the place of the Bastille

Place de la Bastille

In the centre of the square, the famous "Génie de la Liberté" (Spirit of Freedom) commemorates the revolution of 1830, but is well known for the 1789 revolution. At the time, the square was occupied by the Bastille Prison, which was a symbol of absolute power in the Ancien Régime. After the prison was destroyed after the revolution, nothing remained. Today, the square plays host to large cultural events such as concerts, fairs and citizen events, and has many bars and restaurants close by on Rue de la Roquette for nightowls to frequent. The square is also the starting point for a stroll on the Faubourg Saint-Antoine, where you can discover courses and picturesque passages: Passage du Chantier, Cour de l'Etoile d'Or, Cour des Trois Frères... the iconic landmark of the district is the Opéra. Designed by architect Carlos Ott, this marvel of modern architecture with transparent facades was inaugurated on the day of the bicentenary of the French Revolution.

Les Catacombes

This Parisian ossuary, covering 11,000 m² of underground space is called the Catacombes in reference to the Catacombs of Rome. Visitors can access the Catacombes from Place Denfert-Rochereau. Six million bones from various Parisian cemeteries rest in the 1.7 km labyrinth of tunnels. The height of the passages is 1.8 m and the temperature is 14 degrees. The tour is not recommended for those suffering from cardiac or respiratory failure, sensitive individuals and unaccompanied children. An unusual and fascinating tour! Please note that the exit is located at 36 rue Rémy Dumoncel.

La tour Montparnasse

Europe’s fastest lift takes you to a height of 196 metres in 38 seconds. Finest view of Paris in a new fun, modern and very comfortable space. Admire Paris's monuments and districts: Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Notre-Dame, Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur, Luxembourg Gardens, Centre Pompidou, Saint-Germain des Prés, La Défense, the Latin Quarter…
Numerous audio-visual and interactive installations will help you to explore and understand Paris: panoramas of Paris, interactive terminals with quiz, archive photo exhibition of Paris, 3D animation.Make the most of your visit to the 56th floor with a gourmet or romantic stop at the 360° Café, the highest bar with a panoramic view of Paris.