominent bell tower and is known for its façade and interior decorations.

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27. 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.

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28. St. Odile Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Sainte-Odile

This church was constructed in the mid-20th century, its architecture draws inspiration from Art Deco and Byzantine styles, featuring reinforced concrete and a distinctive central window that illustrates scenes from the life of Saint Odile.

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29. St. Jean de Montmartre Church

Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free

French Name
Église Saint-Jean de Montmartre

This church was constructed between 1894 and 1904, with a façade made of red bricks. It embodies the Art Nouveau architectural style, characterized by its stained glass, mosaics, and sculptures.

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To find other churches in Paris not mentioned on this website, you can check the Wikipedia page listing the religious buildings in Paris:

📜 Wikipedia – List of Religous Buildings in Paris

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