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 many other specialities, you're off to discover the astonishing Musée du Fumeur, before relaxing far from these hectic streets, in the verdant 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 yet, you haven't seen everything. So follow the guide!
History of the Place de la Bastille
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]
History of the Tournelles Synagogue
The Synagogue des Tournelles has a rather astonishing architectural feature. Originally, a certain Gustave Eiffel... [Read more]
On the trail of the French Revolution in Paris
On the occasion of the Fête Nationale, let's discover the traces of the French Revolution in the streets of Paris. [Read more]
The Viaduc des Arts: a must-see along Paris's green corridor
The Viaduc des Arts in Paris is a key stop on the coulée verte, attracting walkers and design enthusiasts alike! Find out more about this exciting spot in the capital's 12th arrondissement. [Read more]
Republican Guard: why do we sometimes see the gendarmerie on horseback in Paris?
It's not unusual to see gendarmes on horses roaming the streets of Paris. They are officers of the Garde républicaine, an armed force that originated in the capital in the 13th century and now resides in the Célestins district. [Read more]
The July Column at Bastille opens to the public: here is what is inside
The Colonne de Juillet, which stands on the Place de la Bastille in Paris, opens its doors to the public on October 23, 2021. This is the opportunity to discover its necropolis and its secrets! [Read more]
Jardin Bréguet, the green space of the 11th arrondissement
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]
La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
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]
Restaurants in the 4th arrondissement of Paris: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Enjoy a gourmet break at one of the finest restaurants in Paris' 4th arrondissement! Follow the guide to discover our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris's 11th arrondissement: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Paris's 11th arrondissement is an eclectic neighborhood brimming with bars and restaurants. Discover our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [Read more]
Paris 12th arrondissement restaurants: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 12th arrondissement? Discover our best addresses, our finds and our favorites! [Read more]
Restaurants in the Gare de Lyon area, our best addresses
Looking for a restaurant in the Gare de Lyon area before catching a train? Here's a list of our best addresses and restaurants in the area! [Read more]
Q Bar, the excellent Thai restaurant and cocktail bar in the 11th arrondissement.
We'd like to take you on a tour of Q Bar, a Thai restaurant featuring homemade dishes made with fresh ingredients, and historically the first Thai bistro to open in Paris. Exotic cocktails, astonishing pad thai and superb, flavorful plates await you in a pretty, unique decor. [Read more]
Prost, a Jules Verne-style German speciality restaurant and speakeasy in Bastille
Just a stone's throw from Place de la Bastille, you'll find comfort food, Franco-German specialities and craft beers at Prost, a surprising restaurant full of surprises! [Read more]
La Sabicherie, home of the 'other' Israeli sandwich
Less well known than the falafel sandwich, the sabich has nothing to envy it! You can eat it to go at La Sabicherie, near Bastille and now at SoPi too! [Read more]
Suzie Wong, Bastille's Chinese restaurant with Biang Biang noodles
Suzie Wong is the name of the Panda Panda team's latest restaurant in Paris's 11th arrondissement. With its relaxed 70s-style decor, fresh noodle dishes, homemade dim sum and cool cocktails, this Chinese restaurant is sure to please. [Read more]
Café Content, the friendly brasserie for inventive seasonal cuisine at affordable prices in Paris
Fresh, seasonal produce sublimated through inventive cuisine: that's the promise of Café Content. This brasserie in Paris's 11th arrondissement puts a smile on your face with its creative dishes at affordable prices, and a menu that changes every week to keep things fresh. [Read more]
La Crêperie Bertine, the family address for gourmet galettes and crêpes
Avenue Ledru-Rollin is home to crêperie Bertine, an address where mother and son work hand in hand to serve you freshly prepared crêpes and galettes every day. [Read more]
Yard, Culinaries' bistro and natural wine cellar
Bistro at lunchtime, cellar dining in the evening, and for both lunch and dinner, plain skittles for a cheerful toast: this is Yard, the Culinaries restaurant just a stone's throw from Père Lachaise. [Read more]
Dersou signs renewal with young American chef Alexander Southward
Leaving the past behind, Dersou is writing a new page in its history under the aegis of young American chef Alexander Southward and mixologist Amaury Guyot. [Read more]
Ayahuma, a stunning, friendly and (very) affordable Ecuadorian restaurant
Between Voltaire and Père Lachaise, a well-kept secret that local regulars pass on to each other: the Ayahuma restaurant. A (very) friendly, (very) tasty and (very) affordable address. A big yes. [Read more]
Facette, the festive restaurant under the Mazette where you can eat, drink and dance the night away
Le Mazette now boasts a festive restaurant called Facette. The place to eat, drink and dance the night away! [Read more]
Victor Hugo's house in Paris, an artistic plunge into the world of the famous author
The Maison de Victor Hugo is tucked away on the Place des Vosges in the heart of Paris. This museum dedicated to France's most famous author lets us discover the apartment where the artist and his family lived. [Read more]
The smoker's museum, between rites and culture
This week we take you to the Musée du Fumeur. Don't let your preconceived ideas get the better of you: this place isn't a cannabis cult. On the contrary, with its exhibits and plants, it will introduce you to the history of the smoker and the introduction of this practice in Europe. [Read more]
Victor Hugo s'escrime: the exhibition at the Maison de Victor Hugo takes us to the heart of the fight
With sword or pen, Victor Hugo fought many battles. Discover them in the Victor Hugo s'escrime exhibition, presented from April 30 to September 15, 2024 in the writer's house, Place des Vosges, Paris. [Read more]
LOADING. Urban art in the digital age: the street art exhibition at the Grand Palais Immersif, our photos
Attention all urban art lovers! From December 6, 2023 to July 21, 2024, the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris is offering us a plunge into the world of this artistic discipline through the exhibition "Loading. Urban art in the digital age". [Read more]
Le Majestic Bastille: an independent cinema in the heart of the Bastille district
The Majestic Bastille, part of the Dulac Cinéma group, is the only independent cinema in the Bastille district. Classified as an art house cinema, its panoramic screen will appeal to the most cinephile among you. [Read more]
A VIF, a dance music performance at Espace Ochoa, Paris 11
Sponsored - "À VIF" is a performance of danced music, a triptych of classical music composed on piano by Noémie Ochoa - La Traque, Infarctus and La Voix - and danced by Ley Boscher. It takes place twice a month at Espace Ochoa, in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement. [Read more]
L'Entrepôt Fantastique: our test of Pandore & Associés' magical escape game
Attention escape game fans! Pandore & Associés is waiting for you to discover its new adventure, "L'Entrepôt Fantastique", right now. It's the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in your favorite fairy tales. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
The Théâtre de la Bastille, a venue for contemporary creations
The Théâtre de la Bastille is located just a few minutes from the Place de Bastille, at 76 rue de la Roquette in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. Today, the theater rpiopose dance shows and contemporary plays. [Read more]
Le Jardin Sauvage Comedy Club: a comedy set hidden beneath a Bastille restaurant
Le Jardin Sauvage Comedy Club is a concept full of good vibes that promises evenings of laughter and tears in Paris. To unearth this hidden comedy stage, you'll have to venture into the basement of a quirky restaurant in Bastille. That's where you'll find a secret stage featuring the talents of today and tomorrow! [Read more]
Kairos Escape Game: the ultra-immersive escape game at Bastille
Want to try an escape game? Would you like to immerse yourself in a gripping universe? Then head to Kairos Escape Game, a stone's throw from Bastille, to discover one of the most immersive establishments in Paris. Pirates, policemen, astronauts... there's something for everyone! [Read more]
Pandore & Associés, the most mysterious escape game in Paris
Calling all mystery and escape game fans! Pandore & Associés, an escape game chain in Paris, invites you to discover its two adventures. An unprecedented dive into the heart of a warehouse, the largest escape game room in Paris, containing many extraordinary objects and creatures in over 130m2 of space. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Le Pharaon: the escape game that takes you on a journey to ancient Egypt at Rashomon Escape
Fancy a trip back to ancient Egypt? Head for Rashomon Escape, in the 11th arrondissement, to discover the Le Pharaon room. A unique adventure that plunges you into the mystery of ancient Egypt, combining captivating puzzles and immersive settings. Perfect for history and adventure lovers... [Read more]
Escape game Space Shuttle Athena: the interstellar escape game at Kairos Escape Game
Looking for an extraordinary space adventure? Join the Space Shuttle Athena mission at Kairos Escape Game in Paris! Discover the enigmatic disappearance of Professor Miller and explore a mysterious space station. Book now for an unforgettable experience! [Read more]
L'Expédition Maudite, our test of One Hour's Indiana Jones-style escape game
Do you like Indiana Jones? Then you'll love L'Expédition Maudite, One Hour's brand new escape game that takes you deep into the heart of a mine... We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Place d'Aligre
Place d'Aligre, a stone's throw from Hôpital Saint-Antoine, is best known for its covered market. Open 6 days a week, these beautiful halls sell 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.
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]
Rayon Noir, the tattoo parlor with modern and welcoming design in the 12th arrondissement
Behind an intriguing façade in Paris 12th arrondissement hides Rayon Noir, a new generation tattoo parlor welcoming several French and foreign artists in a modern and welcoming atmosphere. [Read more]
Ô Zenhit, the top-of-the-range gym with spa, hammam and group classes in the 4th arrondissement
On Rue Agrippa d'Aubigné, in the 4th arrondissement, Ô Zenhit is a large gym that brings together yoga studios, a cycling center, a cross-training room and a swimming pool in a single space, to offer an all-inclusive range of group classes. [Read more]
Laho: the Parisian rooftop with a sublime view is back!
Laho, Paris's rooftop restaurant at Gare de Lyon, with its breathtaking 360-degree views, is back for sunny days this April 26, 2024. We're off to find this splendid spot just a stone's throw from Gare de Lyon, with its verdant setting, unique sunset and gourmet menu... all perched 60 meters high! [Read more]
Comedy Club & Bar Dance in a futuristic atmosphere: Jump in Bastille
Sponsored - Welcome to the original world of Jump In Bastille in Paris, a venue with a futuristic ambience. In the early evening, immerse yourself in the intimate atmosphere of the Comedy Club. Every Friday and Saturday, the Taverne Comedy Club opens its doors to offer you moments of laughter and relaxation. Come and discover this venue for comedy shows and themed evenings every weekend. [Read more]
Saturday Trilogy, Dancing Queen, Teen Spirit, the next Supersonic Club evenings
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]
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]
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]
The Honey Moon: our test of this unusual bar in Paris offering cocktails on draught
Here's a new mixology experience for cocktail lovers in Paris! It's happening at The Honey Moon, in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. Here, we're promised top-of-the-range cocktails served... on draught. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
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]
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, the incredible bar-restaurant serving sophisticated cocktails taking us to Singapore
In the Bastille area stands a genuine gem, a bar-restaurant with an original and impressive décor. La Rêverie is aptly named with fluffy clouds and lit tree taking us straight to Singapore. [Read more]
Le Mal est Fait, the new trendy bar in the 11th district with craft beers and reasoned wines
Looking for a new spot to meet up with friends? Go to the Mal est Fait, the new Parisian bar with craft beers, reasoned wines and original cocktails! [Read more]
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What to do in Paris's 4th arrondissement? Ideas for outings and good addresses
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 best places to go out in this festive, multicultural district! [Read more]
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 is the place to discover its many nuggets! [Read more]
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! [Read more]
Enjoy your stroll through the legendary Bastille district!
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What to do in Paris's 11th arrondissement? Ideas for outings and good addresses
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