From Saint-Honoré to Place Vendôme, this district of Paris is internationally renowned. It has everything to please visiting tourists, with its many luxury addresses and boutiques set alongside buildings of typically Parisian architecture.
If you fancy a stroll through the neighborhood, then get your wallet ready, because whether it's pastry shops, tearooms, restaurants or boutiques, you're going to need to have your wallet well hung to indulge yourself on this side of Paris. But the corner of Rue Saint-Honoré and Place Vendôme is also a place steeped inParisian history, which we also suggest you discover, and which won't cost you a penny.
Let's head for this trendy district that perfectly represents luxury à la française. Follow the guide!
History of Place Vendôme
Before it became the luxurious square we know today, Place Vendôme was a resolutely political place. And the beautiful Vendôme column wasn't always in place... Here's a look back at the square's eventful history. [Read more]
Restaurants in the Saint-Honoré district and Place Vendôme, our top addresses
Here you'll find the best restaurants in the Saint-Honoré and Place Vendôme districts to stop at during your walk around the area. [Read more]
L'Émil, the authentic Parisian brasserie Paris 1er
We're off to Paris's 1st arrondissement to discover Brasserie Émil, a typical Parisian restaurant with an art deco decor, which treats us all day long to delicious French dishes. [Read more]
EBIS: a restaurant where Taiwan and Japan meet
Sponsored - Discover Ebis, an Asian restaurant offering cuisine inspired by Taiwanese and Japanese specialties.
Reserve your table now to discover this restaurant in the 1st arrondissement. [Read more]
Le Dali, Le Meurice's elegant gourmet restaurant, serving fine French cuisine
In the heart of the Le Meurice palace, the Le Dali restaurant, with its imposing Philippe Starck decor, invites you to relax and indulge, without the fuss. Chef Clémentine Bouchon unveils seasonal French cuisine, with a sprinkling of classic French dishes, ending with a farandole of pastries by chef Cédric Grolet. [Read more]
Manufacture Cluizel: Discover the Chocolaterie and its Secrets of Premier Cru Cocoa
Discover Manufacture Cluizel, a family-run chocolate factory for 70 years, working with first-growth cocoa. [Read more]
Kapara, the rebirth of Balagan with chef Zohar Sasson
Balagan is dead, long live Kapara! The menu has changed, but the venue and its boisterous atmosphere remain the same. And in the colorful plates, sunny dishes signed Assaf Granit and executed by chef Zohar Sasson. [Read more]
L'Espadon at the Ritz Paris, Eugénie Béziat's gourmet restaurant
The famous Ritz Paris opens its brand-new restaurant, l'Espadon, in collaboration with talented chef Eugénie Béziat. A unique gastronomic experience awaits you in a sumptuous setting overlooking the hotel's Grand Jardin. [Read more]
Alfred, a contemporary French brasserie a stone's throw from Place Vendôme
Just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme, the young team at Brasserie Alfred offers French bistro cuisine with a contemporary twist. [Read more]
Exquisite Tea Time at Burgundy Paris by Léandre Vivier, the new divine snack
Looking for a delicious new tea time? Let's head to Burgundy Paris to feast on the creations of Léandre Vivier, the Baudelaire's new pastry chef, who takes our taste buds on a voyage of discovery around the world. A superb discovery that we recommend to you! [Read more]
Da Rosa Jr, a family affair based on good products
Arthur Da Rosa took over one of his family's addresses and revisited it in his own way. The result is Da Rosa Jr, where the idea remains the same: to share tapas and good times with friends. [Read more]
Sfacciata, the new retro-contemporary Italian restaurant
Sfacciata, that's the name of this new Italian restaurant which is unveiled in the 1st district of Paris, just a step away from the Tuileries Gardens. A retro concept with a contemporary Italian cuisine, we love it! [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Hotels, inns and accommodation in the district
Looking for a place to stay in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Here are the addresses of hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in the district. [Read more]
Château Voltaire: an intimate hotel in the heart of Paris's 1st arrondissement
The Château Voltaire, nestled at 55 rue Saint-Roch, between the Opéra Garnier and the Jardin des Tuileries, epitomizes a discreet, refined 5-star hotel. Designed by Zadig & Voltaire founder Thierry Gillier, and sublimated by architectural duo Festen, this establishment blends the historic charm of three buildings from the XVIIᵉ and XVIIIᵉ centuries with elegant modernity. [Read more]
Chopard's Hotel 1, Place Vendôme, a showcase of luxury in the heart of Paris
Hotel 1, Place Vendôme, from the luxury jewelry house Chopard, offers a luxurious experience with its 5 rooms and 10 suites, where every detail celebrates French craftsmanship and heritage. Located on the edge of Paris's most prestigious square, this intimate and exclusive setting conceals wonderful treasures such as an exotic winter garden, a library and a cigar lounge, immersing guests in a privileged and exceptional atmosphere, the height of Parisian refinement. [Read more]
Le Burgundy Paris, a confidential and elegant 5-star hotel
The Burgundy Paris, a confidential hotel appreciated by fashion and taste enthusiasts, unveils its suites, each in the contemporary chic style that characterizes this address. We present them to you... [Read more]
Ritz Paris, the chic 5-star hotel on Place Vendôme
The Ritz, the famous Parisian hotel on Place Vendôme, unveils its magnificent suites, great restaurants, club and wellness area. [Read more]
La Tamise, the 4* boutique hotel a stone's throw from the Tuileries
La Tamise, a former hotel of the capital, reveals its cosy atmosphere. This charming establishment awaits families and tourists in the enchanting setting of a 19th-century mansion, between the Tuileries Gardens and Rue Saint-Honoré. [Read more]
Mandarin Oriental, the palace on the edge of the Tuileries Gardens and Place Vendôme
The Mandarin Oriental, with its spa, restaurants and luxurious rooms, is just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme and the Tuileries. [Read more]
Art Basel Paris 2024: giant mushrooms decorate Place Vendôme - our photos
Art is everywhere in Paris, even on Place Vendôme! For the Art Basel Paris fair, from October 11 to November 24, 2024, artist Carsten Höller is transforming the landscape with an original installation, to be discovered free of charge in the open air. [Read more]
Maison Diptyque Paris: boutique - immersive art gallery and creative workshops dedicated to perfume
Diptyque opens the doors to Maison Diptyque, a unique concept store in Paris, halfway between boutique and art gallery. In the refined setting of a 400m2 Parisian aesthete's apartment, each room depicts a facet of the brand's universe, from the library to the garden, including a museum space and an ephemeral gallery exhibiting the most fashionable artists. The address also offers creative workshops, artistic encounters and plenty of other surprises... [Read more]
Mad Lords: the hidden jewelry concept store
The Mad Lords concept store is a place you have to know to find. And once you're inside, it's hard to leave. [Read more]
Jovoy Paris, a showcase for rare perfumes in the Place Vendôme district
Just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme, Jovoy Paris has established itself as a benchmark address in the world of Haute Parfumerie. [Read more]
Le Grand Soin Hydrafacial by Spa Valmont for Le Meurice: deep cleansing and divine massage
At Le Meurice, beauty becomes an art. With the Grand Soin Hydrafacial at Maison Valmont, the palace's spa, in just 90 minutes your skin is transformed by the magical combination of cutting-edge technology and anti-aging expertise. [Read more]
Relaxation at the Burgundy: between Spa and gastronomy with tapas and a starred menu
Le Burgundy offers a unique combination of relaxation at Spa Le Burgundy by Sothys and gastronomic excellence with chefs Anthony Denon and Léandre Vivier at Le Baudelaire. Discover the "parenthèse étoilée", the "Splunch" and the "apéro détente" for a moment of pure bliss. [Read more]
Thursday appointments: gourmet evenings and DJ sets at Restaurant Le Dalí, Hôtel Le Meurice
In the heart of the prestigious Le Meurice hotel, Restaurant Le Dalí transforms itself every Thursday evening into a new temple of Parisian nightlife. From 8pm onwards, renowned DJs breathe electrifying energy into this new weekly rendezvous, matching cocktails and "gastro-tapas". [Read more]
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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]
Enjoy your visit to Place Vendôme!
What to do in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Good places to go and what's on!
