Neighbourhood · France · Île-de-France
Le Marais
Historic quarter of mansions, falafel stands and boutique shops.
For storytellers
Why Le Marais matters
Le Marais escaped the 19th-century rebuilding of Paris, so it still has narrow medieval streets and grand mansions. Today it is a stylish district of independent boutiques, galleries and cafés. Sunday afternoon is lively, with many shops open.
Talking points
- Many mansions here now hold museums.
- The area has a long Jewish heritage and a famous falafel street.
- Browse independent boutiques and galleries.
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