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Le Marais

3e arrondissement, 75003 Paris, France
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Ranked #12 of 564 attractions in Paris
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Type: Neighbourhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Dining, Shopping
Owner description: Located on a land-filled swamp, this revitalized neighborhood, once a center of high culture, fell into disrepair following the French Revolution, but... more » Owner description: Located on a land-filled swamp, this revitalized neighborhood, once a center of high culture, fell into disrepair following the French Revolution, but has regained prominence. « less
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Bremen, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Art galleries restaurant, and à real french atmosphere, you will love that area. Great little shops, shoe shops, clothing, cuttlery

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I love this part of the city. The shopping is the best and the best priced. The diversity of the neighborhood can't be beat and there is a cafe or two on every street. My wife and I always seem to find something cool and unique to buy in the Marais. You won't go broke shopping here like you might... More

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Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Originally the jewish quarter, this area reminds me much of Soho in New York city. Extremely eclectic with high end shops and original boutiques. Also you may trip over one of the most famous falafel shops in Paris. Just ask, where it is, you won't regret it. Bon Apetit.

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South Padre Island, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Our hotel was on Champs-Elysees which is a very touristy area. So, the day we ventured into the Marais district we were pleasantly happy! This seemed to be more of a local atmosphere although filled with many boutiques. This area had the best shopping in Paris...and the reason I say best is because the boutiques had some really cute clothes... More

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Kongsvinger, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

What to say about Marais? Perfect for walking, taking small shopping-trips or just a little drink. Place des Vosges is a beauty, the handsome - and gay, Louis XIII is still sitting on his horse. Take some hours in Musée Carnavalet - free entrance, walk the narrow streets - when the pavement shines like silver. Le Marais is crowdy on... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

My absolute favorite when it comes to Paris. Our guide was a local from here so she explained us the real parisian vibe through the streets of the magnificent gay jewish quarter.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Wow this has to be one of the most interesting small areas in Paris. The Square around which the area revolves is perhaps the most beautiful Gay Paris. We went on a Sunday and appeared to be two of very few foreign tourists so if it's good enough for the local and there were hundreds of them it's good enough... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

The North end of the Marais, just south of P.d.l. Republique, is the new hot area of Paris. Great shopping, restaurants and nightlife. If you walk south on rue Belanger, and turn right toward Temple, there are some great new restaurants and concept stores (ex., The Broken Arm) that are alot of fun. Great mens' shopping along the route. Then... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

We at an atmospheric restaurant called Camille and the foodvwas good too .highly recommended .Would book we were just lucky to get a table being Saturday night

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Basel, Switzerland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

We took a walking tour and I would go back to just walk around and do more window shopping! We did not go into the Holocaust memorial but the area around it had other memorial plaques as well.

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