Not far from Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Montparnasse district has been known as the heart of Parisian artistic and intellectual life since the Roaring Twenties. Anecdotally, the district got its name from the local students who named it in the 17th century after Mount Parnassus, the home of the Muses in Greek mythology.
As early as the French Revolution, numerous cabarets and dance halls were set up in the streets of Montparnasse, but the district really took off in the 1920s with the arrival of numerous French and international artists. These included Picasso, Soutine, Cézanne, Foujita, Apollinaire, Modigliani, Brancusi, Man Ray and Georges Braque. Still a wasteland, the district offered inexpensive workshops!
Although Montparnasse has changed its face, some of these historic addresses are still open today, such as La Closerie des Lilas, La Coupole and Le Dôme. Montparnasse is a great place to live, to learn thanks to the many museums, and to relax in one of the many independent cinemas or in the parks and gardens.
To discover the best places to go in Montparnasse, follow the guide!
The Tour Montparnasse, a 360° view of Paris
The rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse and its open-air terrace offer an impressive view of Paris and its monuments from 210 meters above ground. [Read more]
Notre-Dame-du-Travail church and its incredible metal structure
Built at the beginning of the 20th century to welcome the faithful workers of the 14th arrondissement, the Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Travail reveals a breathtaking structure of iron and steel. [Read more]
A little tour of the Montparnasse Cemetery
The Montparnasse cemetery is the final resting place of many famous personalities, and a stroll through it is a free and instructive pleasure. [Read more]
Did you know? A tomb in the Montparnasse cemetery is covered with metro tickets.
It's not just the Père-Lachaise cemetery that's packed with unusual tombs in Paris - the Montparnasse cemetery, in the 14th arrondissement, also has its share of curiosities! Here are three original graves not to be missed during your visit. [Read more]
The Fellah Fountain
What an astonishing fountain the Fellah is. Located on rue de Sèvres, this beautiful fountain was built in neo-Egyptian style in 1806, to designs by François-Jean Bralle. The Egyptian statue, by Jean-François Gechter, represents Antinous, Emperor Hadrian's favorite. It is a copy of a statue discovered in 1739 in the emperor's villa and since preserved in the Vatican.
History fact, October 22 in Paris: dramatic rail accident at the Montparnasse railway station
On October 22, 1895, a dramatic rail accident occurred at the Montparnasse railway station. The Paris-Granville train could not brake in time and ends us down the railway station which façade is mostly destroyed because of the violence of the impact. [Read more]
The Coulée Verte du Sud Parisien, a bucolic bicycle path from Paris to Massy
Far from the capital's traditional intramural cycle paths, which turn out to be veritable two-wheeled freeways, the Coulée Verte in southern Paris offers a beautiful itinerary, accessible to beginners and children alike. [Read more]
Fête de la Bretagne 2024 in the 14th arrondissement of Paris: the program
The Fête de la Bretagne returns to the 14th arrondissement of Paris from Friday, May 17 to Saturday, May 25, 2024. For over a week, the Mission bretonne will be offering a wide range of events in the various districts of the 14th arrondissement: music, dance, cinema, storytelling and gastronomy... Something for everyone. Here's the program! [Read more]
Montparnasse's restaurants, our best addresses
Strolling through the Montparnasse district to shop, go to the theater or climb to the top of its tower, it all whets the appetite. Here are our top Montparnasse restaurants! [Read more]
Restaurants in the Gare Montparnasse area, our best addresses
Looking for a restaurant in the Gare Montparnasse district? Here are our best addresses and tips! [Read more]
Literary and artistic Paris: mythical restaurants and cafés, historic addresses
Immerse yourself in the Paris of yesteryear, discovering the mythical and historic restaurants, bistros and cafés where artists, authors and intellectuals met. [Read more]
Le Tout le Monde en Parle, a festive restaurant every day in Montparnasse!
Sponsored - At the foot of the famous Tour Montparnasse, Le Tout le Monde en Parle offers unique festive dinners every day, with close-up magicians, singers and DJs until 5am! [Read more]
Maison Ambre, Moroccan canteen and tea room with home-made pastries, brunch and Ftour menu
Maison Ambre is the name of this canteen, tea room and pastry shop in the 15th arrondissement, just a stone's throw from Gare Montparnasse. Bowls to compose, tagine and pastries of the day await you. [Read more]
Binchotan, the globe-trotting restaurant for charcoal cuisine in Paris
Le Binchotan is the gourmet haunt that awaits you in the Montparnasse district of Paris' 14th arrondissement. Here, an invitation to travel awaits you, with gourmet plates with exotic accents and charcoal cuisine that should delight lovers of smoky flavors, all for good value! [Read more]
Sunday brunch at Umami Burger, with children's entertainment and all-you-can-eat buffet
Every Sunday, the whole of Paris meets up for the sacrosanct weekend rendezvous: brunch. If you're a family with children, we prefer brunchers who offer entertainment for the youngest members of the family, so you can enjoy a family morning that's just right for everyone! [Read more]
MISU in Paris: a tasty plunge into traditional Korean cuisine
Nestled in a discreet street in the 15th arrondissement, MISU restaurant delights lovers of Korean flavors with delicious dishes presented in the traditional 'bansang' style. Let's take a look at this restaurant, which honors authentic Korean cuisine in a resolutely modern style. [Read more]
I Grappoli, the Italian restaurant for summer and winter alike
I Grappoli is the name of the new Italian trattoria on Place Denfert-Rochereau in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, which delights lovers of fresh pasta and wood-fired pizzas. With its lovely terrace, antispastis and aperitivo mode, it's a great place to sit when the sun is out. [Read more]
Restaurant Pois Chic: some of the best hummus in Paris!
Sponsored - Delicious, healthy, moderately priced and just a stone's throw from Montparnasse, the Poic Chic restaurant offers some of the best hummus in Paris, accompanied by succulent meats, seafood or vegetables. A gourmet haven for carnivores and a rare gastronomic gem for vegetarians and vegans. [Read more]
Villa M's gourmet healthy brunch with children's entertainment, in the 15th arrondissement
Looking for your favorite family brunch spot? This Sunday, head to Villa M, the trendy hotel and restaurant in the 15th arrondissement. An all-you-can-eat buffet and children's entertainment await you for a gentle Sunday. [Read more]
Mosugo, African street food and fried chicken burgers by Mory Sacko
Gone are the white tablecloths and silver cutlery of his Michelin-starred restaurant; at Mosugo, Mory Sacko dabbles in street-food and fried chicken. [Read more]
Rhodia, the café-restaurant of the Bourdelle Museum arrives
The Bourdelle Museum reopens its doors after several months of work, and unveils a new café-restaurant to be discovered as of March 28, 2023, within the former workshops of the famous sculptor. Named Le Rhodia in homage to Antoine Bourdelle's daughter, this spot promises an original and comforting menu, inspired by the artist's life. [Read more]
The Musée de la Libération de Paris, a visit to the heart of the Resistance
Lovers of contemporary history will be delighted by the new Musée de la Libération de Paris - Musée du Général Leclerc - Musée Jean Moulin. Inaugurated in August 2019, it brings together works and other historical documents from the Musée du Général Leclerc, originally located above the Gare Montparnasse, as well as from Antoinette Sasse and the Fondation du Maréchal Leclerc de Hauteclocque. [Read more]
The Giacometti Institute in Montparnasse
It's official! The Alberto Giacometti Institute awaits you in the beautiful Montparnasse district. Over 350 m² dedicated to his work, in a recreation of his studio, and temporary exhibitions to discover all year round... We say yes! [Read more]
The Musée de la Poste, to delve into the history of French post office boxes in Paris
The Musée de la Poste, located in the Montparnasse district of Paris, is one of those museums where you could spend hours discovering how mail was delivered 100 years ago, what stamps looked like, or even the job of a letter carrier. An original visit to learn all about our French post office, unique in Paris! [Read more]
The Musée Bourdelle, a free museum-workshop dedicated to the sculptor in Paris
The Musée Bourdelle, dedicated to the famous sculptor, awaits you in the 15th arrondissement, with an itinerary designed for adults and children alike. As an added bonus, there's a café-restaurant perfect for prolonging the visit. [Read more]
Tutankhamun, the 3000 m² Pharaonic immersive experience is extended in Paris
Tutankhamun, the Pharaonic immersive experience, unveils. We're off to experience a unique adventure, a playful escape game and a 3,000 m² exhibition in Paris, designed by the team behind the Ramses and Tutankhamun exhibitions at La Villette, until June 30, 2024. [Read more]
Is Paris burning? our photos from the film exhibition at the Musée de la Libération de Paris
The Musée de la Libération de Paris - Musée du Général Leclerc - Musée Jean Moulin invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled "Paris brûle-t-il? When cinema reinvents the Liberation", on view from March 27 to September 22, 2024. The exhibition takes a detailed look at the film's creative process and the questions it raises, just 20 years after the end of the war. [Read more]
Marathon, the messenger's race: the Olympic Games exhibition at the Musée de la Poste
Since the dawn of time, running has been used for practical purposes, and in particular as a message carrier, as the Musée de la Poste explains in its new exhibition, which will take place during the Olympic Games! [Read more]
Tutankhamun: a pharaonic immersive experience for the whole family
Enjoy an exceptional immersive experience, with family or friends, at the heart of the tomb of the most famous Pharaoh! Until April 28, 2024, take a trip back to the time of the Pharaohs at Galeries Montparnasse on weekends, vacations and bank holidays! [Read more]
Carnets de timbres dans l'air du temps, the original exhibition at the Musée de la Poste - our photos
The Musée de la Poste invites you to explore its world, with a new exhibition designed for philatelists... But not only! From January 31, 2024 to October 13, 2025, visit the Carnets de timbres dans l'air du temps exhibition. [Read more]
LEGO: The Art of the Brick, the exhibition returns to Montparnasse - our photos
LEGO fans, children at heart, discover Nathan Sawaya's incredible exhibition, The Art of the Brick, which is back in Paris, in Montparnasse to be precise, in the former Galeries Lafayette! This incredible exhibition features over 100 brick sculptures by Nathan Sawaya, on view from December 20, 2023 to at least March 3, 2024 (ticket sales to date). [Read more]
Les Galeries Montparnasse, the new cultural, events and festive venue
Galeries Montparnasse is the new cultural spot in Paris, opening its doors in place of the former Galeries Lafayette. The 10,000 m² space has been transformed to host exhibitions, festive events and more. We tell you all about it... [Read more]
L'Astrolabe: discover space in virtual reality at the headquarters of the European Space Agency
Have you always dreamed of visiting space? At the headquarters of the European Space Agency, a new space has just opened for the general public, allowing you to discover the ISS in virtual reality and learn more about what surrounds us! [Read more]
Les 7 Parnassiens: what films to see this week at this cinema in the Montparnasse district?
Les 7 Parnassiens is an independent, art house cinema located just 500 meters from the famous Montparnasse Tower. Receptions, art gallery, screenings... Discover this cinema's 7 screens. [Read more]
Imprévisible, a magic and mentalism show at Théâtre Edgar
"Imprévisible" is the new show by magician Bertrand Gilles, playing at the Théâtre Edgar. The show, which runs from May 15 to July 21, is sure to surprise you. [Read more]
Clôture de l'amour, the play returns to Théâtre 14 from April 23 to May 4
"Clôture de l'amour" features two protagonists in the process of breaking up, playing at Théâtre 14 from April 23 to May 4, 2024. The play's special feature: the text is written in two long tirades. Premiered at the Avignon Festival in 2011, the play has been translated into 26 foreign editions and performed in 13 countries. [Read more]
The Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP) returns to Paris from May 13 to 25 at Théâtre Bobino
The Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP) returns for a 9th edition in Paris, from May 13 to 25, 2024. The evenings will take place at the Théâtre Bobino, in the heart of the 14th arrondissement. [Read more]
Théâtre Bobino, the historic music hall in Paris's 14th arrondissement
The Théâtre Bobino, located in the heart of the 14th arrondissement, was originally a music hall, a genre born in 1848, representing singing tricks, comedy acts and sometimes attractions. Today, after years of history, the theater offers one-man shows, concerts, musicals and various showcases. [Read more]
Les Caramels Fous present Les Casse-Bonbons au pays des Enchantés at Grand Point Virgule in Paris
Les Caramels fous light up the Grand Point Virgule with their show "Les Casse-Bonbons au pays des Enchantés" from May 24 to June 16, 2024. [Read more]
Cocu, Kevin Levy's show on May 18 at La Gaîté-Montparnasse
Cocu is Kevin Levy's first one-man show. After touring France since September 2021, the comedian arrives at La Gaîté-Montparnasse on May 18, 2024. [Read more]
Théâtre de la Gaîté Montparnasse, a former café-concert venue
The Théâtre de la Gaité-Montparnasse is located in the Montparnasse district, in the 14th arrondissement. Inaugurated in 1868, the theater was originally a café-concert. [Read more]
La Maison du Loup: Immersion in the heart of Jack London's tumultuous life at the Théâtre Rive Gauche in Paris
Immerse yourself in the world of Jack London with "La Maison du Loup", until May 19, 2024 at the Théâtre Rive Gauche. [Read more]
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Blue Diamond, the interactive investigation at Grand point Virgule
Sherlock Holmes et l'aventure du diamant bleu, Christophe Delfort's new interactive adaptation, runs at Théâtre du Grand Point Virgule until May 25, 2024. It's time to help Sherlock with his investigation! [Read more]
Mentalism à la parisienne, Fabrice Ferra's show in English
The show Mentalism à la parisienne, by international French mentalist Fabrice Ferra, is on at the Théâtre de la Comédie Italienne for 3 dates in English: March 30, April 16 and May 2. This professional can read your mind, influence your actions and even predict what you're going to do for the duration of a show. [Read more]
Mosaïcafé, the pretty, colorful spot to learn how to create a mosaic in DIY workshops
At Mosaïcafé, you'll spend two and a half hours in a timeless workshop, assembling your coloured earthenware pieces and giving life to the motif of your choice, to create a home-made decoration! [Read more]
Hazar and Co., the inspired and inspiring concept store in Paris 14th
The Hazar and Co. fashion and accessories boutique-workshop, is exceptionally open every day during the holidays, until December 24, 2018. This is your chance to go hunting for the last few Christmas gifts! [Read more]
Pari Roller, the free night ride to discover Paris on rollerblades
Every Friday evening of the year, take advantage of the Pari Roller event to discover the city of Paris in a different way, thanks to a totally free night stroll, on rollerblades, scooter or bike! [Read more]
Sanamente, the wellness center for cell regeneration with photobiomodulation
Thanks to photobiomodulation, take a little break and do your body some good, during a session at Sanamente. Physical recovery, anti-aging effects, pain relief - you'll be back on top form! [Read more]
Arkose Didot, the 14th district's climbing gym, an eco-responsible place to live
Between the Porte d'Orléans and Vanves, in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, Arkose is inaugurating its new Didot space. An eco-responsible and hybrid living space, with an 830 m2 blockpark surrounded by a real urban jungle. Perfect for forgetting about the dullness of Paris! [Read more]
Family tip: a weekend of Olympic activities for children at the Musée Bourdelle
This Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, 2024, the Bourdelle Museum is opening its doors to young and old free of charge, all day long, so that they can discover its routes for the little ones and enjoy some great fun activities during their family visit. Are we going? [Read more]
Children's entertainment and family brunch every weekend at the Foodcourt Food Society
Every Saturday and Sunday, Food Society, the Ateliers Gaité foodcourt in the 14th arrondissement, offers a program designed especially for families, with a kids' corner where you can take part in a wide range of activities, and a family brunch. [Read more]
Le Bossu de Notre-Dame, a family show at Gaité Montparnasse until May 5, 2024
Le Bossu de Notre-Dame, a show based on Victor Hugo's book Notre-Dame de Paris and adapted by Olivier Solivérès, is presented at the Théâtre de la Gaité Montparnasse until May 5, 2024. Come and discover a refreshing show combining humor, love and beautiful songs, nominated for the Molière du jeune public in 2017, that will delight the hearts of young and old alike. [Read more]
Reopening of the Bourdelle Museum: the current workshops for children
It's all new and beautiful: the Bourdelle Museum has just reopened its doors on March 15, 2023, after nearly two years of work. What if we went to discover it with the children around a playful and creative workshop? [Read more]
Rejoué, the solidarity toy store in the 14th district
Are you looking for a good plan to buy toys for less? Go to Rejoué, the solidarity store that sells refurbished toys at very low prices. [Read more]
Place Edgard Quinet
If you're taking metro line 6 to Montparnasse, getting off at Edgar Quinet station is a good idea. It will enable you to avoid the monstrous flow of traffic that animates Montparnasse-Bienvenue. You'll also have the opportunity to discover the charming Place Edgar Quinet. It's always a lively place, with its many bars and restaurants. What's more, if you're feeling peckish, the Breton crêperies are just around the corner!
Le Rooftop de la Villa M, restaurant and terrace bar
Looking for the best rooftop terraces in Paris? The Rooftop de la Villa M, in the 15th arrondissement, opens its relaxing oasis from April to September. How about a bit of height? [Read more]
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