From Saint-Honoré to Place Vendôme, this district of Paris is internationally renowned. It has everything to please visiting tourists, with its many luxury addresses and boutiques set alongside buildings of typically Parisian architecture.
If you fancy a stroll through the neighborhood, then get your wallet ready, because whether it's pastry shops, tearooms, restaurants or boutiques, you're going to need to have your wallet well hung to indulge yourself on this side of Paris. But the corner of Rue Saint-Honoré and Place Vendôme is also a place steeped inParisian history, which we also suggest you discover, and which won't cost you a penny.
Let's head for this trendy district that perfectly represents luxury à la française. Follow the guide!
History of Place Vendôme
Before it became the luxurious square we know today, Place Vendôme was a resolutely political place. And the beautiful Vendôme column wasn't always in place... Here's a look back at the square's eventful history. [Read more]
Atelier MÄHLER celebrates its 10th anniversary with a unique treasure hunt in Paris!
Sponsored - To mark its 10ᵉ anniversary, the Atelier MÄHLER, house of exceptional jewelry, is organizing a great treasure hunt through Paris. A unique journey mixing history, architecture and adventure, with an exceptional jewel at the key. Are you up for the challenge? Visit the Atelier Mähler instagram account to follow the monthly enigmas. [Read more]
Restaurants in the Saint-Honoré district and Place Vendôme, our top addresses
Here you'll find the best restaurants in the Saint-Honoré and Place Vendôme districts to stop at during your walk around the area. [Read more]
Le Goûter givré at Le Meurice: Cédric Grolet's frozen fruit under the palace's gilded roof
When Paris burns, Le Meurice refreshes. This summer, the palace's frosty snack takes up residence under the gilding of the Le Dalí restaurant, orchestrated by Cédric Grolet and François Deshayes. Sculpted fruit, homemade ice creams and trompe-l'œil sweets make up an icy interlude to be savored far from the heatwave, from July 1 to August 31, 2025. [Read more]
Le Ritz Paris Le Comptoir by François Perret, now with 2 locations in Paris, including one on the Left Bank
Ritz Paris Le Comptoir is François Perret's signature patisserie-tea room, now on rue Cambon and rue de Sèvres. Two Parisian addresses for a sweet, chic and generous interlude, between elongated croissants, madeleines, original éclairs and pastry drinks. [Read more]
Frida, the artistic and bucolic restaurant at the Maison Barrière Vendôme hotel
The 5* Maison Barrière Vendôme boutique hotel has a well-kept secret: its Frida restaurant, set in a charming, leafy patio far from the noise of the city. [Read more]
Mylo Levin brilliantly takes over Burgundy's Michelin-starred Baudelaire restaurant
The Michelin-starred Le Baudelaire restaurant in the heart of Burgundy Paris opens a new gastronomic chapter with Mylo Levin, newly appointed Executive Chef. Having worked in the kitchens of Le Meurice and Restaurant Papillon, he brings a generous, refined culinary vision to the table, where the product remains at the center of the plate. [Read more]
Saint Laurent opens Sushi Park, an upscale Japanese restaurant in its Rive Droite boutique
Saint Laurent inaugurates Sushi Park Paris, the iconic Los Angeles Japanese restaurant, in the basement of its Rive Droite boutique from February 21, 2025. This new address at the crossroads of Japanese gastronomy and fashion offers an exclusive omakase experience, imagined by chef Peter Park, from Tuesday to Saturday. [Read more]
Le Dali, Le Meurice's elegant gourmet restaurant, serving fine French cuisine
In the heart of the Le Meurice palace, the Le Dali restaurant, with its imposing Philippe Starck decor, invites you to relax and indulge, without the fuss. Chef Clémentine Bouchon unveils seasonal French cuisine, with a sprinkling of classic French dishes, ending with a farandole of pastries by chef Cédric Grolet. [Read more]
On Restaurant, Linda Lee's contemporary Korean barbecue on rue Saint-Roch
Already behind On the Bab and MariMari, Linda Lee opens On Restaurant on rue Saint-Roch, a Korean barbecue in a contemporary setting. [Read more]
L'Émil, the authentic Parisian brasserie Paris 1er
We're off to Paris's 1st arrondissement to discover Brasserie Émil, a typical Parisian restaurant with an art deco decor, which treats us all day long to delicious French dishes. [Read more]
EBIS: a restaurant where Taiwan and Japan meet
Sponsored - Discover Ebis, an Asian restaurant offering cuisine inspired by Taiwanese and Japanese specialties.
Reserve your table now to discover this restaurant in the 1st arrondissement. [Read more]
Manufacture Cluizel: Discover the Chocolaterie and its Secrets of Premier Cru Cocoa
Discover Manufacture Cluizel, a family-run chocolate factory for 70 years, working with first-growth cocoa. [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Hotels, inns and accommodation in the district
Looking for a place to stay in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Here are the addresses of hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in the district. [Read more]
Maison Barrière Vendôme, the confidential 5-star boutique hotel in the heart of Paris
Maison Barrière Vendôme, the latest jewel in the Barrière Group's crown, opens its doors in one of the capital's most prestigious districts. Situated between Place Vendôme and the Jardins des Tuileries, this 5-star hotel is distinguished by its intimacy and elegance, offering 26 rooms, suites and apartments in a reinvented private mansion. [Read more]
Château Voltaire: an intimate hotel in the heart of Paris's 1st arrondissement
The Château Voltaire, nestled at 55 rue Saint-Roch, between the Opéra Garnier and the Jardin des Tuileries, epitomizes a discreet, refined 5-star hotel. Designed by Zadig & Voltaire founder Thierry Gillier, and sublimated by architectural duo Festen, this establishment blends the historic charm of three buildings from the XVIIᵉ and XVIIIᵉ centuries with elegant modernity. [Read more]
Chopard's Hotel 1, Place Vendôme, a showcase of luxury in the heart of Paris
Hotel 1, Place Vendôme, from the luxury jewelry house Chopard, offers a luxurious experience with its 5 rooms and 10 suites, where every detail celebrates French craftsmanship and heritage. Located on the edge of Paris's most prestigious square, this intimate and exclusive setting conceals wonderful treasures such as an exotic winter garden, a library and a cigar lounge, immersing guests in a privileged and exceptional atmosphere, the height of Parisian refinement. [Read more]
Le Burgundy Paris, a confidential and elegant 5-star hotel
The Burgundy Paris, a confidential hotel appreciated by fashion and taste enthusiasts, unveils its suites, each in the contemporary chic style that characterizes this address. We present them to you... [Read more]
Ritz Paris, the chic 5-star hotel on Place Vendôme
The Ritz, the famous Parisian hotel on Place Vendôme, unveils its magnificent suites, great restaurants, club and wellness area. [Read more]
La Tamise, the 4* boutique hotel a stone's throw from the Tuileries
La Tamise, a former hotel of the capital, reveals its cosy atmosphere. This charming establishment awaits families and tourists in the enchanting setting of a 19th-century mansion, between the Tuileries Gardens and Rue Saint-Honoré. [Read more]
Mandarin Oriental, the palace on the edge of the Tuileries Gardens and Place Vendôme
The Mandarin Oriental, with its spa, restaurants and luxurious rooms, is just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme and the Tuileries. [Read more]
Maison Diptyque Paris: boutique - immersive art gallery and creative workshops dedicated to perfume
Diptyque opens the doors to Maison Diptyque, a unique concept store in Paris, halfway between boutique and art gallery. In the refined setting of a 400m2 Parisian aesthete's apartment, each room depicts a facet of the brand's universe, from the library to the garden, including a museum space and an ephemeral gallery exhibiting the most fashionable artists. The address also offers creative workshops, artistic encounters and plenty of other surprises... [Read more]
Mad Lords: the hidden jewelry concept store
The Mad Lords concept store is a place you have to know to find. And once you're inside, it's hard to leave. [Read more]
Jovoy Paris, a showcase for rare perfumes in the Place Vendôme district
Just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme, Jovoy Paris has established itself as a benchmark address in the world of Haute Parfumerie. [Read more]
Outcore: lagree courses on micro reformer in the heart of Paris
Calling all fans of low-impact sports! Nestled in the center of Paris, the Outcore gym offers micro lagree classes for beginners and advanced alike. Mind you, just because the machines are smaller doesn't mean the class is any less challenging... [Read more]
Le Grand Soin Hydrafacial by Spa Valmont for Le Meurice: deep cleansing and divine massage
At Le Meurice, beauty becomes an art. With the Grand Soin Hydrafacial at Maison Valmont, the palace's spa, in just 90 minutes your skin is transformed by the magical combination of cutting-edge technology and anti-aging expertise. [Read more]
Relaxation at the Burgundy: between Spa and gastronomy with tapas and a starred menu
Le Burgundy offers a unique combination of relaxation at Spa Le Burgundy by Sothys and gastronomic excellence with chefs Anthony Denon and Léandre Vivier at Le Baudelaire. Discover the "parenthèse étoilée", the "Splunch" and the "apéro détente" for a moment of pure bliss. [Read more]
Thursday appointments: gourmet evenings and DJ sets at Restaurant Le Dalí, Hôtel Le Meurice
In the heart of the prestigious Le Meurice hotel, Restaurant Le Dalí transforms itself every Thursday evening into a new temple of Parisian nightlife. From 8pm onwards, renowned DJs breathe electrifying energy into this new weekly rendezvous, matching cocktails and "gastro-tapas". [Read more]
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What to do in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Ideas for outings & good addresses
Located right in the historic heart of the capital, the 1st arrondissement of Paris brings together some of the finest jewels of the City of Light. Between the Louvre Museum, the banks of the Seine, Place Vendôme, the Halles district, the Samaritaine and the emblematic Tuileries Gardens bordered by the Rue de Rivoli, it's time to conquer the good addresses and superb ideas for outings that await us at the moment. [Read more]
Enjoy your visit to Place Vendôme!
What to do in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Ideas for outings & good addresses
