Le Marais
Neighbourhood · Le Marais, Paris

Le Marais

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Le Marais developed in the Middle Ages and retains many 17th-century buildings. It includes the Jewish quarter around Rue des Rosiers and the Place des Vosges. Key sights are the Picasso Museum and the Carnavalet Museum.

On day 3 of Paris in Spring

Good to know

Tickets
Streets and public areas require no tickets.
Time needed
Three to four hours for a first visit.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Metro stations Saint-Paul or Hotel de Ville on lines 1 and 11.

Itineraries with Le Marais

Day 3 of Paris in Spring

Le Marais

How Le Marais fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Musée d'Art et d'Histoire du JudaïsmeLe Marais
  2. 12:15Le Marais walking tourLe Marais
  3. 14:30Place des VosgesPlace des Vosges
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Le Marais questions

What is Le Marais known for?

Le Marais is known for its preserved historic architecture, the Place des Vosges and its mix of museums and boutiques.

Is Le Marais safe to visit?

Yes, it is a busy central area with normal city precautions advised at night.

What to see in Le Marais?

Visit the Place des Vosges, the Picasso Museum and walk the narrow streets around Rue des Rosiers.

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