Best Le Marais Shopping: Streets and Stores You Can’t Miss!

Best Le Marais Shopping: Streets and Stores You Can’t Miss!

In the heart of Paris, Le Marais stands as a treasure trove of eclectic boutiques, artisanal shops, and high-end luxury stores, melding history with contemporary chic in an atmosphere that’s undeniably Parisian. With its winding, narrow streets, you could easily lose an entire day—and find a whole new wardrobe—while shopping in this storied Parisian neighborhood….

7 Best Museums in Le Marais, Paris

7 Best Museums in Le Marais, Paris

Paris is known for its iconic attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. However, there is another charming neighborhood that deserves attention: Le Marais. Nestled in the heart of Paris, this historic district is home to some of the city’s best museums that showcase art, history, architecture, and technology. Le…

3rd arrondissement Paris

3rd arrondissement Paris

The 3rd arrondissement of Paris, part of the historic district known as Le Marais, is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture, vibrant art scene, and diverse community. With its narrow, winding streets filled with boutiques, galleries, and cafes, the area is popular among both visitors and locals. The 3rd arrondissement has a bohemian, creative atmosphere,…

Wild & The Moon: Healthy Food in Paris

Wild & The Moon: Healthy Food in Paris

Wild & The Moon is a chain of healthy eateries with multiple locations in Paris, France. It focuses on providing organic, plant-based, and gluten-free food, including smoothies, juices, salads, and desserts. The ingredients are locally sourced, and the menu is designed with health-conscious choices. Wild & The Moon emphasizes sustainability and environmental responsibility in both…

Carnavalet Museum – learn about the history of Paris for free!

Carnavalet Museum – learn about the history of Paris for free!

The Carnavalet Museum, officially known as Musée Carnavalet Histoire de Paris, is dedicated to the history of Paris, France. Located in the Marais neighborhood, its vast collection showcases Parisian history from its origins to the present day. The museum is one of the best museums in Le Marais to visit. It’s housed inside two historic…

10 Best Hotels in Le Marais, Paris

10 Best Hotels in Le Marais, Paris

Ah, Le Marais! A historic heart of Paris, where cobblestone streets whisper tales of epochs past, intertwining with the chic boutiques and vibrant cafes that define its present. Nestled between the 3rd and 4th arrondissements, this dynamic neighborhood is a delightful blend of old-world charm and modern elegance. Many seasoned travelers agree that the Marais…

Fontaine des Haudriettes: a small fountain in Paris’ 3rd district

Fontaine des Haudriettes: a small fountain in Paris’ 3rd district

I have always loved this small fountain located on an inconspicuous street corner of Le Marais in Paris. There is a beautiful sculpture relief depicting a woman with her back turned that reminds me of one of my favorite paintings at the Louvre, The Grande Odalisque, 1814 by Jean Auguste Dominique. The base relief is…

French National Archives Museum (Musée des Archives Nationales)

French National Archives Museum (Musée des Archives Nationales)

One of the best free things to do in Paris is visit the Musée des Archives Nationales, located in the Le Marais neighborhood of the 3rd arrondissement. The French National Archive Museum in Paris houses thousands of historical records and artifacts that shaped the history of France as a country. Housed in the ​​Hôtel de…

Marché des Enfants Rouges

Marché des Enfants Rouges

The Paris Enfants Rouges market has been open since 1615 – making it the oldest covered food market in all of Paris! Located in the trendy Haut Marais area, it attracts chefs and locals from all over the city. The market’s name, which translates to “Market of the Red Children,” is derived from the red uniforms…

Ob-la-Di Café

Ob-la-Di Café

Ob-la-Di Café is the perfect place to begin your day in the Marais district of Paris: I opted for a large latte and banana bread. Sit on a stool opposite a white marble countertop and enjoy! Ob-la-Di Café54 Rue de Saintonge75003 Paris, France

Haut Marais Paris: a trendy micro-neighborhood within the 3ème

Haut Marais Paris: a trendy micro-neighborhood within the 3ème

Le Haut Marais(meaning “Upper Marais” in French) is a micro-neighborhood in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, France. The Haut Marais neighborhood in Paris encompasses roughly the area between Rue de Bretagne and Place de la République, in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris. It is an extension of the historic Marais district, which is known for…

Boot Café

Boot Café

After a long closure due to Covid, one of my favorite Marais coffee shops, the Boot Café has finally reopened! Things are tiny in Paris, and this café is no exception. Boot Café is a charming little hole-in-the-wall café in the Marais neighborhood of Paris, le 3ème. With pretty flowers, green stools, and soft wooden…

Derrière Restaurant Paris

Derrière Restaurant Paris

Derrière is a restaurant I discovered this summer by walking by it. It’s somewhat hidden on a beautiful side street in the chic Marais district. Once you find the doors, walk through the courtyard and you’ll find the entrance straight ahead. I had lunch here the other day and arrived right at the opening at…