Marais Travel Guide

Paris
Marais
Admire historic and architectural marvels and visit one of the largest museums of modern art in Europe in the 3rd and 4th Arrondissements of Paris.

Marais is a historic district known for stunning medieval-style buildings and a range of communities, cultures, charming bars and cafés. Admire modern and contemporary art in the Musée National d'Art Moderne’s vast collection. Tour the Notre Dame de Paris, a historic Catholic cathedral believed to be one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture.

Explore the Centre Pompidou, a large high-tech complex housing a public information library, a centre for music and acoustic research and a museum of modern art. Appreciate works by great artists including Matisse and Pablo Picasso at its Musée National d'Art Moderne. With over 100,000 works, this museum has one of the largest collections of modern art in Europe.

Wander through the bustling streets of Marais, the aristocratic district of Paris. Shop in vintage boutiques, relax in rustic taverns and dine in some of Paris’ finest restaurants. Explore the museums, art galleries and theatres. This historic area stretches over parts of the 3rd and 4th Arrondissements. It is filled with culture and considered one of the hippest areas of Paris.

Tour the Notre Dame de Paris, a stunning cathedral in the 4th Arrondissement. See the famous gargoyles at the front of the cathedral. Admire the exquisite statue of Joan of Arc and the beautiful rose windows. Notice carved wooden stalls, statues and stunning religious artwork inside the cathedral. This French Gothic masterpiece was completed in the early 14th century.

Find the Notre Dame de Paris via the Paris RER express train lines or the Paris Metro. Get off at the Cité metro station if using the Paris Metro. Walk from the Notre Dame de Paris to Centre Pompidou in about 15 minutes. The Marais district is also walking distance from both the Notre Dame and the Pompidou.

Begin or end your walk through the lively streets of Marais by climbing the bell tower at the Notre Dame de Paris for spectacular views of Paris from the top.


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Top hotels in Marais

Hotel Americain
Hotel Americain
2 out of 5
72 Rue Charlot, Paris, Paris
The price is £123 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
£123
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (327 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2024

Hotel Americain
Villa Beaumarchais
Villa Beaumarchais
4 out of 5
5 Rue Des Arquebusiers, Paris, Paris
The price is £227 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
£227
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (580 reviews)
Enjoyable stay
"Great location and staff were very friendly and helpful. One of the main negatives was the limit of alcohol choice at the bar. I don’t recall this been highlighted anywhere. Also, one of our towels had wine stains but overall it ticked all the boxes for a central city centre vacation."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2024

Villa Beaumarchais
Hotel Turenne Le Marais
Hotel Turenne Le Marais
3 out of 5
6 Rue De Turenne, Paris, Paris
The price is £154 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£154
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (796 reviews)
"Good Location"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hotel Turenne Le Marais
Hôtel Castex
Hôtel Castex
3 out of 5
5 Rue Castex, Paris, Paris
The price is £139 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
£139
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (769 reviews)
"Everything was great"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2024

Hôtel Castex
Hôtel Jeanne d'Arc Le Marais
Hôtel Jeanne d'Arc Le Marais
3 out of 5
3, rue de Jarente, Paris
The price is £170 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
£170
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (505 reviews)
"Great location. Front desk 24 hour."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hôtel Jeanne d'Arc Le Marais
Hotel France Louvre
Hotel France Louvre
3 out of 5
40 Rue De Rivoli, Paris, Paris
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (975 reviews)
Great location
"Friendly staff and amazing location. It's within walking distance of the Louvre and Notre Dame and very close to Metro station Line 1. You might not find the hotel when you arrive as there are no signs—it's next to the Jazz Club. The bed was very comfortable and clean, but the room needed a bit of ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hotel France Louvre
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Other neighbourhoods around Marais

4th Arrondissement showing heritage elements, a city and street scenes

4th Arrondissement

5/5(16 area reviews)

Travellers choose 4th Arrondissement for its charming cafes. Hop aboard the metro at Hôtel de Ville Metro Station or Pont Marie Station and check out top sights like Notre-Dame.

4th Arrondissement
11th Arrondissement which includes a park

11th Arrondissement

4/5(309 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in 11th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Atelier des Lumières and Bataclan, and jump on the metro at Voltaire Station or Charonne Station to see more of the city.

11th Arrondissement
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Paris City Center

4/5(15 area reviews)

Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame are a few top attractions in Paris City Center. Hop around the city on the metro at Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro Station or Louvre - Rivoli Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and charming cafes.

Paris City Center
Quartier Latin featuring street scenes

Latin Quarter

4.5/5(272 area reviews)

Enjoy the charming cafes in Latin Quarter. National Museum of the Middle Ages - Cluny Thermal Baths and Mansion is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of Paris.

Latin Quarter
Latin Quarter - Pantheon which includes a fountain and heritage elements

5th Arrondissement

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Travellers love 5th Arrondissement for its charming cafes, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cardinal Lemoine Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard.

5th Arrondissement
10th Arrondissement showing a city and street scenes

10th Arrondissement

3.5/5(626 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in 10th Arrondissement. Grands Boulevards is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Gare de l'Est Station or Château Landon Metro Station to see more of Paris.

10th Arrondissement

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