Marais Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marais - Pompidou - Notre Dame de Paris featuring modern architecture and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people
Marais - Pompidou - Notre Dame de Paris featuring modern architecture and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people
Marais featuring street scenes, cafe scenes and outdoor eating
Marais - Pompidou - Notre Dame de Paris which includes street performance
Marais - Pompidou - Notre Dame de Paris which includes modern architecture

Admire historic and architectural marvels and visit one of the largest museums of modern art in Europe in the 3rd and 4th Arrondissements of Paris.

Marais is a historic district known for stunning medieval-style buildings and a range of communities, cultures, charming bars and cafés. Admire modern and contemporary art in the Musée National d'Art Moderne’s vast collection. Tour the Notre Dame de Paris, a historic Catholic cathedral believed to be one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture.

Explore the Centre Pompidou, a large high-tech complex housing a public information library, a centre for music and acoustic research and a museum of modern art. Appreciate works by great artists including Matisse and Pablo Picasso at its Musée National d'Art Moderne. With over 100,000 works, this museum has one of the largest collections of modern art in Europe.

Wander through the bustling streets of Marais, the aristocratic district of Paris. Shop in vintage boutiques, relax in rustic taverns and dine in some of Paris’ finest restaurants. Explore the museums, art galleries and theatres. This historic area stretches over parts of the 3rd and 4th Arrondissements. It is filled with culture and considered one of the hippest areas of Paris.

Tour the Notre Dame de Paris, a stunning cathedral in the 4th Arrondissement. See the famous gargoyles at the front of the cathedral. Admire the exquisite statue of Joan of Arc and the beautiful rose windows. Notice carved wooden stalls, statues and stunning religious artwork inside the cathedral. This French Gothic masterpiece was completed in the early 14th century.

Find the Notre Dame de Paris via the Paris RER express train lines or the Paris Metro. Get off at the Cité metro station if using the Paris Metro. Walk from the Notre Dame de Paris to Centre Pompidou in about 15 minutes. The Marais district is also walking distance from both the Notre Dame and the Pompidou.

Begin or end your walk through the lively streets of Marais by climbing the bell tower at the Notre Dame de Paris for spectacular views of Paris from the top.


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Our pick of the best Marais Hotel Deals

Hotel Turenne Le Marais

Hotel Turenne Le Marais

3 out of 5
6 Rue De Turenne Paris Paris
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Great location with easy access to the train, restaurants and the a quiet street.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Turenne Le Marais
Pavillon de la Reine & Spa, Place des Vosges

Pavillon de la Reine & Spa, Place des Vosges

5 out of 5
28 Place Des Vosges Paris Paris
The price is AU$927 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$927
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (686 reviews)
Excellent stay! Fantastic breakfast, very friendly staff, and very comfortable room. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Pavillon de la Reine & Spa, Place des Vosges
Villa Beaumarchais

Villa Beaumarchais

4 out of 5
5 Rue Des Arquebusiers Paris Paris
The price is AU$354 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$354
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (862 reviews)
Room was clean but outdated, all staff were helpful

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Villa Beaumarchais
Hôtel de La Herse d'Or

Hôtel de La Herse d'Or

3 out of 5
20 Rue Saint Antoine Paris Paris
The price is AU$212 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$212
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Notre-Dame and Louvre Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
We had an excellent stay here! Felt very safe. Staff were very welcoming and kind. The balcony and view is very romantic. Would have easily been a 5 star stay; however, the bathroom had a very foul potent smell that slowly got worse throughout the day. When the bathroom was cleaned the next day, ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hôtel de La Herse d'Or
Hotel du Vieux Saule

Hotel du Vieux Saule

3 out of 5
6 Rue De Picardie Paris Paris
The price is AU$180 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$180
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (609 reviews)
They need to add blackout shades. There is also very little insulation so I could hear conversations in the next room that kept me awake at night, and banging doors and elevator noise woke me up in the morning.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Hotel du Vieux Saule
9Confidentiel

9Confidentiel

4 out of 5
58 Rue du Roi de Sicile Paris
The price is AU$383 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$383
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (532 reviews)
Amazing!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

9Confidentiel
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Other neighbourhoods around Marais

Palais Royale

Les Halles

Noted for its churches and art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Les Halles. Top attractions like Les Halles and Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Les Halles Station or Etienne Marcel Station to see more of the city.

Les Halles
Sorbonne showing heritage architecture, street scenes and a fountain

Sorbonne

Consider exploring the stunning river views in Sorbonne. If sightseeing is on the list, Panthéon is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of the area.

Sorbonne
Paris nighttime views are the best. From the bridge at Pont Neuf you can see it all!

Quartier de la Monnaie

Visitors often come to Quartier de la Monnaie for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like Île de la Cité and Seine. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Saint-Michel Station.

Quartier de la Monnaie
Paris City Centre which includes a fountain, street scenes and heritage architecture

Paris City Center

4/5(1 area review)

Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame are a few top attractions in Paris City Center. Hop around the city on the metro at Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro Station or Louvre - Rivoli Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and charming cafes.

Paris City Center
Quartier Latin featuring street scenes

Latin Quarter

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

Enjoy the charming cafes in Latin Quarter. Panthéon is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of Paris.

Latin Quarter
French Academy showing heritage elements, signage and heritage architecture

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

5/5(33 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Check out top attractions like Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres and Place Saint-Germain-des-Pres, and jump on the metro at Mabillon Station or Saint-Germain-des-Pres Station to see more of the city.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés


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