In the Marais – apartment in Paris

Our apartment is a small cocoon completely refurbished in the center of Paris. Line 1 is 200 m away, it serves most tourist sites. Located in the Marais with a neighborhood life, as if you were in a village. This is an old 17th century building with these period features (wooden beams, stone walls, narrowness of the main corridor) The apartment is located on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator. The space The apartment is located on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator. (The apartment is therefore not suitable for people with reduced mobility) Other things to note What to do in the Marais? Ideas for tours and walks The Marais is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the capital. Witness to the vestiges of our past and the history of France, it has seen its population change and evolve over the centuries. From the Royal Court of Louis XIV to the gay community, to the Ashkenazi Jewish population, the "Old Paris" still has a young and dynamic soul that still seduces visitors. Composed of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements of Paris, it has the most beautiful monuments in the capital, a number of which are classified as historical monuments or UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Place des Vosges (M1: Saint Paul station) It was in 1800 that Place des Vosges was named. Formerly called Place Royale, it was built in 1605 under Henry IV and was then the playground of the nobles. Used for tournaments and duels, it served as an open-air stage for Parisian choirs in the 1830s. In 1954, it was listed as a historic monument, and was protected by the Marais Conservation and Development Plan in the 1960s. This measure was put in place to protect the facades in particular. Built in the shape of a square, it consists of 36 2-story pavilions. We owe its foundation to King Henry IV who entrusted the plans to the architects Jacques Androuet du Cerceau and Claude Chastillon. Among the famous residences of this square is the Hôtel de Sully. This Renaissance-style building is classified as a historical monument and was the residence of the Duke of Sully, Maximilien de Béthune, minister of King Henry IV. Although it cannot be visited, you can still take a walk in the garden and courtyard to admire the building. You can also see the Maison de Victor Hugo, which can be visited for temporary exhibitions or for the apartment itself where the writer is said to have written part of his work "Les Misérables". Maison de Victor Hugo: 6, Place des Vosges, 75004. Take Rue de Saint-Antoine, then turn right onto Rue de Birague. Hôtel de Sully: 62, rue Saint-Antoine, 75004. Take Rue Saint-Antoine. The Temple du Marais 400 meters away, the Temple du Marais is located on Rue Saint-Antoine. Built under the direction of François Mansart in 1632, it houses the vault of the family of Nicolas Fouquet (who was superintendent of finances). This building did not take on the status of a Protestant temple until 1802 under Napoleon Bonaparte. Indeed, it was once the church of the Convent of the Visitation of Saint Mary (convent that was destroyed during the Revolution). The temple has been classified as a historic monument since 1887 and is named Temple Sainte-Marie. To access it, get off at Saint-Paul on line 1 or Bastille on line 8 of the metro. Take Rue Saint-Antoine. The Temple is located at 17, rue Saint-Antoine, 75004. The Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville Going up Rue de Rivoli, you will come across the BHV. Created in 1856 by Xavier Ruel, "BHV" literally means Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville because it is located, as in its origin, on Rue de Rivoli, a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville, before becoming a chain on the international market. It is, in fact, part of the Galeries Lafayette group and is intended, at its core, to sell DIY tools. But nowadays, its stock has really diversified since there are haute-couture items, a leather goods area, perfumeries, a floor for toys and children, a part for DIY and one for the home and its decoration etc… The BHV is therefore a sort of "little Galerie Lafayette" because the style remains similar and the items are just as expensive! To access it, get off at the Hôtel de Ville station on metro line 1. Address: 36, rue de la Verrerie, 75004. Paris City Hall Located on the same level, the Hôtel de Ville, surrounded by its many fountains, stands majestically on the former Place de Grève. A place of power where the Council of Paris sits, it is the largest municipal building in Europe. Built in 1357, it has housed the capital's municipal institutions ever since. Today, the Hôtel de Ville opens its doors to visitors, but upon request. As the premises are protected, you will need to make a request to the hosts in charge of the reception. Exhibitions are also organized regularly. You will find all the necessary information on the City of Paris website. The Hôtel de Ville was built in 1357 by the architect Etienne Marcel. Centuries of metamorphoses ensued. The palace was redesigned many times and today adopts the neo-Renaissance style that it has been known for since 1874, thanks to the plans of Edouard Depertes and Théodore Ballu (architect of the Trinity Church). The building had indeed needed major work following a fire caused during the Paris Commune in 1871 which devastated the Town Hall and caused the loss of many manuscripts and municipal documents. Every year, at Christmas time, an ice rink is set up on the square until about March, and welcomes visitors for free (only skates are for rent at €5), from 9am to 10pm. You can also have fun all year round on the Carousel of the square, for young and old! To access it, get off at Hôtel de Ville station on metro line 1. Address: Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004. The Carnavalet Museum The Carnavalet Museum will undoubtedly appeal to history lovers. Located on Rue des Francs Bourgeois, this museum traces the history of the city of Paris. It is composed of two private mansions containing many paintings and objects from the history of France. Its fame is such that it was inhabited by the Marquise de Sévigné, who also gives her name to the street where the hotel is located. Its Renaissance-style architecture testifies to its past. Built in the 16th century and listed as a historic monument in its entirety in 1846, the Hôtel Carnavalet is one of the oldest private hotels in the Marais. The residence was transformed into a museum during the 19th century and houses the remains of our era. From prehistory to modern times, discover the hundred reconstructed rooms that will guide you through the centuries. To access it, get off at Saint-Paul station on metro line 1. Take Rue de Sévigné, then left onto Rue des Francs Bourgeois. Address: 16, rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75003. The Historical Library of the City Opposite the museum, you will find the Historical Library of the City of Paris. A public library specializing in the history of Paris and the Ile-de-France, it is located in the Hôtel d'Angoulême-Lamoignon on the corner of Rue Pavée and Rue des Francs Bourgeois. This private mansion, classified as a historical monument in 1937, contains manuscripts and documents on the history of Paris. Inaugurated in 1763 as a public library, it officially became the Library of the City of Paris in 1804. It extends from Place des Vosges to the intersection of Rue Rambuteau and Rue des Archives. To access it, get off at Saint-Paul station on metro line 1. Take Rue de Sévigné, then left onto Rue des Francs Bourgeois. Address: 24, rue Pavée, 75004. Rue des Rosiers When leaving the Historical Library of the City of Paris, we advise you to take Rue des Rosiers which crosses Rue Pavée. In addition to being a good shopping address, this street is the heart of the Jewish quarter located in the Marais. Most Jewish residents are descendants of Eastern European Jews, a community that is particularly established and active in the Marais. In addition, Rue des Rosiers is home to many restaurants whose specialties are falafels, chickpea or bean fritters and often enjoyed in a sandwich with many raw vegetables. Nevertheless, we advise you to arm yourself with patience before facing the lunchtime rush because the falafels on Rue des Rosiers are very famous and appreciated by both locals and tourists. We particularly recommend two addresses: L'As du Falafel and Chez Marianne, two tiny restaurants that offer varied menus to eat on the spot or to take away. The Addresses: L'As du Falafel: 32-34, rue des Rosiers, Paris 4th arrondissement. Chez Marianne: 2, rue des Hospitalières Saint Gervais (10 meters from the end of Rue des Rosiers), Paris 4th. The Epicenter of the Gay Community The Marais is also the epicenter of the Parisian gay community. Many bars, shops and restaurants are grouped around Rue Saint Croix de la Bretonnerie and Rue des Archives. We suggest you visit the neighborhood in summer and, more particularly, during the Gay Pride which animates these few streets already very lively as a normal. Indeed, along Rue Saint-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie and Rue des Archives, there are many gay bars and clubs such as Free DJ, a club that offers many themed evenings for those who want to party until the end of the night or the very trendy Cox, a bar with a calmer but nevertheless warm atmosphere. You can also enjoy the many gay or gay-friendly shops that sometimes offer very… bold products like Le Gay Choc, a bakery that offers a wide choice of pastries in various and rather original forms, reserved only for the less prudish of our readers. Also discover the very first gay bookstore in the capital: Les Mots à la Bouche, an institution in the neighborhood that offers a wide variety of books and is particularly specialized in homosexual literature. The Addresses: Free DJ: 35, rue Saint Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris 4th. Le Gay Choc: 45, rue Sainte Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris 4th. Le Cox: 15, rue des Archives, Paris 4th. Les Mots à la Bouche: 6, rue Sainte Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris 4th. Rue de Rivoli World-famous, Rue de Rivoli winds through Paris and extends from the 4th arrondissement from Rue Sévigné in the Marais, to the 1st arrondissement to Place de la Concorde over a total length of 3 km. Starting from the Concorde, you can admire the Tuileries Garden and the Orangerie up to the Louvre on your right. On the left, the arcades house small shops, bars and restaurants up to the shops of the Marais. You'll find all styles and prices. The most chic and expensive shops are at the top of the street, at the Concorde and the Louvre. But at Châtelet, you will find major brands such as Zara, Mango, Stradivarius, H&M, Etam, Forever 21 and many more. Saint Jacques Tower Tour Saint Jacques and the city theater Mbzt / Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons 3.0 Across the street, you can see the Tour Saint Jacques. Classified as a historic monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is located in the Square de la Tour Saint Jacques, on the edge of the street, in the Saint-Merry district (the same district where the Centre George Pompidou is located). Today, it is the only remaining element of the church of the same name. To get there, you can take lines 1, 7, 8, 11, and 12, at Bastille, Saint-Paul, Hôtel de Ville, Châtelet, Louvre-Rivoli, Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre, Tuileries, Concorde stations. Chic and trendy boutiques For this end of the article, we have gathered for you the chic and trendy shops that we recommend you visit during your stay in the Marais. From chic to thrift stores, find your happiness in these lines... American Apparel: 123, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. Les Petites: 98, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. The Kooples: 106, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. American Vintage: 113, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. Zadig&Voltaire: 118, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. Diwali: 26, rue du Temple, Paris 4th. Freep'star: 8, rue Sainte Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris 4th. Lacoste: 29, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. Maje: 49, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3rd. Sandro: 50, rue Vieille Du Temple, Paris 3ème; 26, rue de Sévigné, Paris 4ème. Kusmi Tea: 56, rue des Rosiers, Paris 4th. Ba&sh: 22, rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris 3rd. Comptoir des Cotonniers: 33, rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris 4th. Princesse Tam-Tam: 29, rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris 4th. Guerlain: 10, rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris 3rd. Dammann Frères: 15, Place des Vosges, Paris 3rd. Noir Kennedy: 22, Rue du Roi de Sicile. Le Temps des Cerises: 7, rue des Rosiers, Paris 4th. Boutique KOOKAÏ: 8, rue des Rosiers, Paris 4th. As well as some art galleries: Galerie Yvon-Lambert: 108, rue Vieille-Du-Temple, Paris 3rd. Art Génération: 67, rue de la Verrerie, Paris 4th. Galerie Perrotin: 76, rue de Turenne, Paris 3rd. La Galerie d'Architecture: 11, Rue des Blancs Manteaux, Paris 4th. Registration Details Exempt - hotel-type listing