What to do in the Concorde - la Madeleine district: Our tips and best addresses

Published by Manon de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on January 30th, 2024 at 11:20 a.m.
On the lookout for good addresses near Place de la Concorde or Eglise de la Madeleine? Discover the best places in the area!

In Paris, the area stretching from Concorde to Madeleine and beyond is steeped in history. On the famous Place de la Concorde stands theLuxor Obelisk and the magnificent Mers et des Fleuves fountains, while at the end of the Rue Royale, a few steps away, the imposing Église de la Madeleine sits proudly.

All around, luxury boutiques and refined addresses abound, as do museums and restaurants of all kinds, promising good moments of regalement as a guide to a short break during your stroll. This glittering district is a veritable standard-bearer for French luxury, but is also rich in traces of the capital's past.

To make the most of the Concorde and Madeleine districts and discover all their hidden secrets, follow the guide. We guarantee you won't be bored for a second!

Where to go out in the Concorde and Madeleine districts, our top tips and best addresses:

  • Discover the history of the district

Exposition à La Chapelle Expiatoire : Le seul homme de la famille, la duchesse et le duc d'Angoulême -  A7C1133 2Exposition à La Chapelle Expiatoire : Le seul homme de la famille, la duchesse et le duc d'Angoulême -  A7C1133 2Exposition à La Chapelle Expiatoire : Le seul homme de la famille, la duchesse et le duc d'Angoulême -  A7C1133 2Exposition à La Chapelle Expiatoire : Le seul homme de la famille, la duchesse et le duc d'Angoulême -  A7C1133 2 The Chapelle Expiatoire in Paris, the monument erected in memory of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette
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Histoire du Pont Alexandre III Histoire du Pont Alexandre III Histoire du Pont Alexandre III Histoire du Pont Alexandre III History of the Alexander III Bridge
The Pont Alexandre III is one of the most legendary bridges in Paris, thanks to its architecture, its proximity to the Invalides, the Grand Palais and the Petit Palais, and its unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]

Histoire de la Place de la ConcordeHistoire de la Place de la ConcordeHistoire de la Place de la ConcordeHistoire de la Place de la Concorde History of the Place de la Concorde
The Place de la Concorde is the capital's largest square. It was here, at the start of the Champs-Elysées, that Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette were guillotined. Today, it is one of the most famous squares in Paris, and its famous golden-tipped obelisk still dominates the city. [Read more]

Base de données LaurentPBase de données LaurentPBase de données LaurentPBase de données LaurentP The Obélisque de la Concorde, a historical treasure just a stone's throw from the Louvre
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L'Eglise de la Madeleine, étonnante et impressionnante L'Eglise de la Madeleine, étonnante et impressionnante L'Eglise de la Madeleine, étonnante et impressionnante L'Eglise de la Madeleine, étonnante et impressionnante The Church of the Madeleine, stunning and impressive
The Eglise de la Madeleine as we know it today is the one Napoleon I imagined. Except that, at the time, the building was not intended to be a church, but a Temple of Glory dedicated to the Grande Armée. Its Greco-Roman architecture remains fascinating to this day. [Read more]

Aux Tortues, la façade historique classée - Paul -  A7C6962Aux Tortues, la façade historique classée - Paul -  A7C6962Aux Tortues, la façade historique classée - Paul -  A7C6962Aux Tortues, la façade historique classée - Paul -  A7C6962 Did you know that? At the Tortues, why does the Paul Haussmann have an unusual façade?
Discover the history of the Maison Aux Tortues, a former store specializing in ivory and tortoiseshell objects, whose historic façade is now preserved by a branch of Paul's Bakery. [Read more]

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Que faire dans le quartier de la Concorde - la Madeleine : Nos bons plans et meilleures adressesQue faire dans le quartier de la Concorde - la Madeleine : Nos bons plans et meilleures adressesQue faire dans le quartier de la Concorde - la Madeleine : Nos bons plans et meilleures adressesQue faire dans le quartier de la Concorde - la Madeleine : Nos bons plans et meilleures adressesThe Fountain of the Seas and the Fountain of the Rivers
The two magnificent cast-iron fountains on Place de la Concorde, inspired by the fountains in St. Peter's Square in Rome, were installed by Jacques-Ignace Hittorf, at the instigation of King Louis Philippe 1st. On one side, the Fountain of the Seas, on the other, the Fountain of the Rivers. Both celebrate France's naval might at the time.


Une heure pour comprendre l’Europe !Une heure pour comprendre l’Europe !Une heure pour comprendre l’Europe !Une heure pour comprendre l’Europe ! Mini-conferences "One hour to understand Europe" at Europa Experience Paris, for free!
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Éphéméride du 25 octobre à Paris : Installation de l'Obélisque de Louxor sur la place de la ConcordeÉphéméride du 25 octobre à Paris : Installation de l'Obélisque de Louxor sur la place de la ConcordeÉphéméride du 25 octobre à Paris : Installation de l'Obélisque de Louxor sur la place de la ConcordeÉphéméride du 25 octobre à Paris : Installation de l'Obélisque de Louxor sur la place de la Concorde Ephemeris for October 25 in Paris: Installation of the Luxor Obelisk on Place de la Concorde
On October 25, 1836, the Luxor Obelisk was erected in the center of the Place de la Concorde by order of King Louis-Philippe. Offered to France by the Viceroy of Egypt as a token of goodwill, the monolith arrived in Paris in 1833 after an incredible epic voyage on the waves. [Read more]

Éphéméride : Ça s'est passé un 19 août, la Libération de ParisÉphéméride : Ça s'est passé un 19 août, la Libération de ParisÉphéméride : Ça s'est passé un 19 août, la Libération de ParisÉphéméride : Ça s'est passé un 19 août, la Libération de Paris Ephemeris of August 19 in Paris: The Liberation of Paris
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  • For a stroll

FIAC 2018 au Jardin des TuileriesFIAC 2018 au Jardin des TuileriesFIAC 2018 au Jardin des TuileriesFIAC 2018 au Jardin des Tuileries The Tuileries Gardens, the ideal place in Paris to go green
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The Champs-Elysées are reserved for pedestrians one Sunday a month. An opportunity to discover the most beautiful avenue in the world in a different way, and to take a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe without a car to spoil the picture. This Sunday, April 14, 2024, the Champs Elysées will be pedestrianized all day long! [Read more]

Visuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais de l'ElyséeVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais de l'ElyséeVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais de l'ElyséeVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais de l'Elysée Attend the changeover of the Garde Républicaine every first Tuesday of the month in front of the Élysée Palace.
A tradition abandoned 27 years ago is back this Tuesday, November 7, 2023. At 9 a.m., watch the free changing of the Republican Guard in front of the Élysée Palace, every first Tuesday of the month. [Read more]

  • To feast

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Nepita - Polpette de cochonNepita - Polpette de cochonNepita - Polpette de cochonNepita - Polpette de cochon Nepita, the Hotel Florida's Mediterranean restaurant, with a menu designed by Amandine Chaignot
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HasardHasardHasardHasard Hasard, the French bistro where you can eat, drink and... scratch
Hasard is set to open its doors in early April. A French bistro where you can eat, drink and try your luck at scratch cards. Rather... unusual. [Read more]

La Traboule - Ris de veau, combawaLa Traboule - Ris de veau, combawaLa Traboule - Ris de veau, combawaLa Traboule - Ris de veau, combawa La Traboule, a pocket bistronomic restaurant full of good ideas
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La Maison de la Truffe is the Paris boutique and restaurant where truffles reign supreme. A historic temple to the famous mushroom, it offers the very best in truffle-based products. We'll take you on a tour of its elegantly decorated restaurant. [Read more]

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Lafayette's is the name of Mory Sacko's new restaurant in Paris, which promises innovative fusion cuisine. Located at 8 rue d'Anjou, Paris 8e, this historic venue now comes alive with African and French influences, as well as a touch of American. [Read more]

Le Melville, club de jazz et restaurant raffiné dans le 8e - nos photos - image00176Le Melville, club de jazz et restaurant raffiné dans le 8e - nos photos - image00176Le Melville, club de jazz et restaurant raffiné dans le 8e - nos photos - image00176Le Melville, club de jazz et restaurant raffiné dans le 8e - nos photos - image00176 Le Melville: jazz club, bar and chic restaurant in the 8th arrondissement
Nestled on rue Jean Mermoz, in the 8th arrondissement, the Melville is an intimate yet friendly address, where you can enjoy live jazz concerts, cocktails and à la carte dishes every evening. [Read more]

La Chambre Bleue, le restaurant gastronomique par Dani Garcia à la Maison Delano ParisLa Chambre Bleue, le restaurant gastronomique par Dani Garcia à la Maison Delano ParisLa Chambre Bleue, le restaurant gastronomique par Dani Garcia à la Maison Delano ParisLa Chambre Bleue, le restaurant gastronomique par Dani Garcia à la Maison Delano Paris La Chambre Bleue, the gourmet restaurant by Dani Garcia at Maison Delano Paris
La Chambre Bleue is the name of this new gourmet restaurant by Dani Garcia, which opened its doors on April 1, 2023 in the new Maison Delano Paris hotel, housed in an 18th-century mansion. With a menu focusing on seafood, Spanish and Mediterranean dishes, as well as a Picasso-inspired wine and cocktail list, La Chambre Bleue awaits you for fine discoveries, all in a friendly, festive atmosphere. [Read more]

Le brunch à volonté des Jardins du Faubourg par Davide Pecorella -  A7C8594Le brunch à volonté des Jardins du Faubourg par Davide Pecorella -  A7C8594Le brunch à volonté des Jardins du Faubourg par Davide Pecorella -  A7C8594Le brunch à volonté des Jardins du Faubourg par Davide Pecorella -  A7C8594 Jardins du Faubourg's all-you-can-eat brunch, Italian style
Les Jardins du Faubourg relaunches its all-you-can-eat brunch under the tutelage of its new Italian Chef: Davide Pecorella. Head for Paris's 8th arrondissement, and take a seat under the luminous glass roof or on the lovely leafy terrace, for a truly relaxing, gourmet experience. [Read more]

Blossom - Canette rôtieBlossom - Canette rôtieBlossom - Canette rôtieBlossom - Canette rôtie Blossom, the peaceful, leafy garden restaurant of the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg hotel
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Rosy et Maria, le café - restaurant caché de la Maison Carita par Amandine Chaignot -  A7C6178Rosy et Maria, le café - restaurant caché de la Maison Carita par Amandine Chaignot -  A7C6178Rosy et Maria, le café - restaurant caché de la Maison Carita par Amandine Chaignot -  A7C6178Rosy et Maria, le café - restaurant caché de la Maison Carita par Amandine Chaignot -  A7C6178 Rosy & Maria, the confidential café-restaurant of the Maison de Beauté Carita by Amandine Chaignot
Did you know that a superb café-restaurant, orchestrated by Amandine Chaignot, hides within the Carita beauty salon on Faubourg Saint-Honoré? In a refined setting, you can enjoy fresh, inventive cuisine at any time of day. [Read more]

  • For culture

Europa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à ParisEuropa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à ParisEuropa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à ParisEuropa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à Paris Europa Expérience, an immersive exhibition on the European Union
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  • For entertainment

Dernier Coup de Ciseaux au théâtre des MathurinsDernier Coup de Ciseaux au théâtre des MathurinsDernier Coup de Ciseaux au théâtre des MathurinsDernier Coup de Ciseaux au théâtre des Mathurins Dernier Coup de Ciseaux, the renowned interactive play at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Dernier coup de ciseaux has been running almost non-stop since its release in 2011. Written by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, the interactive play runs at the Théâtre des Mathurins from March 19 to Saturday, July 13, 2024. [Read more]

Pour le Vendredi Saint, un concert international exceptionnel gratuit d'inauguration des matinales de La Madeleine Pour le Vendredi Saint, un concert international exceptionnel gratuit d'inauguration des matinales de La Madeleine Pour le Vendredi Saint, un concert international exceptionnel gratuit d'inauguration des matinales de La Madeleine Pour le Vendredi Saint, un concert international exceptionnel gratuit d'inauguration des matinales de La Madeleine For Good Friday, an exceptional free international concert at La Madeleine
To round off their extensive French tour, Chicago's Spirito Singers will be offering a concert of sacred music at the Église de la Madeleine on Good Friday, March 29 at 11am, inaugurating the "Les Matinales de La Madeleine" concert series. Come and listen to sung works by Fauré, Vivaldi, Raminsh and Paul French. Admission is free! [Read more]

"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend" par Clarisse Fontaine au Théâtre des Mathurins"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend" par Clarisse Fontaine au Théâtre des Mathurins"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend" par Clarisse Fontaine au Théâtre des Mathurins"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend" par Clarisse Fontaine au Théâtre des Mathurins "Cette petite musique que personne n'entend" by Clarisse Fontaine at Théâtre des Mathurins
"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend": a reflection on female resilience at the Théâtre des Mathurins, by Clarisse Fontaine and Joeystarr, from February 9 to April 12. [Read more]

 'Les Raisins de la Colère' de Steinbeck adapté pour la première fois au Théâtre Michel 'Les Raisins de la Colère' de Steinbeck adapté pour la première fois au Théâtre Michel 'Les Raisins de la Colère' de Steinbeck adapté pour la première fois au Théâtre Michel 'Les Raisins de la Colère' de Steinbeck adapté pour la première fois au Théâtre Michel Steinbeck's 'The Grapes of Wrath' adapted for the first time at Théâtre Michel
The American literary classic adapted for the stage for the first time at the Théâtre Michel by Xavier Simonin: Steinbeck's Grapes of Wrath, a harrowing plot set in the heart of a historic era, from February 1, 2024. [Read more]

 'Ma Version de l'Histoire' au Théâtre Michel en Janvier 2024 'Ma Version de l'Histoire' au Théâtre Michel en Janvier 2024 'Ma Version de l'Histoire' au Théâtre Michel en Janvier 2024 'Ma Version de l'Histoire' au Théâtre Michel en Janvier 2024 Ma Version de l'Histoire' (My Version of History) at the Théâtre Michel: the heart of a 20-year relationship
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Le Temple Maya, l'escape game digne d'Indiana Jones chez Le Triangle Le Temple Maya, l'escape game digne d'Indiana Jones chez Le Triangle Le Temple Maya, l'escape game digne d'Indiana Jones chez Le Triangle Le Temple Maya, l'escape game digne d'Indiana Jones chez Le Triangle Escape game: our test of 2050, the global warming room at Le Triangle
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  • For shopping

  • To keep fit

L'Adresse Stéphane MacquaireL'Adresse Stéphane MacquaireL'Adresse Stéphane MacquaireL'Adresse Stéphane Macquaire L'Adresse Stéphane Macquaire, a hair salon that listens and cares
At L'Adresse, under Stéphane Macquaire's nimble fingers, time seems to stand still. The creative visagist and his team of hairdressers, colorists and visagists listen to customers' every wish and advise them with kindness, patience and attention. You'll leave feeling relaxed and fulfilled. [Read more]

  • Family fun

Space Wars : le pire contre-attaque, au théâtre Michel, notre critiqueSpace Wars : le pire contre-attaque, au théâtre Michel, notre critiqueSpace Wars : le pire contre-attaque, au théâtre Michel, notre critiqueSpace Wars : le pire contre-attaque, au théâtre Michel, notre critique "Space Wars: le pire contre-attaque" at Théâtre Michel, a parody show for the whole family
Don't miss "Space Wars: Le pire contre-attaque", a hilarious intergalactic parody at the Théâtre Michel, until April 20, 2024. [Read more]

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Until May 8, 2024, meet Pinocchio and embark on new adventures with this little character, during a family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins, in the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]

Les Bébé concerts de l'orchestre Lamoureux 2021/2022Les Bébé concerts de l'orchestre Lamoureux 2021/2022Les Bébé concerts de l'orchestre Lamoureux 2021/2022Les Bébé concerts de l'orchestre Lamoureux 2021/2022 Bébé Concerts, Orchestre Lamoureux's musical events for toddlers
A concert for babies? The Orchestre Lamoureux has been doing it for years, to the delight of little music lovers. The Baby Concerts are 30 minutes of melody, between nursery rhymes and classical music, in a format for the youngest, from 0 to 5 years old! Here, children can sing, scream, stand up and dance as they please. A favorite for the whole family! [Read more]

  • To spend quality time with friends :

Unplug Bar - IMG 3262Unplug Bar - IMG 3262Unplug Bar - IMG 3262Unplug Bar - IMG 3262 Unplug, an unusual, immersive bar in Paris that plunges you into a retro-futuristic atmosphere
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Le Bristol After DarkLe Bristol After DarkLe Bristol After DarkLe Bristol After Dark Le Bristol After Dark, the luxury hotel bar metamorphoses into a temple of Parisian nightlife
The Bar du Bristol reinvents Parisian nights from Wednesday to Saturday, 10pm to 2am. This hushed sanctuary, renamed "Bristol After Dark" when night falls, combines Palace elegance with nocturnal frenzy, for cult and trendy evenings in an exceptional setting. [Read more]

Secret 8Secret 8Secret 8Secret 8 Secret 8 : the hidden bar of Buddha-Bar Paris
If you like hidden cocktail bars then here is THE new address to discover urgently! If you have the password then you will be able to discover Secret 8, nestled behind a hidden door of the Buddha-Bar Paris! [Read more]

Discover all these great addresses on the map below!

Visuel Paris Arc de TriompheVisuel Paris Arc de TriompheVisuel Paris Arc de TriompheVisuel Paris Arc de Triomphe What to do in Paris's 8th arrondissement? Good addresses and ideas for outings
With the world's most beautiful avenue as its standard-bearer, the 8th arrondissement takes us to the heart of Paris' golden triangle. From the Champs-Elysées to the Place de la Concorde, not forgetting the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, we're in for a whirlwind of luxurious addresses and surprising nuggets to discover! [Read more]

Enjoy your visit to Concorde and Madeleine!

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