Paris’s 1st arrondissement embodies the city’s essence. At the celebrated Louvre Museum, gaze at masterpieces that define civilization. Stroll in the footsteps of royalty in the manicured Tuileries Garden, then discover prestigious Place Vendôme’s legendary jewelers and couturiers.
City's Cultural Gems
From the Mona Lisa to the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace, explore the Louvre’s famed treasures, before strolling the elegant symmetry of the Tuileries Garden toward Place de la Concorde. At the Palais Royal, find a hidden oasis where classical architecture meets modern art.
Centuries of Royal History
Admire the grandeur of Place Vendôme, renowned for its regal architecture and luxury jewelers. Cross the Pont Neuf, Paris’s oldest bridge, and pause for sweeping Seine river views. Then explore the Conciergerie, an imposing medieval palace and former prison that once held Marie Antoinette.
High Fashion
In this neighborhood, fashion and culture intertwine at every turn. Shop the elegance of Rue Saint-Honoré, where designer boutiques line this historic street. Discover the stylish underground world of Les Halles Forum, or browse the Louvre Carrousel for curated luxury beneath the museum itself.
Louvre
An insider secret
Visit the Louvre on late-opening Wednesday or Friday evenings, or stroll the elegant Tuileries Garden and Palais Royal courtyard. Capture sunset views of the Louvre from the Pont des Arts, and enjoy a night of classical drama at the storied Comédie-Française theater, a true Parisian gem.
Where To Stay ?
Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra
Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra is an elegant retreat just steps from Opéra Garnier. Once home to a writers’ club and early cinema, this historic hotel blends heritage with contemporary style. Beyond its striking Hausmann façade, art, fashion and history surround you in timeless sophistication.
