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 district, you'd better 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 treat 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 French luxury. 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]
Restaurants in the 1st arrondissement of Paris: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 1st arrondissement? Follow the guide to discover our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [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]
Discover Pierre Marcolini's Haute Chocolaterie in Paris
Immerse yourself in the world of Haute Chocolaterie at Pierre Marcolini, rue Saint Honoré, for an exceptional taste experience. [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]
Kapara, the rebirth of Balagan with chef Zohar Sasson
Balagan is dead, long live Kapara! The menu has changed, but the venue and its boisterous atmosphere remain the same. And in the colorful plates, sunny dishes signed Assaf Granit and executed by chef Zohar Sasson. [Read more]
L'Espadon at the Ritz Paris, Eugénie Béziat's gourmet restaurant
The famous Ritz Paris opens its brand-new restaurant, l'Espadon, in collaboration with talented chef Eugénie Béziat. A unique gastronomic experience awaits you in a sumptuous setting overlooking the hotel's Grand Jardin. [Read more]
Alfred, a contemporary French brasserie a stone's throw from Place Vendôme
Just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme, the young team at Brasserie Alfred offers French bistro cuisine with a contemporary twist. [Read more]
Exquisite Tea Time at Burgundy Paris by Léandre Vivier, the new divine snack
Looking for a delicious new tea time? Let's head to Burgundy Paris to feast on the creations of Léandre Vivier, the Baudelaire's new pastry chef, who takes our taste buds on a voyage of discovery around the world. A superb discovery that we recommend to you! [Read more]
Da Rosa Jr, a family affair based on good products
Arthur Da Rosa took over one of his family's addresses and revisited it in his own way. The result is Da Rosa Jr, where the idea remains the same: to share tapas and good times with friends. [Read more]
Sfacciata, the new retro-contemporary Italian restaurant
Sfacciata, that's the name of this new Italian restaurant which is unveiled in the 1st district of Paris, just a step away from the Tuileries Gardens. A retro concept with a contemporary Italian cuisine, we love it! [Read more]
L'Assaggio, the Italian restaurant at the Hôtel Castille in Paris
Feel like traveling? Head to the heart of Paris to discover l'Assaggio, the fabulous restaurant of the Hôtel Castille, with its beautiful, secret terrace. On the menu: generous, refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional tiramisu that ranks among the best in the capital! [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]
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]
Discover all these great addresses on the map below!
What to do in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Ideas for outings and 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 best addresses and superb ideas for outings in this sublime district of Paris. [Read more]
Enjoy your visit to Place Vendôme!
What to do in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Ideas for outings and good addresses
