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Paris districts — where to stay and what to see

Paris is best explored district by district — each has its own pace, transport links and cluster of attractions. Below is every district we cover, ordered by how many attractions sit in it.

19districts

38attractions

Other districts

Each of these districts is built around one signature attraction. Worth a half-day visit if it matches your interests.

8th Arrondissement (Champs-Élysées)

👥 The 8th arrondissement suits travelers w

4th Arrondissement (Beaubourg — Île de la Cité)

👥 This area suits travelers who want to st

7th Arrondissement (Eiffel Tower)

👥 This area suits first-time visitors, fam

Montmartre

👥 Montmartre suits travellers who enjoy at

1st Arrondissement (Louvre — Tuileries)

👥 The 1st arrondissement suits first-time

Versailles

👥 Versailles suits travellers who value qu

6th Arrondissement (Saint-Germain)

👥 Saint-Germain suits travellers who want

5th Arrondissement (Latin Quarter)

👥 The 5th arrondissement suits travellers

Bois de Boulogne

👥 The Bois de Boulogne suits people who va

16th Arrondissement

👥 The 16th arrondissement suits travellers

11th Arrondissement

👥 The 11th arrondissement suits travellers

19th Arrondissement

👥 The 19th arrondissement suits travellers

3rd Arrondissement (Le Marais)

👥 The 3rd arrondissement suits travellers

15th Arrondissement

👥 The 15th arrondissement suits families,

Saint-Denis

👥 Saint-Denis suits travelers who want mor

Vincennes

👥 Vincennes suits travellers and residents

14th Arrondissement

👥 The 14th arrondissement suits travellers

9th Arrondissement (Opéra)

👥 The 9th arrondissement suits travellers

20th Arrondissement

👥 The 20th arrondissement suits travellers

FAQ

Which districts in Paris are best for tourists?

We cover 19 districts with attractions.

How many districts are in this guide?

19: 8th Arrondissement (Champs-Élysées), 4th Arrondissement (Beaubourg — Île de la Cité), 7th Arrondissement (Eiffel Tower), Montmartre, 1st Arrondissement (Louvre — Tuileries), Versailles and others.

Where should a first-time visitor stay in Paris?

Pick one of the main districts: 8th Arrondissement (Champs-Élysées), 4th Arrondissement (Beaubourg — Île de la Cité), 7th Arrondissement (Eiffel Tower).