What to do in the Louvre-Rivoli, Palais-Royal and Tuileries districts: Our best addresses

Published by Manon de Sortiraparis · Photos by Laurent de Sortiraparis · Published on October 28, 2024 at 04:42 p.m.
On the lookout for good addresses in the Louvre, Rue de Rivoli and Palais-Royal districts? Here they are!

The Louvre-Rivoli district is a little Parisian gem. Located right in the heart of the capital, it's an architectural masterpiece, a living postcard that never gets old. It represents the Paris of all fantasies, with its long Rue de Rivoli with its famous columns running alongside the Louvre Museum, its majestic churches, its many museums and its large parks and gardens that invite you to relax and unwind right in the center of Paris.

Follow the guide to make the most of this central, not-to-be-missed district of the capital! We'll tell you all about the must-see monuments, the museums you can visit to learn more, the lush gardens for a bucolic break near the Palais-Royal, as well as anecdotes about the history and heritage of these streets.

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Where to go out in the Louvre-Rivoli and Palais Royal district, our tips and best addresses:

  • Discover the history of the district

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  • For a stroll

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  • For a treat

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  • To rest

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  • To cultivate yourself

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Just a stone's throw from the Jardin des Tuileries and the Louvre Pyramid, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs occupies the Rohan and Marsan wings of the Palais du Louvre, with permanent collections and temporary exhibitions that are a must-see for all Paris design enthusiasts. [Read more]

Seth se la joue, l'exposition de street-art ludique pour les enfants, au musée en Herbe - nos photos - IMG20230607130317Seth se la joue, l'exposition de street-art ludique pour les enfants, au musée en Herbe - nos photos - IMG20230607130317Seth se la joue, l'exposition de street-art ludique pour les enfants, au musée en Herbe - nos photos - IMG20230607130317Seth se la joue, l'exposition de street-art ludique pour les enfants, au musée en Herbe - nos photos - IMG20230607130317 The Musée en Herbe, a child-sized cultural venue in the Marais district of Paris
In the Marais district of Paris, the Musée en Herbe offers the youngest visitors a chance to discover art, through fun, interactive exhibitions for young and old alike, aged 3 to 103. [Read more]

Guillon LethièreGuillon LethièreGuillon LethièreGuillon Lethière Guillon Lethière, born in Guadeloupe: the Musée du Louvre retrospective exhibition
The Musée du Louvre honors an unjustly forgotten painter: from November 13, 2024 to February 17, 2025, discover Guillon Lethière, born in Guadeloupe. [Read more]

Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00015Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00015Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00015Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00015 L'intime, de la chambre aux réseaux sociaux: the exhibition that questions our secret gardens at MAD
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs invites us into our most personal, intimate spaces, in a major exhibition presented from October 15, 2024 to March 30, 2025. Come and visit "L'intime, de la chambre aux réseaux sociaux". [Read more]

Figures du fou au musée du Louvre : l'exposition loufoque à découvrir - DSC 1391Figures du fou au musée du Louvre : l'exposition loufoque à découvrir - DSC 1391Figures du fou au musée du Louvre : l'exposition loufoque à découvrir - DSC 1391Figures du fou au musée du Louvre : l'exposition loufoque à découvrir - DSC 1391 Figures du fou at the Musée du Louvre: a zany exhibition to discover - our photos
Are you crazy? Yes, we are! Everyone's crazy in the Louvre Museum's new exhibition, Figures du Fou: du Moyen-Âge aux Romantiques, on view from October 16, 2024 to February 3, 2025. A plunge into the history of the madman and his representation through the ages. [Read more]

Exposition événement Revoir Watteau au musée du Louvre, autour de la figure de Pierrot - DSC 1446Exposition événement Revoir Watteau au musée du Louvre, autour de la figure de Pierrot - DSC 1446Exposition événement Revoir Watteau au musée du Louvre, autour de la figure de Pierrot - DSC 1446Exposition événement Revoir Watteau au musée du Louvre, autour de la figure de Pierrot - DSC 1446 Exhibition event Revoir Watteau at the Musée du Louvre, around the figure of Pierrot - our photos
Following restoration of the work, art lovers are invited to rediscover Antoine Watteau's masterpiece "Le Pierrot, dit Le Gilles" in a new exhibition at the Musée du Louvre, from October 16, 2024 to February 3, 2025. A character who has been the subject of much ink... And a lot of paint! [Read more]

Ito Meikyū, l'exposition en réalité virtuelle de Boris Labbé au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 0467Ito Meikyū, l'exposition en réalité virtuelle de Boris Labbé au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 0467Ito Meikyū, l'exposition en réalité virtuelle de Boris Labbé au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 0467Ito Meikyū, l'exposition en réalité virtuelle de Boris Labbé au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 0467 Ito Meikyū, Boris Labbé's virtual reality exhibition at Drawing Lab in Paris - our photos
Attention exhibition and virtual reality fans! The Drawing Lab invites you to discover its VR exhibition, imagined by Boris Labbé, "Ito Meikyū", from October 11, 2024 to January 5, 2025. Inspired by Japanese art and literature, this interactive work invites you to wander freely through a digital labyrinth where drawings, fractal architectures and animated scenes intersect. [Read more]

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It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors to all visitors free of charge on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: November 1, 2024. [Read more]

Exposition « Révélation ! Art contemporain du Bénin » à la Conciergerie  -  A7C3238Exposition « Révélation ! Art contemporain du Bénin » à la Conciergerie  -  A7C3238Exposition « Révélation ! Art contemporain du Bénin » à la Conciergerie  -  A7C3238Exposition « Révélation ! Art contemporain du Bénin » à la Conciergerie  -  A7C3238 The exhibition Révélation ! Contemporary art from Benin, unveiled at the Conciergerie
La Conciergerie welcomes contemporary artists from Benin, from October 4 2024 to January 5 2025, for an original exhibition entitled "Révélation ! Contemporary art from Benin". Discover the images of this exhibition-event! [Read more]

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On the occasion of Paris Photo, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs unveils the exhibition "La Mode en Modèles. Photographs from the 1920s-1930s", from November 6, 2024 to January 26, 2025. Much more than just fashion clichés, these photographs were formidable weapons against counterfeiting at a time when Haute Couture was booming. [Read more]

Exposition ChristofleExposition ChristofleExposition ChristofleExposition Christofle Christofle: Une Brillante Histoire, the goldsmith's house's sublime exhibition at MAD Paris
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs is preparing to light up your autumn with the exhibition "Christofle: A Brilliant History", from November 14, 2024 to April 20, 2025. Discover how this legendary house has reinvented the art of goldsmithing since the 1830s, through 100 dazzling pieces - from cutlery to jewelry to contemporary art - deployed in a magical immersive scenography. [Read more]

  • For your entertainment

Visuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - théâtre du ChâteletVisuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - théâtre du ChâteletVisuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - théâtre du ChâteletVisuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - théâtre du Châtelet Théâtre du Châtelet: a historic setting in the heart of Paris
The Théâtre du Chatelet is a historic venue in the heart of Paris, where the art of entertainment transcends the ages. We reveal its history and programming! [Read more]

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With 37 rooms and forty movies played, UGC Ciné Cité Les Halles is the biggest movie theater in the heart of Paris, and the biggest movie theater when it comes to rooms in France. [Read more]

L'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt, la pièce sur la vie de l'actriceL'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt, la pièce sur la vie de l'actriceL'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt, la pièce sur la vie de l'actriceL'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt, la pièce sur la vie de l'actrice L'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt, the play about the actress' life - our review
L'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt plays at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal from August 27 to December 22, 2024. The play tells the wild story of the French actress, painter and sculptor. [Read more]

Le Suicidé : la comédie déjantée de La Comédie-Française Le Suicidé : la comédie déjantée de La Comédie-Française Le Suicidé : la comédie déjantée de La Comédie-Française Le Suicidé : la comédie déjantée de La Comédie-Française Le Suicidé: La Comédie-Française's wacky comedy - our review
Le Suicidé is La Comédie Française's new production, on view from October 11 to February 2, 2025. Contrary to appearances, this new play is a slapstick comedy, denouncing society's postures. Here's our review. [Read more]

Les Misérables au Théâtre du Châtelet : un nouvelle production en français fin 2024Les Misérables au Théâtre du Châtelet : un nouvelle production en français fin 2024Les Misérables au Théâtre du Châtelet : un nouvelle production en français fin 2024Les Misérables au Théâtre du Châtelet : un nouvelle production en français fin 2024 Les Misérables: a new production of the musical at the Théâtre du Châtelet
Discover the new French production of Les Misérables at the Théâtre du Châtelet from November 22 to December 31, 2024. This timeless musical has reached 130 million spectators. [Read more]

Mystery Game : un jeu d'enquête immersif à la ConciergerieMystery Game : un jeu d'enquête immersif à la ConciergerieMystery Game : un jeu d'enquête immersif à la ConciergerieMystery Game : un jeu d'enquête immersif à la Conciergerie Mystery Game: a thrilling, immersive investigation at the Conciergerie
Strange phenomena have been observed at the Conciergerie... Ghost hunters, it's up to you! Come and investigate in the most gothic of atmospheres, with the Conciergerie Mystery Game in Paris. An adventure that plunges you into the monument's dark dungeons... [Read more]

Edmond d'Alexis Michalik au théâtre du Palais Royal Edmond d'Alexis Michalik au théâtre du Palais Royal Edmond d'Alexis Michalik au théâtre du Palais Royal Edmond d'Alexis Michalik au théâtre du Palais Royal Edmond by Alexis Michalik at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in October 2024: our review
Edmond, Alexis Michalik's third play, premiered at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in 2016, is still running at the Théâtre du Ier Arrondissement. After more than 5 Molières awards, the play returns from October 11 to December 22, 2024. [Read more]

Intérieur de la Comédie-Française en 1790Intérieur de la Comédie-Française en 1790Intérieur de la Comédie-Française en 1790Intérieur de la Comédie-Française en 1790 Molière's L'Avare: the cult play at the Comédie-Française
L'Avare, one of Molière's best-known comedies, returns to the Comédie-Française for its third consecutive season. The play, directed by Lilo Baur, is a re-visited classic, set in the aftermath of the Second World War. [Read more]

Le théâtre du Palais-Royal, un théâtre historique au cœur de Paris Le théâtre du Palais-Royal, un théâtre historique au cœur de Paris Le théâtre du Palais-Royal, un théâtre historique au cœur de Paris Le théâtre du Palais-Royal, un théâtre historique au cœur de Paris The Palais-Royal, a historic theater in the heart of Paris
The Palais-Royal theater, located opposite the Palais-Royal gardens, has been in existence since the 17th century. Today, the magnificent hall, all velvet and gilding, is the setting for successful plays. [Read more]

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The Comédie Francaise, founded over three centuries ago, is a French cultural institution. Since 1799, it has been located in the heart of Paris, at the Palais-Royal station in the 1st arrondissement. [Read more]

  • For shopping

La Samaritaine se dévoile en photos !La Samaritaine se dévoile en photos !La Samaritaine se dévoile en photos !La Samaritaine se dévoile en photos ! Samaritaine Paris: the historic store's shopping and dining areas and events
La Samaritaine reopened its doors in 2021 after 16 years of renovation. Discover its shopping, beauty and restaurant areas. You'll love strolling around, enjoying the tea rooms and discovering the majestic staircase and window displays. [Read more]

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Comptoir Sud Pacifique is an independent French niche perfumery. Its two Paris boutiques - located in the 1st and 6th arrondissements - bring together perfumes, scented candles and fashion accessories. [Read more]

  • Keeping in shape

Run for Girls, la première course solidaire pour les droits des filles, au Bois de BoulogneRun for Girls, la première course solidaire pour les droits des filles, au Bois de BoulogneRun for Girls, la première course solidaire pour les droits des filles, au Bois de BoulogneRun for Girls, la première course solidaire pour les droits des filles, au Bois de Boulogne Mind Runs: free sessions combining sport and well-being to stay healthy
Paris, bouge ton esprit is a program launched in the capital to encourage Parisians to take part in sports, to look after their bodies as well as their mental health. Every Thursday, take part in workshops to get you started! [Read more]

  • Family fun

Musée de l'Orangerie - Vue d'ensembleMusée de l'Orangerie - Vue d'ensembleMusée de l'Orangerie - Vue d'ensembleMusée de l'Orangerie - Vue d'ensemble Stop the thief of the Orangery Museum: investigate with your family at the museum!
The Musée de l'Orangerie is easy to visit with the whole family: not only do children enjoy the young visitors' trail, with 15 short stories in the permanent collections, but families can now solve a real investigation on audioguide, with the brand new Musée de l'Orangerie game! [Read more]

  • For a good time with friends:

Le Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde : immersion geek et pop culture au cœur de ParisLe Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde : immersion geek et pop culture au cœur de ParisLe Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde : immersion geek et pop culture au cœur de ParisLe Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde : immersion geek et pop culture au cœur de Paris Le Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde : geek and pop culture immersion in the heart of Paris
Discover Le Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde, a unique place in Paris where fans of pop culture, board games and fictional universes meet. Dive into this unusual space offering cultural events, eclectic decoration and a cocktail and restaurant menu that reflects its inspirations. [Read more]

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Visuels Musée du LouvreVisuels Musée du LouvreVisuels Musée du LouvreVisuels Musée du Louvre What to do in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Good places to go and what's on!
Located right in the historic heart of the capital, the 1st arrondissement of Paris is home to some of the finest jewels of the City of Light. Between the Louvre Museum, the banks of the Seine, the Place Vendôme, the Halles district, the Samaritaine and the emblematic Tuileries Gardens bordered by the Rue de Rivoli, it's time to conquer the good addresses and superb ideas for outings that currently await us in this sublime district of Paris. [Read more]

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