Best areas to stay in Paris (and ones to AVOID!)

Visiting Paris for the first time? Parisian Jamie is going to tell you about the top 5 areas to stay in when visiting Paris that we think you'll love, plus we'll tell you the pros and cons of each so you can choose the PERFECT area to stay in for your Paris trip.

Time stamps:
00:31 - Introduction To Paris
01:25 - How to choose an area
02:01 - Le Marais
03:20 Saint-Germain-des-Prés
04:53 Montmartre
05:41 1st & 2nd Arrondissement
07:03 11th Arrondissement
08:16 3 Bonus Arrondissements - The Latin Quarter, Canal St Martin, 7th Arrondissement

Mentioned in the video and our top hotel recommendations ⬇️

Areas mentioned:

1️⃣ Le Marais
Pros: Trendy, great for foodies, vibrant nightlife
Cons: Far from monuments, busy

2️⃣ Saint-Germain-des-Pres
Pros: Quintessential Paris, quieter
Cons: Expensive, no nightlife

3️⃣ Montmartre
Pros: Quaint, picturesque Paris, family-friendly
Cons: Isolated, lots of tourist pockets, hotels can be expensive

4️⃣ Border of 1st and 2nd
Pros: Lively, close to monuments, near designer shops
Cons: Can be touristic, higher prices

5️⃣ 11th arrondissement
Pros: Very Local, up and coming, more affordable
Cons: Not picturesque Paris, street cleanliness

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[karisamarie]

What I’m loving about your channel is how updated it is compared to other content. So many other channels all cover the same 5 or 6 places. I love how this one covers familiar places as well as places I’ve never heard of before. I’m glad you’re here ❤

[rosamondbovey]

Also the 5th arrondissement, closer to the eastern portion toward rue des Ecoles and rue Monge. Very friendly yet the heart pod the original Roman Paris with vestigial roman baths (Cluny) and amphitheater (Arenes de Lutece)

[winromeo]

You are right about the 11th near the squares, I stayed around there before but huge protests happened twice! Otherwise it’s such a great area. I loved the 19th near the park, residential but charming. Loved the canal too. Thank you for this video!!😊

[thefozzybear]

3:37 6th arrondissement is where I plan to stay.

[od]

We stayed in the 16th Pasey and it was so nice.

[joebupkiss]

i lived in the 7th for 2 years. Tres spectacular !

[Hippy]

17th arrondissement with less tourists and cheaper accomodations

[TommyFlanagan]

What store is shown when you were talking about bookstores? Looks like an amazing place

[rosamondbovey]

9th arrondissement is not shabby either. Great bus accommodations, near the Gates, and near the music and sheet music haven near the Opera, rue de Rome, and the Gare St Lazare. Not too far from Montmartre but much more central.

[susanb]

Love the 14th for being non touristy and laid back

[Ilim]

Thanks for the video. I wish the names of all the places didn't flash for just a split second.

[davidsearle]

We just returned only last week, our plans were slightly dampened by the weather but it did not stop the fun. We can't wait to return in the new year.

[dianesobel]

So Happy I found you! This is going to be my first visit to Paris, your info is very helpful. We are staying in the 6th adr. Bonsoir Madame Hotel. What is your opinion on this hotel? Merci

[josephusanthonybumaat]

Bonjour! Can you also do a video about the best spots to get a photo with the Eiffel Tower in the background? 😊

[dembowww]

Good video! It does have some typos in the spelling of street names etc. Perhaps you could correct that. (Rue MontOrgeuil, Sacré-COEUr, BarbÈs - Rochechouart, Palais-Royal).

[branhamphotos]

This is great. Do you have recommendations where to stay. I will be there for a few days at the end of November for the Christmas markets. I do enjoy walking at night.. thanks

[alialtubaikh]

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And i just understand my next trip city which is number 11 and i find it night life and i am not like that

[Gemsal]

Thanks for the insight! Any thoughts on Hotel Relais Bosquet in the 7th district? Will be visiting for just a few days and want something relatively central but safe.

[Soma-vxjv]

Is the 16th arrondissement a good place to stay. I’m looking to stay at Hotel Garden Elysees. 1st timers and I want to be in a good area. Thanks

[ElenaZuniga-classic-lady]

Hello! could you please let me know in which arrondissement is located Clichy, Paris? thank you! really appreciate your information.