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Today, navigating in Paris is quite simple - the city is divided into 20 districts (the so-called "arrondissements"), each of which is distinguished by its infrastructure, cultural traditions and historical past, and often the ethnic composition of the inhabitants. On each sign, in addition to the house number and street name, you will also see the district number, which is quite convenient for walking through the elegant Parisian streets. By the way, such magnet plates of various types that are sold at every step are a very nice and exclusively Parisian souvenir!

About the circle of Paris are numbered clockwise from the first district "Louvre" (Louvre), in each district has its own mayor's office and police station. Please note that the first digit of the index in the address always indicates the area in which your desired location is located (whether it is a hotel, restaurant or something else).

Through the heart of the city passes its main artery - the river Seine. In the very center of Paris, the river diverges, washing the small islands - the island of St. Louis (Saint-Louis) and Cité, where the famous Notre-Dame de Paris is located.

Currently, the French capital is divided into Paris, surrounded by Péferík Boulevard (the ring road), with a population of 2 million people, and the metropolitan area beyond its borders, Greater Paris, where about 10 million people live. Despite all the efforts of the authorities, the districts and districts of Paris still differ in their infrastructure, social and ethnic composition of the inhabitants.

The most expensive are the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 6th, 8th, 16th and 16th arrondissements of Paris, and the poorest are the 13th, 15th, 19th, 20th. Famous caution should be observed when visiting (and especially living) in the 18th arrondissement of the famous Montmartre .

In order to give you the opportunity to navigate the city and understand what constitutes the districts and districts of Paris - we will outline in general terms about each of the parts of the French capital.

1st arrondissement: Louvre

The most jealous part of the French capital, which hosts many of the sights of Paris. The first district is located on the right bank of the Seine, in addition, it also includes part of the island of Cite.

For those who are interested in shopping, shopping in the area can be done in the Forum Les Halles underground shopping center or on Rivoli street with many large shops and small boutiques.

2nd district: Exchange (Bourse)

The smallest of the districts is located on the Right Bank of Paris and is known, among other things, for quite expensive real estate. The financial life of the city is concentrated here, the center of the district can conditionally be designated the Exchange building, where trading has been held since the 19th century. In the same area are the headquarters of many banks.

In addition, the Sentier quarter is located here - the center of wholesale trade in fabrics, leather goods and furs.

District 3: Temple

P is a coastal region with an amazing and rich history, the center of which is the Marais quarter. Once located here - and many have survived to this day - magnificent mansions of the Paris nobility, then this area was abandoned and floods of emigrants poured here.

At the end of the 20th century, the 3rd arrondissement of Paris came into fashion again and became one of the most elite and prestigious urban areas. This is a fairly popular tourist center, where in addition to interesting architecture and ancient beautiful streets, there are also famous museums of art and painting.

District 4: Hotel-de-Ville

The district, which is residually large in its territory, on the right bank of the Seine includes many interesting and ancient monuments and squares. For example, it was here, on the square near the Hotel de Ville, several hundred years ago that prisoners were shown to be executed, and it was on these squares and streets that the heroes of Alexander Dumas and other no less cult novelists of France walked.

And from here, from the famous island of Cite, the story of the birth of Paris and all of France began. As in any other place that enjoys absolute popularity, restaurants in this area are often quite expensive and do not always leave an unforgettable experience. In other words, dinner can be expensive and not necessarily tasty.

District 5: Pantheon

The fifth district of Paris on the right bank of the Seine is considered one of the oldest and most interesting districts of the city.

This area includes one of the largest tourist streets - Boulevard Saint-Michel. There is also the Latin Quarter with a labyrinth of narrow streets with all kinds of shops (primarily bookstores), inexpensive student cafes and bistros, pizzerias and restaurants. Among this diversity, you can find representatives of many countries and cultures, so probably for gastronomic experiments right here - in the fifth district, in the Latin Quarter!

6th district: Luxembourg (Luxembourg)

This district of the Left Bank is adjacent to the Latin Quarter. It is here that the beautiful Luxembourg Gardens with the palace of the same name are located, which is now the seat of the French Senate.

In the same sixth arrondissement, you can discover many wonderful designer shops, which can just be a godsend for a real mod. There are also a lot of ordinary shops, bookstores and cozy cafes and restaurants at the service of people who are less interested in fashion.

District 7: Palais-Bourbon

This is the famous aristocratic district of Paris with the most expensive apartments and restaurants. It is here, on the left bank of the Seine, that the world-famous symbol of Paris stands - the famous tower, the creation of engineer Gustave Eiffel.

District 8: Champs Elysees (Elysee)

P equal coastal 8th arrondissement is unusually attractive for tourists, because it includes Place de la Concorde, Place de la L'Etoile - Charles de Gaulle, as well as one of the most famous streets in the world - Champs Elysees with many shops, boutiques, cafes, cultural institutions, etc. .d.

9th district: Opera

The ninth district of Paris is a district on the Right Bank of the Seine, whose center is the Opera Garnier. This is primarily interesting for its architecture, created according to the plans and leadership of Baron Osman.

The 9th arrondissement is located within walking distance from the city center, and at the same time it is reasonably priced. Here you can have a great lunch and find an affordable mid-range hotel. There are also Big Boulevards, famous for a large number of completely different stores, for every taste and wallet size.

10th district: Anclos-Saint-Laurent (Enclos-St-Laurent)

The equal-coastal district, where the East Station and the Saint-Martin Canal are located. Of course, there are shops and cafes in this area, but still we offer great care to take evening walks in this part of Paris, which does not have a very good reputation due to the red light district.

District 11: Popincourt

The center of this area on the Right Bank of Paris is the Place de la Bastille. Recently, this district is very popular among young people.

There are many nightclubs, discos, bars, restaurants and cafes, many of which work around the clock. In this part of Paris, revitalization reigns day and night, bikers and informals of the French capital come here. As you know, gay pride parades and various demonstrations take place on Place de la Bastille, and on July 14, the national holiday of Bastille Day, this area becomes the center of all Parisian events, as young people, students and tourists flock here.

District 12: Reuilly

On the Right Bank of the Seine is the 12th district, stretching from the Opera House, located on Place de la Bastille, to the Vincennes Forest on the border of Paris at Peripheric Boulevard.

Traditionally, all kinds of artisans settled in this part of the city, so here you will not find luxury shops, but small shops with a variety of goods and souvenir shops.

13th district: Gobelins

The European coast of the French capital is the traditional habitat of many emigrants. This is where the Parisian “china-town” is located, where Chinese restaurants with inexpensive and tasty food, the cheapest shops with souvenirs, home goods and clothes are located on every corner.

In the thirteenth district of Paris, not only the Chinese live, but also the Japanese, Filipinos, Thais, Vietnamese and many other nationalities. In some places there is not even a signage and menu in French, everything is written in hieroglyphs.

Real estate is cheap, as is hotel accommodation, but comfort and location may not be entirely convenient.

District 14: Observatoire

The center of this district on the Left Bank of Paris will be considered the Montparnasse quarter, once the focus of artistic life. And now, from those times, many legendary cafes have been preserved (for example, La Rotonde, Closerie de Lilas, etc.), where one could often find some bohemian personality. Also in this district there are many bars, discos and cafes where they play jazz or just nice live music.

There are beautiful parks and gardens where you can relax or just have a good time. There are many shopping centers, and even whole streets with small discount shops, which will also help brighten up the traveler’s leisure.

15th district: Vaugirard

Probably the most populated left-bank district. Here is the main skyscraper of the French capital - Montparnasse Tower, on top of which is an observation deck.

In the same area of \u200b\u200bParis, you can visit the Aquaboulevard entertainment center, as well as the huge Porte de Versaille exhibition center.

Sights:   part of the Montparnasse district and the Montparnasse tower, Bourdelle Museum, Aquaboulevard Center, Porte de Versaille Exhibition Center.

District 16: Passy

This area on the right bank of the Seine is considered the most bourgeois district of Paris. His heart is Passy Street, where there are respectable shops and expensive restaurants.

In this area there are many museums, here are also the embassies of several countries, including Russia.

17th district: Batignolles-Monceau (Batignolles-Monceau)

A little less respectable, but also calm area of \u200b\u200bParis on the Right Bank. There are also a number of embassies, as well as the Palace of Congresses. Here is a very nice, calm park - Monceau.

Sights:   Clichy Square and Boulevard.

District 18: Montmartre (Butte-Montmartre)

Here, on the right bank of the Seine, is the most romantic area of \u200b\u200bParis - Montmartre.

On the one hand, this right-bank district has preserved its artistic traditions - on Tern Square, many artists sell their paintings. On the other hand, here are the red light districts concentrated on Pigalle Street.

District 19: Buttes-Chaumont

Once, this right-bank district was notorious, but now it is quite well-maintained. At present, here are located the recreation places of Parisians - La Villette Town of Science and Technology, where there is a panoramic cinema and several museums, as well as the Buttes Chaumont park.

District 20: Menilmontant

D is a residually troubled right-bank region where immigrants have long settled. Here is the second largest "Chinatown" of Paris.

The cultural "sights" of this district can be attributed only to the Pere Lachaise cemetery, which contains the graves of many cultural and art workers.

It is absolutely beyond doubt that everyone will find something of their own in any of these areas of Paris, absolutely unusual and surprising. What you can admire then all your life, again and again looking at the resulting stunning photographs.

By Moscow or St. Petersburg standards, Paris cannot be called a big city. It is noisy and densely populated, like all capitals, but meanwhile, quite compact. Walking, you will quickly find yourself in new areas of Paris. There are 20 of them in the city. And each in its own way is interesting and peculiar. If you choose only on standard tourist routes in the historical center, you run the risk of missing a lot of interesting things - small details and touches that make up the spirit of the city. To truly understand the city, you must visit all parishes of Paris.

However, there is one subtle point. Among the districts of Paris there are those where you just need to “look” to have an idea about them. Having settled there, you can greatly spoil your impression of the city. These districts include Chinese, African and Indian quarters. Here the crime rate is higher than in other parts of Paris, there is practically no indigenous population, it is always quite noisy and dirty. But hotel prices here are the lowest, 60-80 euros per night. Such cheapness is not a concession to location; renovation in a hotel will most likely turn out to be more than modest.

The Eiffel Tower.

Prices for decent Parisian hotels in the calmer areas of the city start at around 120 euros per night. It is unlikely that they will be near the historical center, but the city has a well-developed transport system and you can easily get to any place. From this point of view, it is most convenient to settle next to the first metro line. Passing through the whole city, it captures the most popular tourist stops: the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees, the Tuileries Garden.

Prices in the "legendary" hotels, known around the world on a par with the Louvre, with an ideal location and service start at 500 euros per night. Thus, the price of the room will tell you a lot about what you can expect from a hotel in a particular area. Finding out on your own in which Paris district it is better to book a hotel is not easy. On the Internet you can find a lot of information on this topic, but often it is contradictory. And yet, there are general recommendations that are worth considering.

The areas of Paris are numbered clockwise, starting from the historical center - the island of Cité (it is assigned number 1), and then spiraling to the outskirts. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 districts adjoin it. Here are the largest number of museums, architectural monuments and other attractions: Notre Dame Cathedral, Louvre Museum, Tuileries Garden, Conciergerie, Picasso Museum, Center Georges Pompidou, Place de la Bastille, Place des Vosges, Sorbonne, Pantheon, Latin Quarter, Luxembourg Palace and Garden. This is just a small list of what is within easy reach if you are lucky enough to settle here. Indigenous Frenchmen live here, mainly financiers and lawyers. You will certainly not be disappointed with the hotel in these areas, but the price will be appropriate.

Parisians rest in the pack

Areas “7, 8, 9, 15, 16 and 17 go to the second round.” They began to form in the 19th century, there are also many attractions here, and the prices are slightly lower. Historically, the Paris aristocracy lived in the 7th, 16th and 17th districts. Times are changing, but housing here is still prestigious, and restaurants are expensive. This is easily explained in the 7th district, for example, near the symbol of Paris - the Eiffel Tower. In front of her is the Field of Mars, the Bourbon Palace, nearby the Rodin House Museum, the Orsay Museum, the House of the Disabled with the tomb of Napoleon. In the 16th district is the house-museum of Balzac and Trocadero, but the heart is Passy street, there are respectable shops and restaurants. In the 17th district there are many embassies of foreign countries, the Palace of Congresses and Monceau Park. Everything is respectable and very calm.

The remaining areas of the "second circle" - these are 8, 9 and 15 - busy tourist destinations. The 8th district attracts the Champs Elysees with many shops, boutiques and restaurants, Place de la Concorde and Place de la Zvezda, Arc de Triomphe, Small and Grand Palaces. The center of the 9th district is the Garnier opera, there are also many museums here: the Grevin Wax Museum, the Fragonar Perfume Museum, the Gustave Moreau House Museum, the Museum of Romantic Life. Despite the fact that this district is located almost in the center of the city, the prices here are reasonable, both for accommodation and for food. Tourists are also attracted by the proximity of two large shopping centers where everyone goes for shopping: Galeries Lafayette and Prentan. District 15 is the most populated. From the attractions: Montparnasse Tower - the main skyscraper of Paris.

Market in the city

The “third ring” was formed by the eastern and northern districts: 10, 11,12,13,14, 18,19, 20. They are simpler, poorer, more democratic. Many workers and immigrants live here. In fairness, it is worth noting that the peripheral areas of Paris are not so much dangerous, but rather inconvenient for tourists. On the other hand, hotel prices here are much lower than in the center. And yet, some areas should be avoided.

For example, 10 districts located near the North and West stations (Gard du Nord and Gard du l est). It would seem that the center is not far, and the infrastructure is developed, and prices are affordable. However, experienced tourists will never rent an apartment here - this is an Indian region, where visitors from African and Arab countries also live. Here there are three branches of RER (commuter trains) and two of them lead to the most criminal suburb of Paris - Saint-Denis.

Not the most interesting for living will be the 13th district. This is the Paris Chinatown. Although not only Chinese live here, but also Filipinos, Japanese, Vietnamese and Thais. On every corner you can find a restaurant with local cuisine, a souvenir shop, a small market. To visit is interesting, but for living it is better to choose a different area. The second largest Chinatown is in the 20th district. Of all the attractions here is the Pere Lachaise Cemetery. District 11 can scare off a vibrant nightlife. The same, on the contrary, will attract many clubs, bars and restaurants, working around the clock. There are always lively, often held rallies, demonstrations and parades.

18 and 19 districts used to be notorious, today, due to the considerable funds invested in their improvement, these areas are often recommended for tourists to stay. 18th district - this is the district of Montmartre - one of the most romantic places in Paris. 19 - is known for the town of science and technology La Vieille and the park Buttes Chaumont.

Street musician at Montmartre.

In many guidebooks, the classical division of Paris into "left bank" and "right bank" is preserved. The spirit of the left bank was determined by the school at Notre Dame. The school became the Sorbonne, around it appeared the Latin Quarter - students, youth, artists, musicians, poets. Traditionally, the left bank is considered aristocratic and bohemian. And the right one is the administrative and business center. However, there is nothing permanent. Borders are washed away, the center is transferred here and there, so relying on this opinion when choosing a hotel is not worth it. Focus on the price, proximity of the sights that you want to visit the most, the opportunity to walk in the evening on foot through the quiet, cozy Parisian streets. Let them be away from tourist routes, the atmosphere of this Paris is made up of little things.

Paris is divided into 20 administrative districts. Each district is like a separate city. Here, both the mayor and the living conditions for tourists are different. We will tell about each district in terms of accommodation for tourists. In the attached file you will find a map of Paris with counties in order to better understand what we are talking about.

First District of Paris

Second arrondissement of Paris

The best of Paris hotels in the 2nd arrondissement here.

Third District of Paris

Fourth arrondissement of Paris

The best hotels of the fourth district of Paris can be seen.

Fifth arrondissement of Paris

Sixth arrondissement of Paris

There are few world famous attractions. However, the favorite place of Parisians. The district, one of the most pleasant and beautiful quarters of the city, is comfortably located in this place. Here once lived philosophers and writers, and now just the intellectual intelligentsia of Paris.Also in the sixth arrondissement and the most Parisian park - - a place of jogging and relaxation Parisian. In the same area is a church. There are many art galleries and exhibitions, and locals will offer you to stay in their designer apartments. As a result, the district is calm and quiet, and at the same time it is still the center of Paris.

The best hotels and apartments of the 6th arrondissement of Paris, see the link.

Seventh arrondissement of Paris

Eighth arrondissement of Paris

Ninth arrondissement of Paris

In the 9th arrondissement, perhaps the best value for money for hotels in Paris. There are many 3-star hotels at relatively reasonable prices.

The best hotels of the 9th arrondissement of Paris are listed here.

Tenth arrondissement of Paris

We are gradually starting to move away from the center of Paris. There are two stations in the neighborhood - and. By the way, he arrives at Vostochny. However, these two stations are far from the best place in Paris. There is a huge concentration of immigrants and pickpockets. You can live here, but be careful and careful. But accommodation is much cheaper than in previous districts, and there are many student hostels.

Eleventh arrondissement of Paris

Twelfth arrondissement of Paris

Thirteenth arrondissement of Paris

Fourteenth arrondissement of Paris

Fifteenth arrondissement of Paris

Nice area, but you will not find attractions here. Although it is not far from and. Safe, quiet, calm area. And here are relatively inexpensive hotels.

Sixteenth arrondissement of Paris

  - The richest and most prosperous district of Paris! Living here is comfortable, living here is comfortable, living here is very prestigious! The dream of any Parisian is to move to the 16th arrondissement. It borders on,

Paris is a major tourist center where travelers from all over the world flock. Our compatriots were no exception. When planning a trip to France, tourists sometimes do not know where they should stay. Paris, like many is divided into several large areas. Some of them are ideal for tourists, and some are filled with immigrants, and therefore may beunsafe.   Which area to stay in Paris? Let's try to answer this question in our article.

Paris districts: history

Paris is a city with an ancient history, however, until the XVIII century, it was built up randomly, not following any plan. The first administrative division of the capital took place only after the revolution in 1795. Then the city was divided into 12 districts, which are commonly called districts in France. The first 9 districts were located on the right bank of the Seine River, and the remaining 3 on the left. Each district was also divided into four blocks. By order of Napoleon, the counties were directly subordinate to the French government. In the middle of the XIX century, by order of King Louis Philippe was builtThierskaya   wall protecting the city. Because of it, some communes, which were considered suburban, it was decided to join the capital. Because of this large association, it was necessary to review the entire administrative division. Now Paris was divided into 20 districts, the borders of which have survived to this day.

It is worth noting that the areas of Paris are very different in living standards. Not only the view from the window, but also the general impressions of the trip will depend on the choice of place of residence. In the capital of France, the crime rate is quite low, but it is not recommended to enter some areas even during daylight hours.

First district

Official nameFirst District - The "Louvre", which he received because of the famous museum of the same name, located here. This is one of the oldest areas of the city, the development of which began in the Middle Ages. This district is a tourist center, and many wealthy travelers prefer to stay here. Therefore, only expensive luxury hotels are located here. A budget traveler should choose a different area. In addition to McDonald's, there are no cheap restaurants and cafes. The Louvre is also considered one of the smallest areas of the city. It covers an area of \u200b\u200b183 hectares, and its population is only 1% of the total population of the capital.

This is the bohemian district of Paris, in which wealthy citizens, representatives of the local aristocracy and celebrities live. On its territory there are many iconic attractions. For example, the Louvre,Vendome   square, garden and amusement parkTuileries , Dauphin Square, streetRivoli . It is convenient to get to other historical areas from here, because they are all nearbyfriend from   friend. The district is perfect for shopping. A large number of shops are located here.brand   clothes and shoes, as well as a large shopping center Les Halles.

Second district

Parisians traditionally call the second districtBursa   in honor of the stock exchange located here. It is located on the right bank of the Seine, but does not adjoin the river itself. In the south it borders with the 1st district, and in the north - with the dysfunctional 10th. These are the outskirts of the historical and tourist center of the city, so housing prices here are slightly lower, although they are still considered overpriced. The construction of this part of the city began in the XV-XVI centuries, so here you can find many historical city buildings. Burs is the smallest district of Paris. Its area is only 99 hectares. It also does not have a large population. In total, about 0.9% of the total number of citizens live here.

Like other historical districts of Paris, the 2nd arrondissement is considered an excellent residence for tourists, although they usually rarely settle here. Bourse is the commercial center of the city, because there is a huge number of banks, including the oldest Paris Stock Exchange. Most of the population are bankers, brokers and their families. Tourists who settle here should definitely visit the surroundings of the Bolshoi Boulevards. Once they were an ancient medieval market and city center. Most of the buildings here date back to the beginning of the 20th century, but many unusual medieval buildings have been preserved. Travelers should pay attention to the Notre Dame de Victoire Basilica, Le Tour Jean-Sans-Peur Tower, QuarterMontogorey . Summarizing, we can say that this is a fairly quiet and non-tourist area, characterized by moderate prices.

Fourth district

Another ideal place for tourists to stay is the 4th. It is also located on the right bank of the Seine, but is located to the west.1st   counties. The area is considered the official center of the city, because the city hall is located here. It was built up in the XIII century, however, the preserved buildings date back only to the XVI century. IsleShite , which began the development of Paris, is also included in this district. Like the First District, it is considered one of the safest and most expensive places to stay. Only five-star hotels, the best restaurants and bars are located here.

If you decide to settle here, historical monuments will surround you everywhere. Here is one of the main attractions of the city - (Notre-Dame-de-Paris). You should definitely visit the house-museum of the writer Victor Hugo, the national center of art GeorgesPompidou , Gothic tower Saint-Jacques, Hotel de Ville. Here is a flower and bird markets. It’s worth allotting time for a walk through the ancient places of Paris: the Marais quarter, the Latin Quarter (the university is located hereSorbonne ), as well as the streetsRosier and Rivoli.

Seventh arrondissement

It is believed that the best areas of Paris for tourists are located on the right bank of the Seine. However, do not forget about the Seventh arrondissement, where the famous Eiffel Tower is located. Because of her, the area is always crowded with tourists. Its development began at the beginning of the XIX century, when the city began to be built up in a southerly direction. Now this district is considered the political center of France. Here are the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and numerous embassies around the world. The seventh district is considered calm and safe, so it is perfect for tourists. However, it is worth noting that the hotels here offer rooms at inflated prices. But travelers get the exclusive right to admire the Eiffel Tower from the windows of their apartments.

Museum of area attractionsOrsay and Rodin , headquarters of the Prime Minister of France, House of Invalids,Bourbon   palace (parliament is gathering there now), UNESCO headquarters.

Eighth arrondissement

A good place to stay tourists will be the 8th arrondissement of Paris. This is one of the most beautiful areas of the city, which is adjacent to the historical center of the city. The famous Champs Elysees is located here, any tourist who comes to France wants to walk along. It is also a political center, because the residence of the president of the country and the Ministry of the Interior are located here. Accommodation in this area will be expensive, but the prices for a night in a fashionable hotel are a bit cheaper than in the 1st and 7th districts. Tourists love the 8th district of Paris for a large number of inexpensive restaurants that serve amazing meat and seafood dishes, pastries and the best French wine.

Ninth District

The Ninth arrondissement is a sleeping area of \u200b\u200bParis, in whose hotels tourist groups usually live. The proximity to the historical center and reasonable prices make it an ideal option for travelers who do not have extra money. A distinctive feature of the district is the presence of a huge number of shops, which makes it a great place for shopping. In this area is the famous shopping center "Gallery"Lafayette ". On its top floor there is a famous cafe that offers guests to try dishes from the buffet. Having settled here, do not miss the OperaGarnier   and Wax MuseumGreven . However, it is not recommended to choose hotels that are located on the border with the 18th arrondissement, because in the evenings loud music and noise from the streets can prevent you from falling asleep.

10th and 11th districts

But not all areas of Paris can be consideredsafe.   The 10th and 11th districts are considered to be unfavorable for tourists, in which at present at the moment mainly migrants from the countries of the East live. Because of them, the level of security is significantly reduced, so travelers are not recommended to stay in hotels located here. In the Tenth district there are 2 large stations of the city - the Northern andOriental.   It is here that immigrants arrive. An increased crime rate, an unfavorable environment and loud noise are unlikely to appeal to cultural tourists. But you can rent a room here for little money. Getting to the center is also not difficult, because the 10th and 11th districts border the historical center. However, tourists are advised to avoid the metro station "Stalingrad", Chapelle, Gare du Nord, Gare de l Est. It is worth noting that the high-profile terrorist attacks of 2015, which claimed the lives of several hundred people, occurred precisely on the territory of these areas.

13th district of Paris

Another city that is suitable for budget accommodation of tourists. By tradition, it is considered Asian, because many immigrants from China, Japan, Vietnam and Korea live here. There are many inexpensive hotels and restaurants of Oriental cuisine, where you can quickly have a bite before a walk around the city. Most of the territory here is occupied by high-rise buildings, in which people from working families live. As a rule, this area is almost not visited by tourists, but it is considered calm and safe. The 13th district of Paris is not distinguished by a large number of attractions. By jumping here, you can take a look at the new building of the National Library, Parischinatown , Tapestry factory. The only minus is the remoteness of the district from the historic city center. If you decide to stay in this district, then choose hotels located in its northern part, and not insouthern.

20th district

As a rule, the most dangerous areas of Paris are located on the outskirts of the city. Such is the 20th district, which is located in the east of the capital. Historically, immigrants lived here. At first it was considered a Jewish district, but in recent years, people from Arab countries have most often lived here.Housing it’s very cheap in the district, but it’s dangerous to stay here, and getting to the city center for a long time andcostly.   As in other disadvantaged areas, it is dirty and noisy, and the crime rate is going off scale. However, in recent years the situation has begun to improve, and the district itself has received developing status. If you still decide to stay in the local hotels, we strongly recommend that you return to your room before dark.

In which area of \u200b\u200bParis is it better to stay?

Without a doubt, the best districts of the city are those located near the historical center. Howeverhousing   it’s very expensive, and not everyone can afford a chic room in a fashionable hotel. People looking for a budget place to stay choose sleeping areas, such as 9th or 13th. For some, saving is more than safety, so they choose disadvantaged districts, but the number of such tourists is very small. "What are the best areas for travelers in Paris?" - often this question is asked by people who are going on a trip to France. If you don’t have enough money to check into luxury hotels, then choose quiet and peaceful sleeping areas that border historic districts.

We are planning our first trip to Paris in early September. Choose a hotel 2 * and 3 *. For us, the center itself is important, walking distance to beautiful historical places. The travel agency offered a choice of 7 hotels. I began to look at the map and I can’t determine which one is better to choose. Where do you want to go on foot? At first I estimated the distance to the Louvre, but then I realized that the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower are in other places (there are a lot of them to walk from the Louvre). We have never been and never imagine the historical center in Paris.
  Maybe you don’t have to strive to reach these places on foot? Maybe you need to get to Noterdam or what place else?
  Tell me the most significant and picturesque places in the center of Paris, near which you would recommend living.
  It is clear that a sightseeing tour by bus throughout the city and a walking tour in the center (including at the house of the Disabled) are included in the program, and we will see all this with a guide. The main question is why take a closer look at the hotel?

PS: offered the following hotels:
  1.Hibiscus 2 - 66, Rue de Malte
  2. Hotel Alexandrine Opéra Paris - 10 rue de Moscou
  3. 121 Paris Hotel 3 * - 121 avenue de Clichy
  4. Hotel Apollo Opera - 32 Rue de Douai
  5. Amiot 2 * - 76, boulevard de Strasbourg
  6. Hotel Avenir Montmartre ** - 39 Boulevard de Rochechouart
7. Hotel Fiat - 36 rue de Douai

There were no cockroaches; the metro node was nearby, at 50m. We lived in the attic for three under the roof, but with a bath and not a shower. The lift is tiny; the view from the windows is good, on the expensive hotel opposite. Breakfast is ordinary Parisian. The hotel is actually tiny, with a maximum of 2-3 rooms per floor.
  They also chose between the Boulevards and this hotel; everything suited us. We went to the center through the ancient Mare district.

Geargiana, read hotel reviews at http://www.tripadvisor.com
  All these hotels are the 9th district in which travel agencies lodge tourists. They are located approximately equidistant from the historian. center - the island of Shite. Therefore, choose the hotel that is better. If you were driving on your own, I would recommend that you settle in 2, 3, 5, 6 districts. Look at the plan of Paris and you will imagine what is what.
  As for "everywhere on foot", it is a matter of taste and physical. forms :) For example, I love Parisian buses :) They really save time and effort :)

These hotels are located in the north of Paris. Nearby attractions include Montmartre and Sacrequer Church. The Hibiscus 2 - 66, Rue de Malte is located closer to the Marais, Cite Island and Notre Dame Cathedral. Walking from any of these hotels to the centrally located sights is far, it is better to take the metro, and even better by city bus. Those. the center, in my understanding, is within walking distance from the central part of the Seine embankments and includes 1-6 districts of the city. For example, the Louvre, Tuileries, Champs Elysees, the Eiffel Tower, the Dorsay Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Cite Island are located in these areas. Latin Quarter with the Luxembourg Gardens, Pompidou Center, Marais Quarter and Place des Vosges).
  Of these, I would choose a hotel with the highest rating and the best value for money, as well as the most conveniently located in relation to the metro lines and bus stops that you need.

For example, I love Parisian buses :) They save a lot of time and energy :)

Joining Mankesh. I like buses in all European capitals and other major cities. In Paris there are several bus routes that are easy to loop around to go around all the important attractions. Do not forget about night buses, especially in summer.

At one time, I walked all over Paris historical, except Montmartre. This is a matter of habit and physical form. We happily walked from the Arch of Défense to the Louvre, for example))
Well, and also, what I really want to see. On the first visit, for some reason I was interested in the Eiffel Tower and Versailles mainly. Those. if there was a choice, then somewhere with a good view of the tower would sit down then. And now give me only the pedestrian accessibility of the Luxembourg Gardens))

I mean, read reviews about hotels and the one that you like is the one you choose. It is difficult to get around on foot and for a long time anyway.

But now I join the love of buses, it saves a lot of time.)

I’ll also add that we love walking more than visiting museums. We want to enjoy the European city and its center. We have no desire to manage to visit many tourist places in a day. For us, the main thing is that the path along which we go from the hotel to Noterdam, for example, is picturesque. According to Google maps I looked that it was 20 minutes on foot to Noterdam, and to Pl. Vosges and the Louvre for 30-35 minutes. Given the budget hotel Hibiscus. So for now, consider it.
  PS: Honestly, they can throw stones at me here, but from museums we plan to go only to the Eiffel, the rest of the time - walks, gatherings on park benches and coffee in Parisian cafes with beautiful views)) We just want a Parisian atmosphere :)

but from museums   We plan to go only to Eiffel, the rest of the time - walks, gatherings on park benches and coffee in Parisian cafes with beautiful views)) We just want a Parisian atmosphere :)

Picturesque, do not hesitate. Mare is a very nice and old quarter, with a bunch of palaces of nobility. It was there that Queen Margot and her friend met with her lovers, fought d'Artagnan and de Bussy (:)), and King Henry II was mortally wounded in the tournament.
  The bus was never used for 5 + 7 days in Paris. If possible, walk. Mare, Saint Louis, Latin Quarter, Cité, Champs Elysees; Orsay Tower.
  We made a route for the day so that there, by metro, and from the end point to the hotel we walked and walked all day.

6. Hotel Avenir Montmartre ** - 39 Boulevard de Rochechouart

1.Hibiscus 2 - 66, Rue de Malte

Familiar spat for a long time

2. Hotel Alexandrine Opéra Paris - 10 rue de Moscou

4. Hotel Apollo Opera - 32 Rue de Douai

Honestly, they can throw stones at me here, but we plan to visit the Eiffel from museums only, the rest of the time - walks, gatherings on park benches and coffee in Parisian cafes with beautiful views)) We just want a Parisian atmosphere :)