Known as home to a large part of the Latin Quarter, the 5th arrondissement is a place steeped inhistory that takes us back in time to Lutetia, the Paris of Antiquity. From theGallo-Roman arena to the vestiges of the terms, you'll be amazed by the sometimes little-known monuments that take you back in time. The heart of the 5th arrondissement is also home to the Musée de Cluny, dedicated to the Middle Ages, a period of which the capital retains relatively few vestiges, as well as the famous Sorbonne University and Panthéon, once the highest vantage point in Paris. The only palace on the Left Bank, the Lutetia, is located not far from the Bon Marché, which awaits us in the 7tharrondissement.
In the 5th arrondissement, Parisians of all ages can go green by conquering the exotic garden of la Grande Mosquée de Paris, or by strolling through the iconic Jardin des Plantes, with its remarkable trees and the Museum d'Histoire Naturelle. For botany enthusiasts, don't miss the Square Viviani , home to the oldest tree in Paris, with its superb view over the Seine and Notre-Dame.
The 5th arrondissement is also packed with iconic institutions, including historic restaurants and gourmet patisseries that are sure to delight the sweet tooth. It's also home to intimate, confidential hotels that recall the charm of a Paris of yesteryear.
What to visit in Paris' 5th arrondissement? Museums, monuments and exhibitions of the moment!
Paris's 5th arrondissement plunges us into part of the famous Latin Quarter, revealing beautiful historic monuments as well as fascinating museums and a fine program of exhibitions. We reveal the cultural visits that await you in this arrondissement with its rich heritage! [Read more]
What to see in Paris' 5th arrondissement? Current shows, concerts & plays!
Looking for a show to see in Paris's 5th arrondissement? Concerts, theater, one-man shows and other artistic performances, here's what's on at the moment in the beautiful venues of this Parisian district. [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris 5: Where to eat in the 5th arrondissement? Our favorite places and recommendations
If you're looking for the perfect restaurant in Paris's 5th arrondissement, you've come to the right place! Follow the guide to discover our favorite places, our latest discoveries, and our top picks! [Read more]
Brunch Paris 5: Where to have brunch in the 5th arrondissement? Our favorite places and top picks
Between the Latin Quarter, the Arènes de Lutèce, and the Jardin des Plantes, the 5th arrondissement blends history and youth. It's the ideal neighborhood to enjoy a varied brunch, between old institutions and modern cafés popular with students and strollers. [Read more]
Bar Paris 5: Where to have a drink in the 5th arrondissement? Our favorite spots and recommendations
In Paris's 5th arrondissement, between the Latin Quarter and the Sorbonne, you can enjoy a drink in cafés steeped in history, cozy wine cellars, and discreet cocktail bars with timeless charm. [Read more]
Hotel Paris 5: Where to stay in the 5th arrondissement? Hotels, inns, and accommodations
Looking for a place to stay in Paris's 5th arrondissement? Here are the best addresses for hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in the district. [Read more]
Tulips and poppies, extraordinary blooms for the 400th anniversary of the Jardin des Plantes
To mark its 400th anniversary in 2026, the Jardin des Plantes is unveiling two waves of extraordinary blooms along its Grand Perspective, pairing tulips, anemones, and poppies from spring into summer. Already in bloom, the parterres are stunning right now and deserve a quick visit. [Read more]
The historic Val-de-Grâce Gardens: a sprawling green space reopened to the public this Tuesday
Starting Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Parisians will finally be able to stroll through the gardens of Val-de-Grâce once more, following extensive renovation work. This historic site, commissioned by Anne of Austria, has been restored to its original design, providing a beautiful new green respite in the heart of the city. [Read more]
Square René-Viviani, an unusual garden home to the oldest tree in Paris
Square René-Viviani is undoubtedly one of the most unusual parks in Paris. Located near the banks of the Seine, this garden is a green spot dotted with historical remains and offering views of Notre-Dame. It is even home to the oldest tree in Paris! [Read more]
Carnet rose: two baby red pandas are born at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris
It's certainly the cutest news of the moment: two little red pandas have been born at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. [Read more]
The Musée de Cluny's medieval garden: a bucolic journey back in time to the heart of the Middle Ages
In the heart of the Latin Quarter, behind the Musée de Cluny dedicated to the Middle Ages, nestles a pretty, bucolic garden accessible to all, with a view of the ruins: the Jardin Médiéval du Musée de Cluny. [Read more]
The beautiful Jardin des Plantes rose garden unveils its beautiful colors
The Roseraie du Jardin des Plantes, located along the Galerie de Minéralogie, to the right of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle or to the left if you're coming from the Seine, is a wonderful place to discover in spring and especially in June. With its 390 species of old and modern roses, it's a magnificent and free rose garden, in addition to the superb rosebushes that stand proudly in front of the Muséum. [Read more]
Le Tremblement de Terre: the seismic escape game at The Game
Escape game fans, mark your calendars! The Game, an establishment of the genre located near the Pantheon, has been offering its most vibrant escape game, Le Tremblement de Terre, since January 14, 2020. A new room in a brand-new space on rue de la Harpe, in the heart of Saint-Michel. [Read more]
The Wild West: our test of The Game's powder-scented escape game
Western and escape game fans are invited to The Game - Saint-Michel, in Paris's 5th arrondissement, to discover one of the establishment's most immersive rooms, the Far West. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
La Mission Spatiale: an interstellar escape game in Armageddon mode at The Game
The Game, an escape game near Jussieu, invites budding astronauts to discover a brand new room. Entitled The Space Mission, it plunges you into a disaster scenario worthy of the film Armageddon. [Read more]
The Game, an immersive escape game a stone's throw from Jussieu
Looking for a Team Building event? Celebrating your child's birthday? Want to strengthen your ties with your friends? That's what The Game, one of Paris's leading escape game operators, has to offer. A whole series of immersive rooms with a special emphasis on teamwork. And the icing on the cake: the establishment won the Best Brand Award at the Escape Game Awards 2023... A good reason to come and try out their rooms! [Read more]
The Pontoise swimming pool, this Art Deco jewel in Paris has reopened: prices, activities and squash
The legendary Pontoise swimming pool, an Art Deco jewel listed as a Monument Historique, reopened its doors in early December 2023 after extensive renovation work. Located at 19, rue Pontoise in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, this historic swimming pool, designed by the same architect as Molitor and Pailleron, invites you to discover its unique architecture and new facilities. Fitness, weight training and squash await you. [Read more]
Storm Cycling Club: the training center, coffeeshop and boutique for cycling enthusiasts
In the Saint-Victor district of Paris, the Storm Cycling Club brings together cycling enthusiasts in a multifunctional space, perfect for preparing or equipping them. [Read more]
Unusual: witness the feeding of the felines at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie
On certain days of the week, the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie invites you to take part in an exceptional experience in the fauverie, in the heart of the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie, by attending a feline meal. [Read more]
Le Métro, our test of The Game's 100% Parisian escape game
The Game invites escape game fans to discover one of the most unusual rooms, Le Métro, at its two locations in Cardinal Lemoine and Saint-Michel, in Paris's 5th arrondissement. What makes it special? A real RATP metro carriage. The room won first prize in the Ile-de-France region at the Escape Game Awards 2023. Ready for an underground adventure? [Read more]
Le Clos des Arènes, hidden vineyards in the heart of the Arènes de Lutèce in Paris
In the 5th arrondissement, the Arènes de Lutèce is one of those suspended places that still retains all its charm from ancient times. This is where you'll find some of the rarest vines in Paris, to be discovered adorned with beautiful bunches of grapes as the harvest season approaches. [Read more]
La Mission Secrète: our test of The Game's most secret escape game in Paris
Escape game fans, here's something to surprise you! The Game, an escape game store in the heart of Paris, offers you a new kind of experience - so to speak - with its new room... Entitled "La Mission Secrète" (The Secret Mission), it invites you to discover it without knowing anything about it beforehand! No theme, no information about the mission... That's the big surprise. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it (spoiler-free)! [Read more]
Bowling Mouffetard, the bowling and billiards complex in the 5th arrondissement
Are you in the 5th arrondissement and looking for a fun activity to do with family and friends? If you're a bowling fan, the choice is obvious: head for Bowling Mouffetard, located on rue Mouffetard, as its name suggests, and offering eight lanes for strike after strike, as well as pool tables and arcade terminals. [Read more]
Survive aboard the plane from The Game, the immersive escape game!
The Game, the immersive escape game that's one of the industry leaders in France, is offering a brand new room in its Paris premises, l'Avion, open since July 26, 2017. Do you dare to climb aboard? [Read more]
Casino heist: The Game's iconic escape game
The Game, one of the leading escape game establishments in Paris, has just renovated one of its most iconic rooms, Braquage au Casino. The heist of the century is now available! [Read more]
The Haunted Cinema, The Game's horrific escape game
Fancy a scare at the movies? As cinemas reopen on May 19, The Game, the capital's escape game brand, has decided to celebrate cinema in its own way with its brand new horrific room based around the 7th art, to be discovered as soon as the establishment reopens on June 9, 2021. [Read more]
Bank robbery at The Game, the immersive escape game!
Escape game fans, we've discovered The Game, an escape game located in the Jussieu district, which doesn't take the game lightly. Here, you have to rob a bank in less than an hour. So, are you up for the challenge? [Read more]
Solve the riddles of the Templars with The Game's Assassin's Creed escape game
Attention members of the Assassin's Brotherhood! Ubisoft has teamed up with Parisian escape game, The Game to make the Assassin's Creed video game real, and offer an opportunity to find the Templar treasure for Parisian assassins! The Game is resuming bookings for sessions from June 22, 2020. [Read more]
Things to do in the Saint-Michel, Panthéon, and Latin Quarter: Ideas for outings & great places to visit
How about a stroll around the Latin Quarter, the Panthéon and Saint-Michel, in the heart of Paris's 5th and 6th arrondissements? Here are some great tips and the best places to visit in the neighborhood! [Read more]
Things to do in the Saint-Michel, Panthéon, and Latin Quarter: Ideas for outings & great places to visit
