Bastille Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A nighttime marina with boats docked, a bridge, and illuminated buildings.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a river with boats, and a stone wall.
A tall monument with a statue on top, surrounded by trees and buildings.
A statue atop a green column with intricate carvings.
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A tall green monument with a golden statue on top and a red sign with white text on a pole to the left.
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A tall, ornate monument with a statue on top, surrounded by buildings and a fence.

Place de la Bastille

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Learn about the local history of Paris when you take a trip to Place de la Bastille. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Disneyland® Paris Tickets

Disneyland® Paris Tickets

NZ$184
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Disneyland® Paris Tickets
Bateaux-Mouches Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River

Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River

NZ$34
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River
The Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show - Féerie

The Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show - Féerie

NZ$349
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show - Féerie
Reserved Quick Access to the Louvre with Mona Lisa & Optional Upgrades

Louvre Museum Reserved Access & Optional Upgrades

NZ$158
per adult
Louvre Museum Reserved Access & Optional Upgrades
Tour guide speaking to tourists in front of the Eiffel tower

Eiffel Tower Morning Access with Expert Guide & Summit Option

NZ$90
per adult
Eiffel Tower Morning Access with Expert Guide & Summit Option
Eiffel Tower Tour by Elevator

Eiffel Tower Tour by Elevator

NZ$126
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Eiffel Tower Tour by Elevator
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Our guide on where to stay in Bastille

Find the best Bastille areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The Louvre Museum's courtyard with the iconic glass pyramid.

Paris City Center

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.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central courtyard, and well-manicured hedges.

Marais

Travellers love Marais for its popular shops, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Saint-Paul Station or Saint-Sebastien - Froissart Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Picasso Museum and Place des Vosges.

A historic building with a large garden and people sitting and walking around.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

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

A statue of a woman holding a child in a park with a large building in the background.

6th Arrondissement

Known for its beautiful gardens and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in 6th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Luxembourg Gardens and Marche Saint-Germain, and jump on the metro at Saint-Sulpice Station or Mabillon Station to see more of the city.

A historic building with large columns and a statue, surrounded by people.

7th Arrondissement

7th Arrondissement is highly notable for its charming cafes, and you might want to visit top sights like Eiffel Tower and Rodin Museum. See more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Solferino Station or Assemblee Nationale Station.

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