Located on the Left Bank, Paris's 6th arrondissement is a cultural district with museums, theater, restaurants and cinema. It's brimming with places to discover or re-discover for regulars.
The 6th arrondissement is home to some of the capital's most emblematic theaters. From the Théâtre de l'Odéon to the Théâtre du Lucernaire and many more, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to shows. Comedy clubs are also beginning to make a name for themselves in the area, such as Dame's Comedy Club, located in theHotel Dame des Arts. As you can see, the 6th arrondissement is well worth a visit, both inside and out. A chance to stroll through the lively and historic Saint Germain des Prés district, then discover a new play at the Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier .
From concerts and musicals to performance art, dance shows and comedy, there's plenty to see in Paris's 6th arrondissement. Here, we reveal the history of the cult venues in this Parisian neighborhood, as well as what's on at the moment. The choice is yours! And don't forget to stay tuned for more ideas on what to see in Paris' 6th arrondissement: this page is updated as we make announcements and discoveries!
Dame's Comedy Club, the brand-new comedy club at Hôtel Dame des Arts
Dame's Comedy Club opened its doors last March. The comedy club welcomes the public every other Tuesday at 8 p.m., for 1 h 15 of shows featuring comedy talent. [Read more]
Le Lucernaire: a cinema-theatre and restaurant in the Montparnasse district
Cinema, theater, bar or restaurant... they're all at Le Lucernaire! If you're in the mood for something a little out of the ordinary, head for the 6th arrondissement of Paris, where art meets art in all its forms. [Read more]
The Comédie-Française, a theatrical institution in Paris
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]
Théâtre de l'Odéon, a historic cultural treasure in the heart of Paris
The Théâtre de l'Odéon (or Théâtre de l'Europe), located not far from the Jardin du Luxembourg, is a Parisian heritage treasure that catches the eye with its beautiful neoclassical façade. We reveal the history of this Parisian cultural jewel! [Read more]
Renaissance Aesthetics: Peter Weiss's novel adapted for the stage
L'Esthétique de la résistance, the novel by Peter Weiss, is to be discovered or rediscovered at the theater in an adaptation by Sylvain Creuzevault. Playing at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon, it runs from March 1 to 16, 2025. [Read more]
Lumière! the play that lets you discover the history of electricity, extended
How about taking a step back in time to understand history? That's what Théâtre Lucernaire is proposing with Lumière! which runs until March 2, 2025. The play revisits the history of the invention of electricity: Edison, Westinghouse, Tesla; we meet the great names who changed history. [Read more]
The Great Fear and Misery of the Third Reich: Bertolt Brecht's poignant political play
German playwright and writer Bertolt Bretch examines the rise of fascism in 1930s Germany in his play Grand-peur et misère du IIIe Reich. The play runs at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon from January 11 to February 7, 2024. [Read more]
Gargantua, the play adapted from Rabelais, returns to the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse
Gargantua, a classic to relive the epicurean work of French literature, returns to the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse in Paris, from January 6 to March 3, 2025, every Monday at 9pm. [Read more]
We Call It Tango: a passionate Argentine dance show in the heart of Paris
If you love tango, enjoy a real performance of this Argentinian dance that tells a beautiful love story in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, with a piano-bandoneon duo. [Read more]
We call it Flamenco: the exceptional Spanish dance show in Paris
Flamenco fans, you're in for a treat, as an authentic Spanish dance show comes to the capital. A true immersion in Spanish culture, for one evening! [Read more]
