1st Arrondissement Travel Guide

Paris
1st Arrondissement
Few urban districts in Europe have a higher concentration of artistic masterpieces and breathtaking architecture than this neighbourhood.

Visit stunning palaces and superb museums, pass long afternoons in lush gardens and view incredible artwork from Monet, Michelangelo and da Vinci, all within the bounds of Paris’s 1st Arrondissement.

In the heart of Paris on the northern banks of the Seine River, the 1st Arrondissement is easy and enjoyable to explore on foot. Most sites are within a short walk of each other. Stroll through sprawling gardens and scenic narrow streets.

Escape the crowds of busy Châtelet metro station and walk for 10 minutes northwest to the Louvre Museum. Inside a lavish 12th-century palace, the collection consists of approximately 35,000 pieces. You won’t see it all in a day, so do advance planning to be sure you locate your favourites. Find masters by Rembrandt, Michelangelo and of course the Mona Lisa by da Vinci. The gallery is open every day except Tuesday. Enter through the 69-foot-tall (21-metre) glass pyramid.

Follow a morning inside with a walk enjoying the fresh, fragrant air of Jardin des Tuileries that neighbours the Louvre. As well as beautiful arrangements of tulips and roses, see sculptures here by Rodin and Giacometti. Continue on to reach the Musée de l’Orangerie. The highlight of this old gallery is a set of water lily paintings by Claude Monet. A funfair comes to the park during the Fête des Tuileries in July and August each year. Race on bumper cars and play games of skill.

Positioned in the centre of the 1st Arrondissement, Le Palais Royal is another grand site. Home to Louis XIV in his youth, this 17th-century neoclassical palace conceals an internal garden of bright flowers and shimmering fountains.

Enjoy an excellent choice of cuisine here whether you shop at the diverse fresh food stalls at Rue Montorgueil or indulge in one of the many fine-dining restaurants. In spite of the prime position of the 1st Arrondissement, you can expect to find a range of hotels perfect for all budgets.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement

Hotel Odyssey
Hotel Odyssey
3 out of 5
19 Rue Herold, Paris, Paris
The price is ₹13,631 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹13,631
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (785 reviews)
Staff Couldn’t have been Friendlier!
"This hotel was in a wonderful location, five minutes from the Louvre! The rooms are small, but the service is enormous. The front desk staff couldn’t have been friendlier. They made restaurant suggestions, reservations for us, and reserved a taxi for us. They helped us map out the city and gave even ..."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2024

Hotel Odyssey
Novotel Paris Les Halles
Novotel Paris Les Halles
4 out of 5
8 Place Marguerite De Navarre, Paris, Paris
The price is ₹25,871 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹25,871
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Choose Novotel Les Halles for a Le Marais stay!
"Exceptional front desk staff! Hotel is modern, larger-than-expected room size. Very clean and they were very accommodating for special requests. Did not eat at the hotel."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Novotel Paris Les Halles
Hotel Duminy Vendome
Hotel Duminy Vendome
4 out of 5
3 Rue du Mont Thabor, Paris, Paris
The price is ₹25,730 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹25,730
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (356 reviews)
"the hotel was nice and clean. super close to everything. the only negative is that there was a lot of construction around the area due to the Olympics but it was not the Hotels fault. The breakfast was great and the service was amazing!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Hotel Duminy Vendome
Ritz Paris
Ritz Paris
5 out of 5
15 Place Vendôme, Paris
The price is ₹163,740 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹163,740
per night
12 May - 13 May
Our guests praise the room service in their reviews.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
"The best service of my life"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Ritz Paris
Citadines Les Halles Paris
Citadines Les Halles Paris
4 out of 5
4 Rue Des Innocents, Paris, Paris
The price is ₹15,555 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹15,555
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,501 reviews)
"Active construction was the only issue this visit. Will be excellent once renovations are done because it is indeed the prefect location. Newly renovated suite was very nice."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Citadines Les Halles Paris
The Westin Paris - Vendôme
The Westin Paris - Vendôme
4 out of 5
3 Rue De Castiglione, Paris, Paris
The price is ₹39,543 per night from 14 May to 15 May
₹39,543
per night
14 May - 15 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"I had a very nice room with Eiffel Tower views. The staff was great. If only the breakfast room was more bright to start the day off right, and a lot more on the buffet to choose from. Overall nice hotel."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

The Westin Paris - Vendôme
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Other neighbourhoods around 1st 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
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
7th Arrondissement featuring street scenes and a city

Faubourg Saint-Germain

While you're in Faubourg Saint-Germain, take in top sights like Eiffel Tower or Orsay Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rue du Bac Station or Solferino Station.

Faubourg Saint-Germain
9th Arrondissement which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

9th Arrondissement

4.5/5(458 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in 9th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Palais Garnier and Folies Bergere, and jump on the metro at Notre-Dame-de-Lorette Station or Le Peletier Station to see more of the city.

9th Arrondissement
Les Invalides which includes heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a large group of people

7th Arrondissement

4.5/5(240 area reviews)

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

7th Arrondissement
8th Arrondissement which includes a monument and street scenes

8th Arrondissement

4.5/5(411 area reviews)

Travellers love 8th Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Saint-Philippe du Roule Station or Miromesnil Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.

8th Arrondissement


1st Arrondissement Travel Guide