12th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Paris

A multi-story residential building with balconies, surrounded by trees and parked cars.
A serene lake with a gazebo and lush greenery.
A large, classical building with a central entrance flanked by columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A large classical building with a central courtyard and a statue.
A row of small boats docked along a calm lake surrounded by lush green trees.

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A large, modern building with a unique, circular roof structure surrounded by green lawns and a river in the background.

Accor Arena

8.4/10 (183 reviews)
Catch an event at Accor Arena during your trip to Paris. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Disneyland® Paris Tickets

Disneyland® Paris Tickets

£84
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Disneyland® Paris Tickets
Paris: Orsay Museum Entry Ticket

Paris: Orsay Museum Entry Ticket

£15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Paris: Orsay Museum Entry Ticket
Tour guide speaking to tourists in front of the Eiffel tower

Eiffel Tower Morning Access with Expert Guide & Summit Option

£38
per adult
Eiffel Tower Morning Access with Expert Guide & Summit Option
Paris: Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Combined Tickets

Paris: Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Combined Tickets

£27
per adult
Paris: Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Combined Tickets
Reserved Quick Access to the Louvre with Mona Lisa & Optional Upgrades

Louvre Museum Reserved Access & Optional Upgrades

£55
per adult
Louvre Museum Reserved Access & Optional Upgrades
The Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show - Féerie

The Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show - Féerie

£148
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show - Féerie
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Top hotels in 12th Arrondissement

citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon

citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon

4 out of 5
8 Rue van Gogh Paris Ile-de-France
The price is £121 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£121
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon
Novotel Paris Gare De Lyon

Novotel Paris Gare De Lyon

4 out of 5
2 rue Hector Malot Paris Paris
The price is £185 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£185
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent transport location as metro and other mainline stations were adult accessible. The swimming pool was an absolute dream after a day in the city."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Novotel Paris Gare De Lyon
Color Design Hotel

Color Design Hotel

3 out of 5
35 Rue De Citeaux Paris Paris
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £94 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£94
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"As a solo traveler, my experience was great. Clean room, good AC, helpful staff. Room was exactly as advertised and was ready on time. They have a room (unlocked) to store baggage before or after checkout which was really helpful for me."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Color Design Hotel
Mercure Paris Gare De Lyon TGV

Mercure Paris Gare De Lyon TGV

4 out of 5
2 Place Louis Armand Paris Paris
The price is £168 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£168
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Why haven’t you booked this, if you are reading this review, you should not wait. Hotel is right next to Gare De Lyon, smart way to travel around Paris. Take metro, RER or sncf, it’s all here. Amazing lobby on Mezzanine level, rooms are superb. Having stayed at another hotel in Paris as an American ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Mercure Paris Gare De Lyon TGV
Courtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon

Courtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon

4 out of 5
209-211 Rue de Bercy Paris
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £219 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£219
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Courtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon
Holiday Inn Paris - Gare de Lyon Bastille by IHG

Holiday Inn Paris - Gare de Lyon Bastille by IHG

4 out of 5
11-15 rue de Lyon Paris
The price is £144 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£144
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"This is an incredible value to be in the heart of Paris. Super quick access to the train station"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Paris - Gare de Lyon Bastille by IHG
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Where to stay in 12th Arrondissement

Find the best 12th Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 12th Arrondissement
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The Louvre Museum's courtyard with the iconic glass pyramid.

Paris City Center

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.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central courtyard, and well-manicured hedges.

Marais

Travellers love Marais for its popular shops, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Saint-Paul Station or Saint-Sebastien - Froissart Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Rue des Francs-Bourgeois and Carnavalet Museum.

A historic building with a large garden and people sitting and walking around.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Check out top attractions like Marche rue de Buci and Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres, and jump on the metro at Mabillon Station or Saint-Germain-des-Pres Station to see more of the city.

A statue of a woman holding a child in a park with a large building in the background.

6th Arrondissement

Known for its beautiful gardens and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in 6th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Luxembourg Gardens and Marche Saint-Germain, and jump on the metro at Saint-Sulpice Station or Mabillon Station to see more of the city.

A historic building with large columns and a statue, surrounded by people.

7th Arrondissement

7th Arrondissement is highly notable for its charming cafes, and you might want to visit top sights like Rodin Museum and Orsay Museum. See more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Solferino Station or Assemblee Nationale Station.

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