Le Marais

Le Marais or the Marais district is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Paris. But don't let the word "old" fool you. This is one of the most vibrant areas of the city, a melting pot of cultures where you'll find museums, unique shops, restaurants, and LGBT bars.

It is located on the right bank of the Seine River and is characterized by its colorida oferta cultural.

In ancient times this area of Paris was a swampy zone, hence its name "the marsh."

After the construction of the famous Place des Vosges, the neighborhood began to attract the city's noble class, who built the preciosos palacetes y mansiones that we can still see in the district today. Then, during the French Revolution the nobility was forced to abandon their homes, which were then taken over by comerciantes y artesanos who adapted them to their own way of life.

Today, the square Place Des Vosges (Place des Vosges) is still one of the most popular spots in Le Marais to sit and enjoy people watching.

About a 15-minute walk from Place des Vosges you will find the Anne Frank Garden, where a graft of the chestnut tree that Anne Frank admired from her home (now the Museum House) in Amsterdam was planted.

What to See in Le Marais

At number 6 on the Place des Vosges you can visit the Victor Hugo's House. And at Rue de Thorigny 5, you can visit the Picasso Museum in Paris.

You can also stop by the Museo Carnavalet, focused on telling the history of Paris from the earliest records to the present day; you'll find it at number 23 on Rue de Sévigné.

Stroll through the popular Rue des Rosiers and the Rue des Écouffes, the heart of Paris's historic Jewish quarter, where you'll find popular spots to eat, including the must-try famous shawarmas of Le Marais and the pastrami sandwiches at Florence Kahn and Schwartz's.

For casual dining or picking up fresh produce, you can also head to the market Marché des Enfants Rouges, the oldest covered food market in Paris.

For shopping, include a stroll along the shopping streets Rue des Francs-Bourgeois and Rue Vieille du Temple.

A Paris neighborhood with many mezclas y contrastes interesantes things to see in Paris.

If this appeals to you, you won't want to miss the chance to stay in the area. Check out our page on Hotels in Le Marais, which you can always compare with the other places we recommend for accommodation in Paris.