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The Heart of Parisian Culture

OPERA

The 9th arrondissement is Paris at its most sparkling: a cultural jewel where Belle Époque elegance meets theatrical grandeur. Revel in the beauty of the Opéra Garnier, stroll the vibrant Grands Boulevards and feel the city’s creative soul in its covered galleries and intimate bistros.

Parisian Theatre Culture

Enter the opulence of Opéra Garnier as you enjoy a performance from a private box or explore its historic backstage on a VIP tour. Discover the Art Deco charm of vintage cinema Théâtre Mogador, and immerse yourself in the evocative world of film festivals and independent screenings.

 

 

Shopping and Fashion

Stroll beneath the dazzling stained-glass cupolas at iconic department stores Galeries Lafayette and Printemps. Uncover vintage gems, each with a story to tell, in hidden arcades. Embark on a private tour of Parisian ateliers to learn about this global fashion capital and shop for bespoke pieces.

 

 

Haussmannian Elegance

Take a private architecture tour of the 9th arrondissement’s grand boulevards, where Haussmann’s 19th-century vision shaped Paris into the masterpiece of symmetry and style it is today. Later, pause at an authentic Parisian café for coffee and people-watching amid historic gilded elegance.

 

 

 

Opéra

An insider secret

Step into 19th-century elegance beneath glass-roofed shopping arcades like Passage Jouffroy and Passage des Panoramas. Sheltered from the elements, explore vintage bookshops, antique stores and tucked-away cafés in this secret side of Paris where history, charm and refinement quietly intertwine.

 

 

Where To Stay ?

Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera

 

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.

 

 

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