Saint Germain des Pres Quarter
Saint Germain des Pres Quarter
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Neighbourhood: Saint-Germain-des-Prés
In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, life is effortlessly chic and all things are beautiful. The main boulevard is dotted with famed terraced cafés, haut-couture shops, ivy-covered railings and fine-dining restaurants. Antique dealers and art galleries surround the fine art school and small museums hide in unassuming squares. The neighbourhood’s namesake church is the oldest in Paris and is the backdrop for talented musicians every weekend. The Luxembourg Gardens house the national senate, splendid lawns and flourishing flower beds. Famous faces and bourgeois Parisians frequent Saint Germain accompanied by the students of Rue Saint Guillaume and Rue des Saints-Pères. This is a neighbourhood where afternoon people-watching from a café or playing cards in a brasserie are a key part of the daily fabric.
How to get there
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés • 1 min walk
- Mabillon • 3 min walk
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- Julie OGold Coast, Australia331 contributionsSafe and charmingStayed in this area on my recent solo trip to Paris. Felt very safe and quiet at night where I stayed. Abundance of restaurants to choose from and close to a lot of sights. Highly recommend this area to stay when in Paris.Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 21 November 2023
- Thomas VOakland, California18,169 contributionsUpscale, Good for AntiquesLots of religious buildings here, some museums and some pretty little parks. It has evolved into an upscale neighborhood with great shopping and eating. Good place to look for antiques, but beware, prices can be high. Also the HQ of the publishing industry in France. Take a guided tour, like we did.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 January 2024
- Isabella FernandesGermany20 contributionsSaint Germain des Pres QuarterBeing from Germany this was the place second on my trip after Eiffel Tower. So I stayed in this area on my recent solo trip to Paris. Felt very safe and quiet at night where I stayed. Abundance of restaurants to choose from and close to a lot of sights. Highly recommend this area to stay when in Paris.Visited March 2024Travelled soloWritten 30 May 2024
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Stojkin
Prague, Czech Republic374 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Saint Germain area has really great vibe. All cafes, bars and restaurant. In sunny days, this is really cool place to be. Just walking around, sit outside of a restaurant and just look around.
Written 5 July 2020
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA18,169 contributions
May 2022
I was a little surprised at how luxury shopping has taken over this neighborhood. Between the traditional antique stores and the newer designer clothing and handbag outlets, there seems to be little for the average person. Even the cafes and restaurants have become too upscale. Still there is a lot of history here with the ancient church and its religious community, plus the historic beatnik cafes.
Written 17 June 2022
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christine l
Amsterdam, The Netherlands69 contributions
July 2022 • Family
Have been to Paris many times and usually stay in 5th Arrondissement, but stayed here this time and it is my new favorite. Lots of small shops and friendly cafes. Lovely evening strolling to people watch; have a glass of wine or a scoop of ice cream. Places open late which is wonderful. Very safe and very tidy. Close to Luxembourg Gardens if you like to exercise this is a fabulous place to run. My young adult daughter loved staying here. Highly recommend.
Written 9 July 2022
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia51,050 contributions
Oct 2019
Saint Germain des Pres Quarter is a very special and in some ways, historical quarter of Paris. There are some good museums and some lovely cafes, like Le Procope, where intellectuals used to meet in days gone by. Philosophers, poets, artists and the like. It is an interesting part of the city to wander around.
Written 10 September 2020
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Julie O
Gold Coast, Australia331 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Stayed in this area on my recent solo trip to Paris. Felt very safe and quiet at night where I stayed. Abundance of restaurants to choose from and close to a lot of sights. Highly recommend this area to stay when in Paris.
Written 21 November 2023
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Isabella Fernandes
Germany20 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Being from Germany this was the place second on my trip after Eiffel Tower. So I stayed in this area on my recent solo trip to Paris. Felt very safe and quiet at night where I stayed. Abundance of restaurants to choose from and close to a lot of sights. Highly recommend this area to stay when in Paris.
Written 30 May 2024
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA18,169 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Lots of religious buildings here, some museums and some pretty little parks. It has evolved into an upscale neighborhood with great shopping and eating. Good place to look for antiques, but beware, prices can be high. Also the HQ of the publishing industry in France. Take a guided tour, like we did.
Written 22 January 2024
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radharani9
Puttaparthi, India212 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
I had a lovely long walk through saint germain on a warm day this past august. It was beautiful to walk through the quaint streets with charming boutiques and eateries. Especially enjoyed the covered areas with specialty shops.
Written 13 September 2023
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Jundiai, SP140,977 contributions
Nov 2019
It is the oldest still standing church (built in the 6th century) in the city of Paris. Part of it was under renovation, but I got beautiful pictures of this beautiful church.
Written 17 December 2019
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Ihaveatonofcats
Sacramento, CA314 contributions
I enjoyed the area of st. germain du pres. Stay in this area if you can. Late at night there are still people gathered at cafes. It seems...active and it was rather clean. I wasnt scared walking the streets at night, plus the location is great, not that far from the good museums, the eiffel tower, invalides, or the notre dame cathedral.
Written 13 January 2005
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kmb826
Charleston, South Carolina
There are a series of vendor booths along the Place Saint-Germain des Près in the Village d’ete St Germain just West of les Deux Magots. My fiancée and I were there two days ago and bought a sterling silver charm from one of the booths. The vendor gave us his card as well, both of which were subsequently lost during our voyage home. If anyone has the information or name of the vendor selling sterling silver bracelets, necklaces, charms, rings, etc. we would truly appreciate it!!
Written 9 July 2018
Desole, I saw the vendor but I didn't get their name or card.
Enjoy your charm.
Written 10 July 2018
We will be staying on Rue Boissonade over the weekend. Any suggestions for interesting things to do on a Sunday? We are not all that young either!
Written 22 February 2018
I adore the old churches. Pick a service and renew your spirit. The acoustics are beautiful in Norte Dame. Feed your senses and your soul.
Written 24 February 2018
I'm looking to find small one of a kind boutiques, new small clothing designers. What areas for shopping in Paris would you suggest.
Written 21 July 2017
the latin quarter is the right place for finding these small boutiques. try rue de bac and its soroundings
Written 28 July 2017
C'è un ristorante dove si mangia frutti di mare..non ricordo come si chiama..era bellissimo pavimento con sassolini..mi Sto arrivando! Dire?
Written 11 February 2017
Gentile signore, la sua domanda è troppo generica nel quartiere di Saint-Germain ci sono molti locali simili dove si possono gustare i frutti di mare. Mi dispiace non esserle di aiuto
Written 13 February 2017
C'è un ristorante dove si mangia frutti di mare..non ricordo come si chiama..era bellissimo pavimento con sassolini..mi Sto arrivando! Dire?
Written 11 February 2017
Mi dispiace non posso esserti di aiuto,ho consumato soltanto una bibita in bar:
Written 12 February 2017
Linda Q
Vancouver, Canada
Hi I love the reviews on this area of Paris and definitely want to stay here.
Can anyone recommend any hotels to stay in reasonably priced?
Also we really want to be within walking distance of nice bars and restaurants at night, where exactly would be good to find a hotel?
Thanks
Written 4 March 2016
You MUST check out Left Bank St Germain. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. the location is perfect, I will be staying there next time i visit. Great for bars, restaurants and street music on a night!
Written 6 March 2016
What is the name of the streets where you found the medieval ruins which has the Jewish synagogue?
thank you,
Marcia
Written 7 February 2016
Hi Marcia, I don't recall having posted any such remark. But if you can help me remeber where I said this I may be able to remember. Thank you and sorry for not having a quick answer for you!
Written 8 February 2016
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