6th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Paris

6th Arrondissement featuring a statue or sculpture and a park
6th Arrondissement featuring a city, heritage elements and street scenes
6th Arrondissement showing a garden
6th Arrondissement featuring a fountain
6th Arrondissement showing a fountain

Read about Parisian intelligentsia, discover the lively Latin Quarter and enjoy scenic gardens and bohemian café culture.

The 6th Arrondissement is known for its acclaimed academies and parks and the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. It is considered the intellectual hub of Paris with links to thinkers such as Jean-Paul Sartre. Browse the many art galleries lining the streets for a better understanding of the city’s academia.

Sit at a café on the corner of a street and embrace the zone’s bohemian ideals. Les Deux Magots Café is the most famous meeting place of the learned and artistic, where Picasso, James Joyce and other geniuses of their fields drank and talked.

Discover the historic region of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, which began as a market village around a 6th-century abbey. Gaze up at the intriguing bell tower and learn about the church’s fascinating history. In the surrounding area are bookstalls, quaint cafés and markets. Purchase a second-hand novel by Albert Camus or Emile Zola and stroll along the cobblestone alleys.

Walk south from the river through the side streets of the Latin Quarter. Visit the Sorbonne, a world-famous university competitive with Harvard and Oxford. Peruse the quirky shops and jazz clubs of this lively neighbourhood. Come here for a range of international cuisine at restaurants and food stalls.

Learn about the city though the various museums, such as the National Museum of the Middle Ages. It covers themes such as the Roman occupation, Gothic architecture and medieval works of art. Find out about the history of coins and medals at the Musée de la Monnaie.

Enjoy a picnic among the fountains of the Jardin du Luxembourg, which dates back to 1612. Stroll past the landscaped gardens, tree-lined paths and ponds of the 62-acre (25-hectare) park. See the elegant Medici Fountain from 1630.

This arrondissement starts on the Seine River in the centre of the city and spreads south past many metro stations. Its southern border is near the Montparnasse Tower and its cemetery.

The 6th Arrondissement is a place to mingle with the country’s avant-garde thinkers in cafés and museums.


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Top hotels in 6th Arrondissement

Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs
Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs
4 out of 5
92 Rue De Vaugirard, Paris, Paris
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
"Great design and a very nice area"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs
Citadines Saint-Germain-des-Prés Paris
Citadines Saint-Germain-des-Prés Paris
4 out of 5
53 Ter Quai des Grands Augustins, Paris, Paris
The price is £204 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£204
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,560 reviews)
"The property was good , had separate rooms for kids. Was very conveniently located to attractions. The only bad thing was that the A/C in the upstairs bedroom was not working great ."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Citadines Saint-Germain-des-Prés Paris
Hotel Dame des Arts
Hotel Dame des Arts
4 out of 5
4 Rue Danton, Paris, Paris
The price is £298 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£298
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (374 reviews)
"Incredible spot. Clean, well kept property in a beautiful neighborhood. Three minutes away from some of the best local restaurants/cafes. Three minutes from Notre Dame and the metro. The rooms were immaculate and smelled amazing. Found out they worked with a brand to make a custom scent that smells ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hotel Dame des Arts
Hôtel Baume
Hôtel Baume
4 out of 5
7 rue Casimir Delavigne, Paris, Paris
The price is £224 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£224
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (638 reviews)
"Great hotel , perfect location for us . Staff couldn’t be more helpful. We were very grateful for the air conditioning in a sweltering Paris . Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Hôtel Baume
Hotel Saint André des Arts
Hotel Saint André des Arts
4 out of 5
66 Rue Saint-André des Arts, Paris
The price is £211 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£211
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
"Nice boutique hotel in a lively are surrounded by restaurants and cafés. An excellent breakfast available. Very small bathrooms but a pleasant, quiet room."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hotel Saint André des Arts
Grand Hotel des Balcons
Grand Hotel des Balcons
2 out of 5
3 rue Casimir Delavigne, Paris, Ile De France
The price is £153 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£153
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (989 reviews)
"Great location, close to metro ligne 7, good living experience. You can store your luggage before your check in. They do not have AC but do provide fan."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel des Balcons
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Other neighbourhoods around 6th Arrondissement

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Odéon

Consider exploring the colourful gardens in Odéon. If sightseeing is on the list, Luxembourg Gardens is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Odeon Station to see more of the area.

Odéon
French Academy which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and signage

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

4.5/5(73 area reviews)

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

Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Quartier Latin featuring street scenes

Latin Quarter

4.5/5(272 area reviews)

Enjoy the charming cafes in Latin Quarter. Panthéon 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
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Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin. Top attractions like Le Bon Marche and Orsay Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Rue du Bac Station or Solferino Station to see more of the city.

Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin
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Sorbonne

Consider exploring the stunning river views in Sorbonne. If sightseeing is on the list, Panthéon is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of the area.

Sorbonne
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


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