Marais Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large public square with a modern architectural structure featuring red and white elements. There is a large billboard advertising an event.
Outdoor cafe seating, a street with parked bicycles, and a building with a sign reading "Le Barbou."
A person in a clown costume with a striped scarf, holding a balloon pump.
A complex industrial structure with metal scaffolding, pipes, and a central orange box.
A historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central courtyard, and well-manicured hedges.

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
The price is NZ$364 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$364
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved our stay, rooms were clean, beds very comfortable. Staff were so helpful. Air conditioning made for a great stay. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Hotel Turenne Le Marais
Villa Beaumarchais

Villa Beaumarchais

4 out of 5
5 Rue Des Arquebusiers Paris Paris
The price is NZ$477 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$477
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (953 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Location is amazing. Very clean and comfortable room."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Villa Beaumarchais
Hôtel Castex

Hôtel Castex

3 out of 5
5 Rue Castex Paris Paris
The price is NZ$281 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$281
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Hôtel Castex
Hôtel Jeanne d'Arc Le Marais

Hôtel Jeanne d'Arc Le Marais

3 out of 5
3, rue de Jarente Paris
The price is NZ$316 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$316
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hôtel Jeanne d'Arc 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 NZ$1,137 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$1,137
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (726 reviews)
"It is such a lovely oasis of a property nestled within the most beautiful Place in Paris, Place de Voges. Very chic, yet cozy and welcoming. Breakfast outdoor on the private garden patio is divine. Ending the busy day with a cocktail in the bar off the lobby, so luxe. I adored everything about my ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Pavillon de la Reine & Spa, Place des Vosges
Hotel du Vieux Marais

Hotel du Vieux Marais

3 out of 5
8 rue du Plâtre Paris
The price is NZ$301 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$301
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel du Vieux Marais
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Our guide on where to stay in Marais

Find the best Marais areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Marais
Learn more about Marais

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.

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.

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.

Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois

Museums, historical sites and river views highlight some notable features of Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois. Make a stop by Louvre Museum or Louvre Pyramid while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Louvre - Rivoli Station or Pont Neuf Station to get around town.

Champs-Élysées

You might enjoy the river views while in Champs-Élysées. Champs-Élysées is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Franklin D. Roosevelt Metro Station or Champs-Élysées - Clemenceau Station to see more of the city.



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