What to do in Paris's 3rd arrondissement: Current addresses and ideas for outings

Paris's 3rd arrondissement is home to many of the capital's hidden nuggets. Here, you'll find one of the neighborhoods that make up the Paris of Parisians, one of gourmet cafés and bistros, confidential museums and secret gardens. Nicknamed the Haut-Marais, the 3rd arrondissement is a meeting place for avant-garde pop-up store and trendy boutique seekers, gourmet restaurant hunters and cultural enthusiasts.

It's a district you have to get lost in to fully appreciate. In the maze of its streets, you can come face to face with a charming passageway or discover a secret square. Here, the beauty of a Paris of yesteryear meets that of the modern era. Some of the capital's oldest buildings can be found here, includingNicolas Flamel's , considered the oldesthouse in Paris, and the Marché des Enfants-Rouges, brimming with gourmet stalls and counters. The oldest food market in the capital, it's still a favorite with Parisians and tourists alike!

Historic mansions marvel at the beauty of their façades, and some of them are the setting for cultural attractions, such as theSwedish Institute in theHôtel de Marle, or the Musée Cognac-Jay in theHôtel Donon. Not to be missed in the district are the Musée Carnavalet , dedicated to thehistory of Paris (and also the oldest in the capital), and the Musée des Arts et Métiers, dedicated to science and technology, which takes us into a more steampunk universe. The Carreau du Temple, meanwhile, helps to highlight a heritage inherited from the industrial era, of which a certain Gustave Eiffel is known to have been one of the standard-bearers. Another not-to-be-missed venue is the GaîtéLyrique, housed in a former theater and offering an often surprising program of festive and artistic events.

As you'll have gathered, the 3rd arrondissement can be explored in length and breadth. And to guide you to its finest treasures, here are the must-sees and the best places to stop!

Halloween 2024 at The Edge
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Musée Picasso in Paris: prices, access, opening hours... All you need to know about the Paris museum
If you're a fan of Picasso's work, head to the Musée Picasso to discover the museum's permanent collections, as well as numerous exhibitions on the artist's world. History, access, opening hours, prices... We tell you everything you need to know about this beautiful Parisian museum! [Read more]

The Maif Social Club, an inspiring cultural venue on rue de Turenne
On the rue de Turenne in Paris, a hybrid venue awaits cultural visitors and the curious: the Maif Social Club. It's an exhibition space, a library and a place for meetings and conferences. Here, new ideas for a better future are fished out, and children are welcome. [Read more]

The Musée Cognacq-Jay in Paris, a collector's museum in the heart of the Marais district
The Musée Cognacq-Jay, located in the Marais district of Paris, boasts a fine collection of 18th-century works evocative of the Age of Enlightenment, acquired between 1900 and 1927 by Ernest Cognacq. It's a free historical plunge! [Read more]

The Musée des Arts et Métiers: a historical journey through the greatest inventions
The Musée des Arts et Métiers is the kind of fun, family-friendly museum we love. Come and discover the world's greatest technical and technological inventions, housed in a historic monument. [Read more]

The Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature in Paris: an exploration of the human-animal relationship
Nestled in the Marais district of Paris, the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature offers a unique insight into hunting, nature and the complex relationship between man and animal. This unusual museum invites visitors to discover an exceptional collection, while encouraging reflection on our relationship with flora and fauna. [Read more]

Musée Carnavalet, Paris's oldest museum dedicated to the capital's history
The Musée Carnavalet invites you to discover the history of the capital. Discover what awaits you in Paris' oldest museum, which has the advantage of being free... [Read more]

Exhibitions in the 3rd arrondissement: the best events to see right now
In the center of Paris lies the arrondissement du Temple, better known as the 3rd arrondissement. And in this pretty neighborhood you'll find many exhibitions not to be missed! [Read more]

What to see in the 3rd arrondissement

What to see in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris: current shows, concerts and plays
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Where to eat in the 3rd arrondissement?

Restaurants in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris: Where to eat in the area? Our best addresses
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Petite Île Paris, the Franco-Taiwanese bakery that delights the Marais district
Petite Île Paris is the name of this charming artisan bakery in the 3ᵉ arrondissement, which delights us with its sourdough breads, gourmet viennoiseries and unique Taiwanese brioches. We take you on a discovery tour. [Read more]

Méert and its divine waffles set up shop in Haut-Marais
Méert opens a brand-new patisserie-boutique in Paris where you can enjoy its divine and iconic Madagascar vanilla waffles, as well as many other sweets from the famous Lille-based company. [Read more]

Sevenbus: the coffee shop king of bubble tea to be enjoyed in a futuristic bus
Sevenbus, THE coffee shop straight from China, awaits you in the 3rd arrondissement to savor bubble tea and other delicious treats. A futuristic, Instagrammable tea room in the shape of a bus. [Read more]

Brigat' Gelato, the new Place des Vosges ice cream parlour with Italian ice creams that awaken the taste buds
Italian gelato alert on the horizon! Brigat, the bakery-pastry shop we love on Place des Vosges in Paris, is launching its ice cream shop right next door, and we're taking you on a tour of this gourmet spot that combines good ice cream, cookies and good coffee. [Read more]

Manteigaria, the authentic Portuguese pastéis de nata in Paris
The famous Portuguese pastry house Manteigaria has opened a patisserie in the Haut-Marais district, where you can enjoy its pastéis de nata! [Read more]

Jacques Genin: Parisian chocolaterie and quality sweets for the Right and Left Banks
Explore the gourmet world of Jacques Genin, a Parisian chocolaterie offering quality creations based on raw ingredients. [Read more]

Qasti Patisserie and Tearoom by Alan Geaam, the gourmet spot for Lebanese sweets
Looking for good, authentic, artisanal Lebanese pastries in Paris? Alan Geaam, the Michelin-starred chef we love so much, launches Qasti Pâtisserie libanaises, a takeaway and tearoom to indulge in distinctive oriental flavors. [Read more]

The kid-friendly Sunday brunch at Sacré Frenchy, with free entertainment for children
In the 3rd arrondissement, on boulevard Sébastopol, Sacré Frenchy is one of those "à la bonne franquette" addresses where you can enjoy lunch with colleagues or dinner with friends all week long. It's here, every Sunday, that the Frenchy Brunch is offered, for the whole family to enjoy! [Read more]

Christophe Louie and his panettone store in the Marais district of Paris
Christophe Louie has opened his first store dedicated to panettone, and a whole host of Italian viennoiseries, breads and brioches await you in the Haut-Marais! [Read more]

Ground to Grow, the vegan restaurant and yoga studio in the Marais
In the heart of the Marais, come and enjoy the calm of Ground to Grow, a welcoming space where well-being is the key word. Sweet and savory vegan food and yoga classes are on the menu, to stay zen! [Read more]

Sain Gravilliers, a committed bakery and tearoom in Paris
Sain opens a new bakery in Paris on rue de Gravilliers in the 3rd arrondissement. And surprise, surprise, the more spacious premises also feature a tea room area for indulging. Sourdough bread, rare and forgotten ancient flours, good healthy products and sustainability are the codes of this new spot with a bohemian spirit. We tell you all about it... [Read more]

Bing Sutt, the Coffee Shop in Paris with Hong Kong flavors - video
Bing Sutt is the name of the new Coffee Shop on the Place de la Républiqe which offers you typical Hong Kong specialties. Are you a fan of Pinneapple bun, Egg Tarts and Hong Kong Milk Tea? They are waiting for you! [Read more]

2D atelier: the immersive tea room that transports you into the second dimension
An immersion in a black and white drawing: this is what 2D atelier, a tea room in the heart of Paris, offers you while sipping a bubble tea or savouring the melting wheel cake, baked on the spot in front of you! [Read more]

Hanami Tea Time: the flowery tea room dedicated to fluffy pancakes in Paris
How about a picnic under a cherry blossom tree? Go to Hanami Tea Time. Nestled in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, this tea room offers a tasty gourmet break in an ultra-flowery setting. On the menu? The unavoidable fluffy pancakes, accompanied by various drinks. [Read more]

Kodama Paris Beaumarchais, the boutique tea room Place des Vosges
Kodama, the famous Montorgeuil tea bar, is opening a second address on Boulevard Beaumarchais, a stone's throw from the Place des Vosges. As of July 2, 2022, we will discover this new and more spacious tea store, offering a counter, terrace and pastries. [Read more]

Ciao Roue: a gourmet wheel cake concept in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris
In search of new flavors that invite you to travel? Head to the 3rd arrondissement of Paris to discover Ciao Roue and its gourmet concept based on wheel cake, the famous Taiwanese cake! [Read more]

Fluffy Panda : the excellent address dedicated to fluffy pancakes in Paris
Notice to all the gourmets, in search of tasty fluffy pancakes in Paris! Go and discover Fluffy Panda without delay. Nestled in the 3rd district of the capital, the little shop honors these famous specialties coming straight from Japan. [Read more]

Used Book Café, the literary coffee shop
The Used Book Café is the coffee shop library of the Merci Concept Store. A coffee shop like no other since it offers you the possibility to read while enjoying a simple and home-made menu. [Read more]

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Xing Fu Tang République, boba tea and new boba ice creams
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Popelini, the pastry house dedicated to cream puffs in Paris
Popelini is the place to go for cream puffs. Here you can enjoy these pastries in more than ten recipes for all tastes! [Read more]

Bisou, the Parisian cocktail bar, expands its range by transforming itself into a coffee shop
You knew Bisou, the cocktail bar nestled in the 3rd arrondissement. Discover without further ado Bisou, the coffee shop. The famous Parisian establishment reinvents itself and offers, in addition to its clever drinks to take away, hot and iced coffees, accompanied by pastries or sandwiches to have lunch on the go, while waiting for the bars and cafés to reopen. [Read more]

Pop in café, a trendy coffee shop with original creations
Pop in Café is an unusual coffee shop that offers you not only good coffees but also original homemade sodas with fruity flavors and cream cakes full of flavor. Attention, addictive address. [Read more]

Xing Fu Tang : one of the best bubble tea in Paris
With several addresses in Paris, Xing Fu Tang is a delight for bubble tea lovers in the capital. On the program, original recipes made according to the rules of the art. [Read more]

Shodai Matcha: the restaurant-tea shop for matcha lovers in Paris
For matcha lovers, here is a spot that will make your head spin. Shodai Matcha is a restaurant but also a tea room which honors the famous green tea through pastries and drinks made in the rules of art. [Read more]

Philippe Conticini unveils a new pastry shop in the 3rd district of Paris
Notice to sweet tooths! The world-famous pastry chef Philippe Conticini has opened a new boutique in the heart of the 3rd arrondissement of Paris. An opportunity to (re)discover his iconic desserts but also other delicious surprises. [Read more]

Sabō: the Japanese-style tea room at OGATA Paris
For an incredible and relaxing trip to Japan, head to Sabō, OGATA Paris' famous tea room, nestled in the 3rd arrondissement. Unplug everything and let yourself be guided. Escape guaranteed and a unique experience around the world of tea. [Read more]

Maison Plume Pâtisserie - Coffee shop without sugar and gluten
Let's go and discover Maison Plume, this pastry shop - coffee shop - tea room, which offers sugar-free and gluten-free cakes and sweets. Something to delight gluten intolerant people, diabetics and all those who watch their glycemic index. [Read more]

Sicilian Sunday, Norma's sunny brunch
Fans of Italian-style brunches meet up at Norma, near Place de la République, to discover Sicilian Sundays! A chance to escape to sunny Sicily for lunch. [Read more]

The House of Mochi Right Bank
La Maison du Mochi is also waiting for you in its second address in Paris on the Right Bank in the Haut-Marais. Go to the rue de Turenne to discover this new tea room and taste the best mochis of the capital. [Read more]

Spa Alaena Paris: a holistic wellness haven with spa, hammam and yoga classes
Spa Alaena is the unusual wellness address awaiting you in its cocooning lair in the heart of Paris. Under vaulted alcoves reminiscent of ancient baths, this spot offers a spa, hammam, yoga classes and consultations to help you feel good about yourself. [Read more]

The Edge: the virtual reality revolution in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement
Virtual reality fans, THE EDGE opens a monumental space in the heart of Paris! Dive into an immersive VR experience inspired by "Ready Player One", where realistic sensations and space adventures await you. [Read more]

Bomb Squad Paris: our review of the explosive action game in Paris
Bomb Squad is a brand-new action game in Paris's 3rd arrondissement. A race against time combining puzzles, adrenalin and strategy... We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]

RIISE, the yoga studio for gentle muscle building and deep relaxation
A blend of vinyasa yoga and strength training, RIISE is one of those studios that modernizes "classic" yoga to add a touch of cardio, all in the semi-dark to enable amateur yogis to combine flexibility, renfo and relaxation for the duration of a session. [Read more]

Escape game: our test of Crypte, the mystical escape game from L'Antichambre
Fancy an escape game off the beaten track? Head for L'Antichambre, whose premises on rue Blondel, in Paris's 3rd arrondissement, offer an escape game like no other... Entitled Crypte, this game plunges you, as its name suggests, into a crypt, the one where Sainte-Apolline was buried. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]

Body Float, sensory deprivation floatation sessions for deep relaxation
How about relaxing in the heart of Paris? Near Bastille, Body Float offers floating relaxation sessions in a sensory deprivation room, to be enjoyed solo or as a duo! [Read more]

Uman project, the holistic center in Paris for immersive wellness treatments
Uman Project is the wellness concept that awaits us in Paris, a stone's throw from the Place de la République, to offer us moments for ourselves. In this peaceful cocoon, we're about to discover increasingly immersive treatments to restore peace of mind. [Read more]

Ganymede: our test of The Edge's innovative virtual reality experience
Since September 6, 2023, The Edge, a virtual reality center in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, has been offering its very first new and innovative VR experience, Ganymede. For around 45 minutes, solve riddles on a space base and try to escape from it! Book now for a trip into space! [Read more]

Galaxie: embark on a thrilling space escape game at L'Antichambre
Looking for an unforgettable escape game experience in the heart of Paris? Join L'Antichambre and dive into the "Galaxy" room. Experience 60 minutes of epic space adventure, solve challenging puzzles and save your shuttle from impending doom. Ready for an all-expenses-paid trip to Alpha Centauri BB? [Read more]

MindOut, the VR arcade in the Halles district of Paris
Virtual reality enthusiasts head to MindOut, an arcade dedicated to VR, a stone's throw from Les Halles. The ideal place to learn about virtual reality, or simply to awaken your inner gamer. [Read more]

Hint Hunt, the diverse escape game in the heart of Paris
Attention escape game fans! Hint Hunt, located in the heart of Paris, awaits you for experiences in the heart of universes as diverse as they are varied. In Dracula's lair, aboard a haunted pirate ship or even a submarine, this is your chance to rediscover these ultra-immersive rooms in Paris' first live escape game! [Read more]

Les Derniers Templiers, the immersive historical escape game from Le Donjon
Le Donjon, an escape game in République, invites history buffs to discover Les Derniers Templiers, one of two rooms focusing on the Templar treasure you'll have to find in a crypt. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]

Quiz Boxing, our test of Hint Hunt's right hook quiz game
The Quiz craze has taken over Paris! After Quiz Room and Donut Quiz, it's now Hint Hunt's turn to embark on the adventure of the tv board game with Quiz Boxing, the team game that puts you on the left hook! It's an opportunity to have fun with family and friends, just like in the boxing ring... But with questions and buzzers! [Read more]

Bisou: the bar for personalized cocktails
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The Cambridge Public House in Paris: the Cocktail Pub ranked among the 50 best bars in the world
With its English pub style, warm ambience and expertly crafted beverages, The Cambridge Public House has established itself as a benchmark address in Paris's Marais district, to the point of being ranked among the 50 best bars in the world in 2023! Shall we take you on a tour of this Cocktail Pub? [Read more]

Anna: Italian restaurant and wine bar in the Vertbois district of Paris
The land of the Dolce Vita is inviting itself in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris thanks to the opening of Anna. If this Italian restaurant and wine bar honors some clever drinks and good bottles coming from the boot and elsewhere, the place also proposes in its menu several tasty plates with Mediterranean notes. [Read more]

BrewDog, the craft beer bar in the Marais
BrewDog is this beer bar located in the Marais, rue de Thorigny, for all lovers of craft beers... and Scottish! The ideal place to sip a few pints with friends or colleagues after a hard day. [Read more]

Shake'n'Smash, the 100% privatizable cocktail bar
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Poupée, the wine bar where the good atmosphere reigns
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FAT: the Parisian bar dedicated to Hip Hop and street art
Lovers of street art, hip hop and cocktails have their own HQ! The name? FAT, nestled in the Marais district of Paris. [Read more]

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