Located right along the Seine, the 12th arrondissement offers so many unique activities, indie shops, nature getaways, and colorful photo opportunities. Discover our favorite must-see places in the neighborhood!

STAY

Hotel le Quartier Bercy

33 Bd de Reuilly, 75012 Paris, France

http://www.lequartierhotelbs.com/

Located on a tree-lined boulevard near Place de Nation, this contemporary hotel offers a picturesque getaway in the middle of a city.

Mercure Paris Hotel

3 Rue Parrot, 75012 Paris, France

https://all.accor.com/lien_externe.svlt?goto=fiche_hotel&code_hotel=B6F9&merchantid=seo-maps-FR-B6F9&sourceid=aw-cen&utm_medium=seo+maps&utm_source=google+Maps&utm_campaign=seo+maps&y_source=1_MTcyMTkzMjYtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D

Just steps from Bastille, this hotel is in the heart of a trendy neighborhood with indie bars, wine shops, local parks, and easy access to the Seine.

Color Design Hotel

35 Rue de Cîteaux, 75012 Paris, France

http://www.colordesign-hotel-paris.com/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Mybusiness&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness

A hotel for color lovers! This modern designed hotel features rooms with touches of beautiful colors and lovely amenities. This is truly a unique experience! 

Hotel du Printemps

80 Bd de Picpus, 75012 Paris, France

http://www.hotel-paris-printemps.com/

Close to beautiful nature walkways and interesting museums, this hotel has easy access to everything!

EAT

PNY Burger

120 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, 75012 Paris, France

https://pnyburger.com/

Treat yourself to this popular & trendy restaurant whipping up burgers, sandwiches, finger foods & desserts— plus milkshakes!

Laho Rooftop

5-9 Rue Van Gogh, 75012 Paris, France

https://www.laho-rooftop.fr/?utm_source=google_my_business&utm_medium=referencement_local

Spend the evening above the Seine at this laidback rooftop bar, offering beer, wine, cocktails & charcuterie boards, plus incredible city views. Note: only open seasonally!

Ground Control

81 Rue du Charolais, 75012 Paris, France

http://www.groundcontrolparis.com/

One of the most interesting marketplace and street fair-type locations in the city! This quirky, industrial venue has outdoor seating & shops, plus a food hall serving local & global fare.

SEE

Place de Nation

Pl. de la Nation, 75012 Paris, France

https://www.parisinfo.com/transports/90899/Place-de-la-Nation

This circular park is the intersection of the 11th, 12th, and 20th arrondissements, and has many interesting restaurants, shops, and local markets in the area!

Coulée Vert

1 Coulée Verte René-Dumont, 75012 Paris, France

https://www.paris.fr/equipements/coulee-verte-rene-dumont-1772

Take the Highline in NYC but make it French! Take a break and walk along an elevated nature path through the 12th arrondissement to see the city in a whole new way!

Bois de Vincennes

Did you know there is a large forest just outside of Paris? Take a nice afternoon and discover the Bois de Vincennes, along with a historical tour of the château!

DO

Marche d’Aligre

25-11 Rue d’Aligre, 75012 Paris, France

http://www.paris.fr/equipements/marche-decouvert-beauvau-marche-d-aligre-5481

This local farmers market has the nicest vendors and all the produce you could ever want, with good prices.

Rue Cremieux

A street with one house in every color! This is a small but very picturesque street, definitely worth a look if you’re in the area.

Bercy Village

Cr Saint-Emilion, 75012 Paris, France

https://www.bercyvillage.com/

Discover this small shopping village with local shops and delicious food!

Marché Cours de Vincennes

Cr de Vincennes, 75012 Paris, France

Another great local farmers market! There is a lot of variety with reasonable prices.

Cinémathèque Française

51 Rue de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France

https://www.cinematheque.fr/

Both museum and cinema, this is a great option for a rainy day. Explore interesting exhibits on the history of film, then catch a local film screening!