The districts of Paris

Paris is divided into 20 arrondissements, each with its own character and distinctive features. Each arrondissement is further subdivided into neighborhoods that offer a unique atmosphere.

Here is an overview of Paris' main districts, classified by arrondissement:

1. The 1st Arrondissement

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• Les Halles: The commercial and cultural centre around the Forum des Halles.
• Le Palais Royal: A historic site and its gardens.
• Louvre : The area around the famous Louvre museum.

2. The 2ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Bourse: Paris's financial district.
• Montorgueil: A lively street with shops, cafés and restaurants.

3. The 3ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Le Marais: Historic district with private mansions, art galleries and trendy cafés.
• Temple: One part of the Marais, with quiet streets and a variety of shops.

4. The 4ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Le Marais: Continuity of the Marais, with sites such as the Hôtel de Ville and the Île de la Cité.
• Île de la Cité: The island at the heart of Paris, home to Notre-Dame cathedral.

5. The 5ᵉ Arrondissement

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• The Quartier Latin: The student quarter par excellence, with bookshops, cafés and cultural institutions.
• Saint-Michel: Around the bustling Place Saint-Michel.

6. The 6ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Saint-Germain-des-Prés: A chic, historic district known for its literary cafés and boutiques.
• Odéon: An artistic area with theatres and galleries.

7. The 7ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Les Invalides: Home to the Invalides museum and Napoleon's tomb.
• Champ de Mars: Park at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.

8. The 8ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Champs-Élysées : The most famous avenue in the world, with its luxury shops.
• Madeleine: The area around the Madeleine church with its elegant boutiques.

9. The 9ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Opéra: The area around the Opéra Garnier and the department stores.
• Saint-Georges: A lively residential area with cafés and boutiques.

10. The 10ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Canal Saint-Martin: A trendy district, with cafés, boutiques and a promenade along the canal.
• Gare de l'Est / Gare du Nord: Lively districts around Paris's main stations.

11. The 11ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Bastille: A lively area with bars, restaurants and cultural venues.
• Voltaire: A residential area with a vibrant community life.

12. The 12ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Bercy: A modern district with the Bercy Arena and the Parc de Bercy.
• Reuilly: A quiet district close to the Bois de Vincennes.

13. The 13ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Quartier Asiatique: A vibrant area with a strong Asian community and many restaurants.
• Butte-aux-Cailles: A picturesque district with narrow streets and lively thoroughfares.

14. The 14ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Montparnasse: A lively district with Montparnasse station and famous restaurants.
• Alésia: Quiet district, with shopping and residential streets.

15. The 15ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Vaugirard: A quiet, residential area with many parks and green spaces.
• Balard: A developing district, with modern offices and residences.

16. The 16ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Passy: An upmarket, quiet residential area with views over the Seine.
• Bois de Boulogne: The great Parisian park, ideal for walks.

17. The 17ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Batignolles: A dynamic district with a village atmosphere, parks and cafés.
• Ternes: A chic district with lively shopping streets.

18. The 18ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Montmartre: One of the most famous districts, with the Sacré-Coeur basilica and picturesque little streets.
• Clignancourt: A lively district, with the Saint-Ouen flea market.

19. The 19ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Parc des Buttes-Chaumont: A magnificent park with views and caves.
• La Villette: A cultural district with the Cité des Sciences and the Cité de la Musique.

20. The 20ᵉ Arrondissement

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• Ménilmontant : A popular, bohemian district with many bars and an alternative atmosphere.
• Père-Lachaise: The area around the Père-Lachaise cemetery, the resting place of many celebrities.

Each district of Paris has its own character and atmosphere, whether you're looking for a stroll, a spot of shopping, a visit to a museum or simply a stroll through the streets.

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