A lively district par excellence, the 12ᵉ arrondissement of Paris is packed with great places to discover. This colorful arrondissement, much loved by its residents, is the perfect place to stroll! Here’s what we recommend you do on your next visit.
The fairground arts museum, to keep your childlike spirit alive
Every year, more than 300,000 people pass through the doors of the sublime Musée Spectacle in Paris. You’ll discover old rides, century-old attractions and a few curiosities… The scenography is simply breathtaking and well worth the detour. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit it.
📍 53 Avenue des Terroirs de France, 75012 Paris
The Bois de Vincennes, a place to recharge your batteries
If you’re looking for a little peace and quiet in the heart of Paris, then you’ll love the Bois de Vincennes. We like to go there for a run, a picnic or why not to spend some romantic time with our loved one. .. anything is possible!
📍Rte de la Pyramide, 75012 Paris
The Viaduc des Arts, for artists
It’s impossible to talk about the 12th arrondissement without mentioning the Viaduc des Arts. Here you’ll find no fewer than 57 talented creators and craftsmen: chocolatiers, glass blowers, luthiers, jewelers… A must-see stop on the green corridor.
📍 1-127 Avenue Daumesnil, 75012 Paris
Visit the Beauvau market, also known as the “Aligre market”
This paradise of fresh produce will delight all lovers of good things. Cheesemongers, butchers, fishmongers… there’s no shortage of choice to indulge yourself! This friendly indoor market is open 6 days a week. There’s no excuse not to visit at least once.
📍 Place d’Aligre, 75012
Take a stroll through the Cour Damoye, a bucolic secret passage nestled in the heart of the 12ᵉ arrondissement
Not far from the hustle and bustle of Place de la Bastille, there’s a hidden alley we love to explore. The romantic, bucolic Cour Damoye will seduce you with its singular charm. Once the haunt of ragpickers and scrap merchants, today it’s a popular place to relax.
📍place de la Bastille, 75012 Paris
Climb to the top of the Laho rooftop
This sublime rooftop offers spectacular panoramic views over the whole of Paris. Perched 65 metres high, you’ll have a 360° view of the entire capital. The perfect spot to enjoy a drink with friends and watch the sunset.
Party at Bastille, the ultimate spot for fun in Paris’s 12th arrondissement
If you’re looking for a place to decompress after a day’s work, a hidden bar where you can drink good cocktails or a nightclub where you can get your groove on, this is the place to stop. Bastille is packed with great addresses to suit all tastes and budgets. One thing’s for sure: you won’t get bored here!