Things to do in the Bastille and Roquette neighborhood: Ideas for outings and great places to visit

Published by Manon de Sortiraparis · Photos by Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Updated on April 22, 2026 at 06:19 p.m.
Follow the guide to discover everything there is to see and do in the Bastille and La Roquette neighborhoods, straddling the 4th, 11th, and 12th arrondissements of Paris!

A mythical district in thehistory of Paris, the area around theformer Bastille prison , destroyed during the French Revolution, is a lively neighborhood par excellence. Let's go for a stroll and discover all the secrets of the area! Starting with the unmissable Place de la Bastille - unfortunately all too often jammed with cars - and its imposing Colonne de Juillet, topped by the famous golden Génie de la Liberté.

After a visit to one of the many restaurants in the Roquette district, which welcome you with open arms and offer Italian, Asian, French and other specialties, we'll head off to discover the astonishing Musée du Fumeur, before relaxing away from the hustle and bustle of the streets, in the lush green setting of the Coulée Verte, which runs from Bastille to Vincennes! A shady, relaxing stroll that ends with a trip to the Aligre market to stock up on goodies.

And you haven't seen everything yet. So follow the guide!

What to do in the Bastille and Roquette districts, our tips and best addresses:

  • To discover the history of the neighborhood 

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A symbol of the French Revolution, the Place de la Bastille has had an eventful history. It was here that the famous Bastille Prison stood, destroyed stone by stone during the Revolution. At its center, the beautiful Colonne de Juillet and its golden Génie de la Liberté can be seen from a great distance. [Read more]

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In Paris's 4th arrondissement, this square conceals one of the last visible remnants of the Bastille prison: the base of the Tour de la Liberté, discovered during the metro works. [Read more]

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  • For a stroll 

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To spend some quality time in the 11th arrondissement, young and old alike can take advantage of the new municipal garden opened by the Mairie de Paris: the Jardin Bréguet. 913m2 of greenery in the city. [Read more]

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Paris's Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly known as the Promenade Plantée, is a beautiful, little-known walk for Parisians, taking us on a verdant journey from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes over the Viaduc des Arts. It's an unusual and shady way to discover Paris, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]

Currently:

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  • For a tasty treat

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Our latest discoveries:

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  • To relax

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Here you'll find hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]

Our latest discoveries:

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  • To broaden your horizons

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Right now:

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  • For entertainment 

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Right now:

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Visuel Paris 12e - Opéra BastilleVisuel Paris 12e - Opéra BastilleVisuel Paris 12e - Opéra BastilleVisuel Paris 12e - Opéra Bastille Opéra Bastille in Paris: a grand space dedicated to contemporary lyrical productions
Located on Place de la Bastille in Paris, the Bastille Opera is one of the main venues of the Opéra National de Paris, dedicated to hosting operas and ballet performances year-round. Opened in 1989, this modern building attracts a diverse audience and serves as a key reference point for anyone looking to stay informed about lyrical and dance productions in the city. [Read more]

Insolite : Out of the blue, le bar-cinéma qui mixe vins nature et courts-métrages d'auteur à ParisInsolite : Out of the blue, le bar-cinéma qui mixe vins nature et courts-métrages d'auteur à ParisInsolite : Out of the blue, le bar-cinéma qui mixe vins nature et courts-métrages d'auteur à ParisInsolite : Out of the blue, le bar-cinéma qui mixe vins nature et courts-métrages d'auteur à Paris Out of the blue, the Paris bar-cinema that blends natural wines with auteur short films
Right in the heart of Paris’s 11th arrondissement, Out of the Blue blends a wine bar with cinema for the curious and cinephiles. Auteur short films, natural wines, and a salon-like, carpeted atmosphere... here we sip, nibble, and dive into an experience that’s at once offbeat, creative, and convivial. [Read more]

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Place d'Aligre, a stone's throw from Hôpital Saint-Antoine, is best known for its covered market. In these beautiful halles, open 6 days a week, you'll find spices, oils, fruit and vegetables. On the square, the open-air market spills over into rue d'Aligre and is a favorite spot for many second-hand and antique dealers.

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Paul Beuscher à Paris : l’adresse culte des musiciens rouvre avec guitares, concerts et studiosPaul Beuscher à Paris : l’adresse culte des musiciens rouvre avec guitares, concerts et studiosPaul Beuscher à Paris : l’adresse culte des musiciens rouvre avec guitares, concerts et studiosPaul Beuscher à Paris : l’adresse culte des musiciens rouvre avec guitares, concerts et studios Paul Beuscher in Paris: the cult destination for musicians reopens its doors with guitars, concerts and studios.
The legendary address for Parisian musicians reopens on Boulevard Beaumarchais. Guitars, sheet music, lutherie, concerts and rehearsal studios: Paul Beuscher returns as a living hub of music, offering far more than just instruments on display. [Read more]

Rayon Noir, le salon de tatouageRayon Noir, le salon de tatouageRayon Noir, le salon de tatouageRayon Noir, le salon de tatouage Rayon Noir, the modern and welcoming tattoo and design studio in the 12th arrondissement
Behind an intriguing storefront in Paris's 12th arrondissement lies Rayon Noir, a new-generation tattoo and design studio that welcomes a variety of French and foreign artists in a modern, welcoming atmosphere. [Read more]

NESSPA head spa capillaireNESSPA head spa capillaireNESSPA head spa capillaireNESSPA head spa capillaire Nesspa, the head spa in Paris for an anti-stress scalp massage
Located in Paris's 11th arrondissement, Nesspa is a haven of well-being that promises to offer you a wonderful moment of relaxation. Inspired by Japanese head spas, this anti-stress spot offers relaxing treatments centered around scalp massage. [Read more]

Life4Cuts : l'enseigne de photobooth coréen au cœur du MaraisLife4Cuts : l'enseigne de photobooth coréen au cœur du MaraisLife4Cuts : l'enseigne de photobooth coréen au cœur du MaraisLife4Cuts : l'enseigne de photobooth coréen au cœur du Marais Life4Cuts: the Korean photobooth chain in the heart of the Marais district
Korean photobooth Life4Cuts awaits you in Paris's Marais district, between Saint-Paul and Bastille. An interactive and creative photographic experience, with a variety of backgrounds, fun accessories and personalized prints, for a concept straight out of Korea. Perfect for immortalizing moments with family and friends! [Read more]

Re-ReadRe-ReadRe-ReadRe-Read Re-Read: a second-hand bookshop with books for 4 euros, accessible to all, in the 11th arrondissement.
Among the few second-hand bookshops in the capital, a newcomer is trying to make its mark: Re-Read. It offers books at a single price of 4 euros, accessible to all literature lovers! [Read more]

ChaussuresChaussuresChaussuresChaussures Punto & Cruz, boutique-workshop and creative sessions in honor of the art of footwear
The boutique-atelier Punto & Cruz will open its doors on March 31, 2023 in the heart of the Viaduc des Arts, in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. The address, entirely dedicated to women's made-to-measure footwear, will also offer visitors creative workshops to teach them how to make their own pair of sneakers! [Read more]

Emme26 & Co : la boutique de mode éthique du 11èmeEmme26 & Co : la boutique de mode éthique du 11èmeEmme26 & Co : la boutique de mode éthique du 11èmeEmme26 & Co : la boutique de mode éthique du 11ème Emme26 & Co: the ethical concept store in the 11th arrondissement
Emme26 & Co is the ethical concept store for our autumn shopping. Fashion, art, home decor, you'll find a selection of emerging designers committed to sustainable development. Come to the 11th district to discover these new brands and their stories, and also take part in free workshops. [Read more]

  • To stay in shape

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Naya Studio, lieu de bien-être et restaurant vegan - nos photosNaya Studio, lieu de bien-être et restaurant vegan - nos photosNaya Studio, lieu de bien-être et restaurant vegan - nos photosNaya Studio, lieu de bien-être et restaurant vegan - nos photos Naya, a holistic haven with a yoga studio and vegan restaurant in the Marais
Based on rue des Tournelles in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, Naya positions itself as a holistic sanctuary—a place where time stands still to care for oneself deeply. [Read more]

Ô Zenhit, la salle de sport haut de gamme - nos photos - 2024 11 01 12 16 34 000Ô Zenhit, la salle de sport haut de gamme - nos photos - 2024 11 01 12 16 34 000Ô Zenhit, la salle de sport haut de gamme - nos photos - 2024 11 01 12 16 34 000Ô Zenhit, la salle de sport haut de gamme - nos photos - 2024 11 01 12 16 34 000 ÔZENHIT: The premium gym in the 4th arrondissement featuring a pool, spa, and group classes
ÔZENHIT is a state-of-the-art fitness center that combines yoga, cycling, cross-training, a pool, and a sauna all under one roof. Located on Agrippa d'Aubigné Street in the 4th arrondissement, ÔZENHIT offers an extensive "all-inclusive" schedule of group classes: yoga, cycling, Pilates, and even aquagym — there's something for everyone! [Read more]

Not Yoga, un studio de hot yoga à contre courant de la mysticitéNot Yoga, un studio de hot yoga à contre courant de la mysticitéNot Yoga, un studio de hot yoga à contre courant de la mysticitéNot Yoga, un studio de hot yoga à contre courant de la mysticité Not Yoga, an inclusive, esoteric-free hot yoga studio in Paris
Do you love yoga as a sport, but are less into the spiritual aspect? That's precisely the spirit behind Not Yoga, a studio dedicated to the practice of Hot Yoga at 33° and designed as a relaxing place to live, with a coffee shop and beauty bar to boot. [Read more]

  • For a good time with the family

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Maison des Histoires Bastille - nos photos - 9BFD7F4F B967 4FC0 A5D7 91A3E22919A6Maison des Histoires Bastille - nos photos - 9BFD7F4F B967 4FC0 A5D7 91A3E22919A6Maison des Histoires Bastille - nos photos - 9BFD7F4F B967 4FC0 A5D7 91A3E22919A6Maison des Histoires Bastille - nos photos - 9BFD7F4F B967 4FC0 A5D7 91A3E22919A6 La Maison des Histoires: an immersive place to marvel at with the whole family, at Bastille
From July 9, 2025, the Maison des Histoires will open its doors in the Bastille district, allowing the general public to immerse themselves in the imaginary world of children's books from l'école des loisirs. [Read more]

Un escape game Tom-Tom et Nana à découvrir en famille à ParisUn escape game Tom-Tom et Nana à découvrir en famille à ParisUn escape game Tom-Tom et Nana à découvrir en famille à ParisUn escape game Tom-Tom et Nana à découvrir en famille à Paris A Tom-Tom and Nana escape game in Paris, to immerse yourself in the comics of your childhood.
Red alert! Nana has lost a notebook in which she and TomTom record all their misdeeds and information that their parents must never find out... It's up to you to help them! [Read more]

  • For a good time with friends:

404 not found404 not found404 not found404 not found Bar Paris 4: Where to have a drink in the 4th arrondissement? Our favorite spots and recommendations
The 4th arrondissement of Paris, between the Marais and Île Saint-Louis, is ideal for a drink in a historic setting. Creative cocktails, intimate wine bars, and a festive atmosphere await you. [Read more]

Cocoön, le bar chaleureux aux cocktails de saison originaux dans le 11e arrondissementCocoön, le bar chaleureux aux cocktails de saison originaux dans le 11e arrondissementCocoön, le bar chaleureux aux cocktails de saison originaux dans le 11e arrondissementCocoön, le bar chaleureux aux cocktails de saison originaux dans le 11e arrondissement Bar Paris 11: Where to have a drink in the 11th arrondissement? Our favorite spots and top picks
The 11th arrondissement of Paris pulsates with bold cocktail bars, craft beers, and cozy wine cellars. Go out for a drink in this lively, open, and characterful neighborhood. [Read more]

Rosa à l'Est - Porte Jaune, nos photosRosa à l'Est - Porte Jaune, nos photosRosa à l'Est - Porte Jaune, nos photosRosa à l'Est - Porte Jaune, nos photos Bar Paris 12: Where to have a drink in the 12th arrondissement? Our favorite places and recommendations
From Bastille to Bercy, Paris's 12th arrondissement is the place to be for a drink. Creative cocktails, well-served craft beers, and fine wines can be enjoyed in a lively neighborhood atmosphere. [Read more]

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Le Mazette is certainly one of the coolest boats in Paris! On the program: a festive atmosphere, clubbing and open-air evenings, an original tapas and cocktail menu, all circulating from the rooftop to the gigantic indoor room, via the covered terrace. [Read more]

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Le Supersonic, Paris's must-visit rock club, welcomes fans of the genre to a night of anthology in the lively Bastille district. Concerts, aftershows, tributes and a record shop are on the program to lure rock addicts. [Read more]

Viewing party de Drag Race France All Stars au bar Chez Mylène, dans le 12e arrondissementViewing party de Drag Race France All Stars au bar Chez Mylène, dans le 12e arrondissementViewing party de Drag Race France All Stars au bar Chez Mylène, dans le 12e arrondissementViewing party de Drag Race France All Stars au bar Chez Mylène, dans le 12e arrondissement At Mylène’s, Paris’s LGBT dance bar along the banks of the Arsenal Canal.
For a chill moment in the heart of Bastille, head to Chez Mylène, an LGBT bar in the 12th arrondissement where you can go from a rooftop drink to a livelier, dance-floor vibe, with views of the Canal de l'Arsenal, signature cocktails, wines and small plates to share. [Read more]

La Taverne de Fwinax : le bar à jeux convivial du 12e arrondissementLa Taverne de Fwinax : le bar à jeux convivial du 12e arrondissementLa Taverne de Fwinax : le bar à jeux convivial du 12e arrondissementLa Taverne de Fwinax : le bar à jeux convivial du 12e arrondissement La Taverne de Fwinax: the friendly games bar in the 12th arrondissement
Want to have some fun with family and friends over a board game? Head for La Taverne de Fwinax, a game bar in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, offering a wide selection of board games, role-playing games and card games, accompanied by craft beers and cocktails. The perfect opportunity to enjoy a good time in a friendly atmosphere. [Read more]

Atomic Cat bar : l'endroit où déguster un cocktail en pleine ApocalypseAtomic Cat bar : l'endroit où déguster un cocktail en pleine ApocalypseAtomic Cat bar : l'endroit où déguster un cocktail en pleine ApocalypseAtomic Cat bar : l'endroit où déguster un cocktail en pleine Apocalypse Atomic Cat bar: the place to enjoy a cocktail in the middle of the Apocalypse
The Atomic Cat bar, located in the 11th arrondissement, is the immersive bar that promises to make you feel like the end of the world. As a survivor, the bar offers a cocktail and beer menu that should make you forget the Apocalypse. [Read more]

404 not found404 not found404 not found404 not found Speakeasy: 404 Not Found, a hidden cocktail bar a stone's throw from Place de la Bastille in Paris
Hidden just a stone's throw from the Place de la Bastille, 404 Not Found is the speakeasy of the Franco-German restaurant Prost, which takes us into a world inspired by French history. In an intimate setting where modern design meets classicism, you'll find yourself in the heart of a secret salon, savoring creative cocktails and feeling right at home. [Read more]

Les Vignerons Parisiens, véritable chai de vinification et initiation à l’œnologie en plein ParisLes Vignerons Parisiens, véritable chai de vinification et initiation à l’œnologie en plein ParisLes Vignerons Parisiens, véritable chai de vinification et initiation à l’œnologie en plein ParisLes Vignerons Parisiens, véritable chai de vinification et initiation à l’œnologie en plein Paris Les Vignerons Parisiens, a veritable wine cellar and introduction to oenology in the heart of Paris
Les Vignerons Parisiens open their winery to the public and invite the curious to wine workshops and tastings. [Read more]

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Would you like to create your own gin recipe? Head for the Baccae distillery, in the 4th arrondissement, for a workshop to create your very own bespoke gin! [Read more]

Gamelle, le bar, bowling et baby-foot à deux pas de la Gare de LyonGamelle, le bar, bowling et baby-foot à deux pas de la Gare de LyonGamelle, le bar, bowling et baby-foot à deux pas de la Gare de LyonGamelle, le bar, bowling et baby-foot à deux pas de la Gare de Lyon Gamelle, the bar, mini-bowling and table soccer just a few steps from the Gare de Lyon
Feel like nibbling on some nice little boards to share while playing some fun activities? Head for Gamelle, a bar in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, a stone's throw from the Gare de Lyon, offering a nice tapas menu, but also bowling lanes and table soccer. The ideal place for all sports and aperitif lovers! [Read more]

La Rêverie, le bar-restaurant aux cocktails raffinés qui nous fait voyager à SingapourLa Rêverie, le bar-restaurant aux cocktails raffinés qui nous fait voyager à SingapourLa Rêverie, le bar-restaurant aux cocktails raffinés qui nous fait voyager à SingapourLa Rêverie, le bar-restaurant aux cocktails raffinés qui nous fait voyager à Singapour La Rêverie, the incredible bar-restaurant with refined cocktails that takes us on a journey to Singapore
In the heart of Bastille lies a veritable nugget, a bar-restaurant with an original and impressive decor. La Rêverie lives up to its name, with voluptuous clouds and a luminous tree that transports us to Singapore. [Read more]

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Visuel Paris Hôtel de VilleVisuel Paris Hôtel de VilleVisuel Paris Hôtel de VilleVisuel Paris Hôtel de Ville What to do in Paris' 4th arrondissement? Here are the latest addresses and ideas for outings!
The 4th arrondissement, often referred to as the Marais, is one of the capital's hippest spots! Here, you'll find yourself in the historic Jewish quarter, the stronghold of the LGBTQIA+ community and the temple of fashion lovers. We take you on a tour of the latest outing ideas and the best addresses in this festive, multicultural district! [Read more]

Visuel Paris Place de la Bastille, colonne de JuilletVisuel Paris Place de la Bastille, colonne de JuilletVisuel Paris Place de la Bastille, colonne de JuilletVisuel Paris Place de la Bastille, colonne de Juillet What to do in Paris's 11th arrondissement? What's on and where to go
Paris's 11th arrondissement, on the right bank, is a great place to live, with a host of good addresses to choose from. Festive, gourmet and cultural, there's always something to do in this lively district! From Bastille to Oberkampf, via Folie-Méricourt, the 11th district has a lot to offer. Here's a list of not-to-be-missed events in the area! [Read more]

La Nouvelle Place de la NationLa Nouvelle Place de la NationLa Nouvelle Place de la NationLa Nouvelle Place de la Nation What to do in the 12th arrondissement of Paris: current addresses and ideas for outings
Paris's 12th arrondissement is a peaceful neighborhood where life is good: between the great ideas for strolls, the good addresses and the surprising activities that await us, this Parisian district is full of good things to do that are worth the detour. From Picpus to Nation, via Bel-Air, the Quinze-Vingts, Bercy and not forgetting the Bois de Vincennes, here are the spots not to be missed at the moment! [Read more]

Enjoy your stroll through the legendary Bastille district!

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