The Sentier district is one of the capital' s liveliest and most central neighborhoods. Originally, in the Middle Ages, it was considered one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Paris, but things have changed!
Over the years, the district has become the epicenter of textile stores and wholesalers, then, as the years progressed, home to numerous press groups, including AFP; businesses linked to the economy, with the Palais Brongniart, formerly known as the Palais de la Bourse, a stone's throw away; and even more recently, start-ups enjoying the lively neighborhood life and central location, who have made these few streets their home.
The Sentier district is also popular with Parisians, with its many food shops and grocery stores of all kinds, its restaurants and bars with terraces, its covered passageways with their old-world charm, and its pedestrianized cobbled streets , including the not-to-be-missed Rue Montorgueil. A neighborhood on a human scale that's sure to surprise you.
To discover it, follow the guide!
The Tour Jean-sans-Peur, a medieval treasure in Paris
Immerse yourself in medieval history at the Tour Jean-sans-Peur in Paris. The last vestige of the Hôtel des Ducs de Bourgogne Valois, the Tour Jean sans Peur was built in 1409 and offers a glimpse of life in the Middle Ages in a reconstructed residence. It currently houses an exhibition on Health in the Middle Ages, which runs until September 10, 2023 (excluding the month of August). [Read more]
BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all! [Read more]
The Richelieu Library, historic birthplace of the BNF
The Bibliothèque Richelieu is one of the most beautiful libraries in Paris. Discover it for yourself! [Read more]
Did you know? The Félix Potin on rue Réaumur hid more than 200 skeletons in its basements.
As you pass the corner of rue Réaumur and Sébastopol, you marvel at the historic facade once built by Félix Potin, a store to which you return, tell the story, but where you also stay, a priori... The former headquarters of the brand that was once Paris' first department store, now a Monoprix, hides a macabre history. [Read more]
Discover the magnificent cathedral building on rue Réaumur and its astrological clock
For a little architectural stroll, choose Paris's 2nd arrondissement, and rue Réaumur in particular. It's packed with exceptional facades, including a cathedral building with a clock and astrological wheel. [Read more]
Did you know? The Passage du Caire is the oldest passageway in Paris. Discover its history.
The little-known Passage du Caire, located in the popular rue Saint-Denis district, offers a journey back in time. Built in 1798, this historic Paris landmark has retained a certain austerity, but is well worth a visit for its incredible history. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Did you know? The smallest street in Paris is 5 metres long.
They say small is beautiful. The smallest street in Paris is no exception, discreetly wedged between the shopping streets of Beauregard and Cléry, in the center of the capital. [Read more]
Did you know? What is the history of the Au Planteur façade in Paris that is being debated?
Discover the Au Planteur facade in Paris, Montorgueil district, classified as a historical monument since 1984. Located at 10-12 rue des Petits-Carreaux in the 2nd district, this facade and colonial fresco is still being debated, we tell you its history. [Read more]
Did you know? The shapes of the Salle Labrouste, INHA's library, are inspired by dresses.
The Salle Labrouste, home to the Bibliothèque de l'Institut Nationale de l'Histoire de l'Art, is undoubtedly one of the prettiest libraries in Paris, if not the most beautiful. With its unusual architecture, we tell you all about its history and inspiration. [Read more]
Did you know? The Galerie Vivienne, Paris's most charming covered passageway, is built on a former cemetery.
Discover the Galerie Vivienne, a historic gem in the heart of Paris, open since 1826 and listed as a historic monument. It's a must-see in Paris, especially when it rains. [Read more]
Discover Paris' most beautiful covered passageways
Maybe you didn't know it, but Paris is home to many covered passageways. Discover the 12 most beautiful covered passageways in Paris! [Read more]
JEMA 2024 in Paris: the Opéra Comique introduces us to the art of live performance
The Journées des Métiers d'art is an opportunity to discover a wide range of fascinating professions, as well as to visit some magical places! This April 6, 2024, come to the Opéra Comique to discover the performing arts. [Read more]
Mad Golf, the first indoor mini-golf course with a retro and unusual atmosphere in the heart of Paris
At the beginning of September, Paris' first indoor mini-golf course will open in the 2nd arrondissement, with two immersive, unusual 9-hole courses in a unique, colorful retro atmosphere! [Read more]
Paris Fury Room to let off steam
Feel like on the verge of breaking it all? Head to the Fury Room that reopened this past May 12 to let off steam without having to clean everything up after. Such a good idea in Paris! [Read more]
The restaurants of the Sentier, our good addresses
Good restaurants are legion in the Sentier, an attractive and lively district of Paris. Check out our latest discoveries and favorites in the Sentier to make sure you're in the right place for your next stroll! [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris's covered passageways, our best addresses
A restaurant in a covered passage is the perfect place to be when the weather's bad. Paris's magnificent covered passageways offer a wealth of confidential restaurants, bars and coffee shops. Here are the best addresses! [Read more]
Restaurants in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 2nd arrondissement? Here are our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [Read more]
L'Atelier Entrecôte Et Volaille, the meat restaurant with the secret sauce that'll get you hooked!
Sponsored - L'Atelier Entrecôte & Volaille opens its 1st restaurant in the heart of Paris, shaking up the codes of the local dish with a reinvented "two-course" formula! Choose between tender beef or expertly-cooked poultry, and let yourself be seduced by the jealously-guarded ultimate sauce and perfect fries! [Read more]
Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian address lives up to all its promises
This year's most eagerly-awaited address is undoubtedly Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian restaurant. As expected, it delivers on all its promises. [Read more]
Hollywood Savoy, the rebirth of the 2nd arrondissement's iconic restaurant
Hollywood Savoy, the iconic restaurant in the Bourse district, returns to the forefront of the Parisian scene, reviving history and gastronomy. Guillaume Benard and his Fitz Group are ready to revive the festive spirit of the place with a modern twist. [Read more]
Chez Bouboule, the pétanque bistro in Montorgueil, Oberkampf and Pigalle
Discover Chez Bouboule, the indoor pétanque bar that's revolutionizing your evenings in Paris! Located in Montorgueil, Oberkampf and Pigalle, the three establishments promise memorable afterworks and other moments of conviviality, with an exquisite menu and cocktails. Ready to shoot or punch? [Read more]
Slice Pizza Club, the pizzeria with XXL shares in Paris
Slice is the new American-style pizza street food spot that has opened in the 2ᵉ arrondissement, but also in the 8th arrondissement in Paris, near Saint-Augustin. We're off to discover this new concept conceived by French lovers of slices, those XXL thin pizzas, which intends to delight all Paris. [Read more]
Kuccini, the Parisian osteria with "cicchetti" to share
Sponsored - Paris is full of Italian restaurants, but at Kuccini's, it's the typical "Osteria" experience, with typical Italian cicchetti to share in a very convivial atmosphere. [Read more]
Perdue, the delicious brioche for savoury or sweet dishes
What if we told you that brioche perdue could be made with chicken or pastrami? The Perdue restaurant, located next to the Passage du Caire in the 2nd arrondissement, takes up the challenge and creates savory savory and sweet recipes. [Read more]
Yujin: the 2nd arrondissement restaurant in Paris that fuses Japanese cuisine and street food
When four lifelong friends decide to join forces to create a place that's just like them, the result is Yujin! Located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, this friendly, gourmet eatery fuses Japanese cuisine and street food in a modern restaurant with a hip-hop soundtrack. [Read more]
Cali Sisters, the Californian table in Paris
Warm California air blows through the capital's 2nd arrondissement. Cali Sisters is the gourmet address dreamed up by Capucine and Juliette Vigand, which celebrates California at any time of day. [Read more]
Inoveat, the unusual restaurant with a gourmet menu prepared with insects
A stone's throw from Châtelet, Inoveat is one of those storefronts you could walk right past and not even notice. And yet, we advise you to go through the door to discover the unusual universe of the place, between refined cuisine and insect-based products, all in the name of eating well. [Read more]
Restaurant Zakuro, a discreet and authentic Japanese restaurant in Paris
It's a small address with big flavors, but also a family affair where conviviality and authenticity reign. Zakuro is a discreet Japanese restaurant in the heart of Paris, where you can discover gourmet, comforting Japanese cuisine. A neighborhood nugget not to be missed! [Read more]
The invention of the Renaissance, the humanist and literary exhibition at the BnF Richelieu - our photos
The Renaissance changed the face of Europe, with a humanist movement born in 14th-century Italy. The BnF Richelieu is devoting an exhibition to its beginnings, in the heart of its magnificent libraries, through superb manuscripts, from February 20 to June 16, 2024. [Read more]
Rex Studios, (re)discover behind-the-scenes at the Grand Rex
Discover the magic of cinema with this behind-the-scenes tour of Europe's largest cinema, Rex Studios! Film set, director's office, projection booth, editing room, special effects... A fun and educational visit to the heart of the Grand Rex. [Read more]
Le Grand Rex: Europe's largest cinema
Its starry vault, its atypically decorated façade, its grandeur... You've got a thousand and one reasons to visit the Grand Rex! In fact, it's Europe's largest cinema, with a grand auditorium seating 2,702 people. [Read more]
Sebastopol Comedy Club stand-up evenings in a private cinema!
Sponsored - How about an unusual stand-up evening in a cinema? The Sebastopol Comedy Club sells out with a simple, effective formula in a magnificent setting in Chatelet! Every weekend, it's a festival of established artists performing in a hushed, small-capacity atmosphere, with free participation, so reserve your place! [Read more]
L'Ecran Pop: Snow Queen karaoke at the Grand Rex in 2024
Experience the magic of Arendelle at the Grand Rex during a special Snow Queen karaoke show. Get ready to sing along with Elsa, Anna, and all their friends, in an interactive experience that promises to warm even the coldest of hearts on May 5, 2024. [Read more]
L'Ecran Pop: Dirty Dancing, the cult film in cine-karaoke at the Grand Rex in 2024
L'Écran Pop brings us a new cinema-karaoke performance of the film "Dirty Dancing" at the Grand Rex. With only one date in Paris, on April 27, 2024 and June 15, 2024, L'Écran Pop intends to get you singing at the top of your lungs! [Read more]
May the 4th Be With You: Star Wars symphony concert at Grand Rex, Paris
May the 4th Be With You: an intergalactic musical voyage awaits you at the Grand Rex on May 3 and 4, 2024, for Star Wars Day. [Read more]
Escape Lab Paris: 11 experiences for 2 to 75 players with lots of new features! PROMO CODE
Sponsored - Escape Lab Paris offers unique experiences for 2 to 20 simultaneous players, in one of France's largest escape games. With eight captivating themes, each room offers emotional immersion, accentuating the experience beyond simply getting out of the room.
LAB regularly develops new experiences, including the RAPTOR Project with live dinosaurs, no less. [Read more]
Very math trip, the exceptional performance of Manu Houdart's one-math-show at Grand Rex
Very math trip, playing at Le Lucernaire until June 2, 2024, will be performed at Grand Rex on May 16. Manu Houdart shows us that mathematics is everywhere in our lives, with humor and simplicity. [Read more]
Café Oscar, Paris's first comedy club
The first comedy club created in Paris, Café Oscar is now over 30 years old and continues to welcome stand-up professionals, and potentially future professionals. Every week, Café Oscar introduces new comedians. [Read more]
Zazie at the Grand Rex in Paris, concert postponed until May 2024
Bad news for Zazie fans. While the singer was due to take over the Grand Rex venue on March 22, 2024, the artist has announced the postponement of this Paris date to Monday May 13, 2024. [Read more]
RAPTOR Project: our review of The Escape Lab's dinosaur escape game
Looking for a unique escape game experience in Paris? Discover RAPTOR Project, The Escape Lab's ultra-immersive escape game that literally plunges you into Jurassic Park! Immerse yourself in a captivating post-apocalyptic universe and test your thinking skills as you attempt to survive life-like dinosaurs... We've tested it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Manga Symphonic Odyssey: A symphonic adventure in the world of anime at the Grand Rex in Paris
Rediscover anime hits in symphonic concert in Paris, on April 25 and 26, 2024 at the Grand Rex with the Manga Symphonic Odyssey. [Read more]
The Fridge Comedy Club by Kev Adams: a stand-up stage with bar and restaurant in Paris
In the heart of Paris's 2nd arrondissement, the Fridge is a Comedy Club created by comedian Kev Adams, featuring a stand-up stage on which today's and tomorrow's talents share the stage, while offering the public a bar with creative cocktails and a restaurant. [Read more]
Memoli: we tested this 100% kawaii Korean photo booth in Paris
Photomatons, one of the dullest and most ordinary things in the world... How about making it more interesting and cute? Let's head for Memoli, a Parisian store in the 2nd arrondissement that offers a much kawaii version of the Korean photo booth! With fun accessories, endless possibilities for personalization, and a friendly atmosphere for making memories with friends, come and experience a memorable photographic adventure in the heart of Paris. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Librairie Jousseaume: a historic store in the heart of the Galerie Vivienne - Photos and reportage
This listed bookshop has been open since 1826 in the Galerie Vivienne. [Read more]
Episode, the huge thrift shop for vintage nuggets in Paris' Les Halles district
From Paris to Amsterdam, Episode thrift stores are havens of vintage and second-hand, where each piece tells a story of style and originality. Head for the huge Parisian boutique in the Halles district, to explore decades of fashion and be seduced by timeless elegance at affordable prices! [Read more]
Retro, the coolest thrift shop in Paris' Les Halles district: fashion tips and events
Welcome to Retro: the temple of second-hand clothing in Paris's 2nd arrondissement! This 125m2 thrift store offers men, women and children trendy, quality pieces at totally affordable prices. And the best part? Its monthly events combining shopping, flash tattoos and DJ sets. [Read more]
"Quinze.bis": the Gibert bookstore concept store in Paris
The historic Gibert bookstore chain, despite difficulties in recent years, is hoping to capitalize on the second-hand boom and is inventing new bookstore concepts with the opening of its "Quinze.bis" store from September 30, 2021 in Paris. [Read more]
Re-Rouje, the fashion brand of the Parisian Jeanne Damas goes upcycling
Rouje, the fashion label of renowned Parisian Jeanne Damas, is launching Re-Rouje, a clothing line made from dormant fabrics and manufactured in France. As the brand begins its progression into upcycling, it is also developing other sustainable and solidarity-based initiatives based on the model: Re-Create, Re-Use, Re-Give. [Read more]
Mazette, the first creative DIY lab in Paris
Mazette is the new place to be for creative people in Paris! DIY fans, you will be happy with this creative lab where you can try your hand at crocheting, knitting, drawing and candle-making! [Read more]
Sneakers & Chill, the sneaker customization experts
Sneakers & Chill is the perfect way to assert your original style, and here you can customize your favorite pairs just the way you like them! [Read more]
La Belle Boucle Studio, the hair salon and boutique for wavy to frizzy hair
After Lyon and Marseille, La Belle Boucle Studio is moving to Paris, to the delight of the capital's curlies. From October onwards, curly, frizzy and frizzy hair will benefit from a new boutique and specialized hairdressing salon. [Read more]
Studio MVMT, a clubbing gym dedicated to Party Fitness in Paris
Here's a sports club that's making Paris vibrate. MVMT Club is a concept fresh from the United States that introduces us to Party Fitness. The idea? Exercise in a festive way by combining a clubbing atmosphere, positive energies, muscle strengthening, cardio and meditation combined with dance moves. [Read more]
Les Bains du Marais, a festive place dedicated to well-being
Les Bains du Marais is a concept well known to Parisians. Formerly in the rue des Blancs-Manteaux, today this iconic hammam is located on the side of the 2nd arrondissement and imposes itself as a true temple of well-being between ancestral know-how from the four corners of the world. But it is also a place of festive life with its restaurant animated by DJ sets. [Read more]
Le Biscornu, a veritable institution for epicureans and lovers of a good atmosphere!
Sponsored - Nestled in the heart of Paris, Le Biscornu is a restaurant-bar-club that never leaves you indifferent. The atmosphere is ultra-warm during the day and crazy at night, with DJ sets! [Read more]
Cocktail bar and immersive experience in Perpette prison
Sponsored - Enter the Perpette prison and enjoy an immersive, theatrical cocktail experience that plunges you into the heart of Parisian smuggling in the 1960s. An immersive cocktail bar a stone's throw from Réaumur-Sébastopol. [Read more]
Trench Touch, We Are Rave, Bass Culture, the next Rex Club parties
Considered one of the institutions of the Parisian nightlife scene, the Rex Club attracts the most discerning night owls and lovers of ultra-smooth electronic music every week and weekend. Here's a sneak preview of upcoming events at the Rex Club in Paris. [Read more]
Perpette, an Orange is the New Black-style immersive cocktail experience in Paris
For lovers of original experiences and cocktails, an immersive spot is coming to Paris: Perpette is the concept that unveils an adventure combining immersive theater and mixology in an Orange is the New Black-style atmosphere. [Read more]
La Grosse Caisse, a dance bar with a unique convivial atmosphere in the 2nd arrondissement
Not far from the Bourse or Grands Boulevards metro stations, you'll find one of our favorite dance bars in Paris. Music from the 80s and 90s, a relaxed atmosphere, themed evenings... All the ingredients are in place for a great night out, and our regulars won't deny it! [Read more]
Brique Machine in Paris: the unusual taproom that breaks with codes and takes us back to the 90s
Are you a fan of craft beers and looking for a unique and unusual venue? Look no further than Grands Boulevards for Brique Machine, Brique House's first taproom in Paris. [Read more]
Shana: good wines and tapas inspired by grandma's Jewish cuisine in Paris
Looking for a good address to toast and treat yourself? In the heart of Paris, Shana is a warm neighborhood nugget that could well become your favorite place for your most gourmet aperitifs! On the program, good wines and generous tapas featuring typical Jewish cuisine. [Read more]
Vignes en Ville, bulk wine in a warm and friendly wine cellar.
Vignes en Ville is a new wine bar offering wine in bulk, to take home with you by sealing the bottle with wax, or to enjoy on the premises during an aperitif, accompanied by delicious charcuterie! [Read more]
Player One, the ultra playful retrogaming bar in the Halles district of Paris
Creative cocktails as beautiful as good, a playful and festive atmosphere, self-service games: we found the best bar in Paris to spend a good evening with friends. Lovers of retrogaming and pop-culture, go to the Player One bar! [Read more]
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What to do in Paris's 2nd arrondissement? Our tips and best addresses
Paris's 2nd arrondissement, also known as the "Quartier de la Bourse", is a great place to go out! From the Palais Brongniart to Montorgueil, via Réaumur and Pyramide, here are the best addresses in this district. [Read more]
Enjoy your stroll along the Sentier!
What to do in Paris's 2nd arrondissement? Our tips and best addresses
