A Paris Guide to: 12th Arrondissement
January 17, 2023
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Café de Flore, Luxembourg Gardens, Saint Germain… oh la la! This neighborhood is full of incredible restaurants, stores, and history. Discover our favorite spots in this quartier so you can walk around like a local.
Relais Christine
3 Rue Christine, 75006 Paris
http://www.relais-christine.com/
Set in a 16th-century mansion, this elegant, upscale hotel is right on the banks of the Seine, and a short walk from Notre Dame and Sainte Chapelle. There is a posh lounge and free bike rentals, among other things on a long list of amenities!
Hotel Madison
143 Bd Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris
Discover this gem in the heart of Saint Germain. Colorful interiors, floor to ceiling windows, and an unbeatable location makes this one of our favorite places to stay.
Hotel Lutetia
45 Bd Raspail, 75006 Paris
An art-deco inspired place just steps from Le Bon Marché. Make sure to get a room with a balcony and a coveted Eiffel Tower view!
Hotel de Buci
22 Rue de Buci, 75006 Paris
Stay in this luxury hotel with old-world Parisian charm just steps away from Église de Saint Germain des Prés, right in the heart of the iconic Saint Germain neighborhood.
Aux Prés
27 Rue du Dragon, 75006 Paris
http://www.restaurantauxpres.com/
Head to this elevated bistro with homemade dishes in a cozy, traditional dining room— run by notable French chef Cyril Lignac.
Treize au Jardin
5 Rue de Médicis, 75006 Paris
http://www.treizeaujardin.com/
Discover this quaint tea parlor with a terrace & Luxembourg garden views featuring sweet & savory dishes, with a touch of Southern food flare, straight from the US.
Cafe de Flore
172 Bd Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris
Check out this famous café that has hosted historians, celebrities, and everyone in between serving familiar French fare in a charming corner locale.
Tiger
13 Rue Princesse, 75006 Paris
Local gin bar with ambient vibes and a large and colorful apero menu.
L’abattoir Végétale
9 Rue Guisarde, 75006 Paris
A favorite brunch & coffee bistro with healthy dishes in an elegant vegan venue with bare bulbs & hanging plants.
Judy
18 Rue de Fleurus, 75006 Paris
A vegetarian canteen serving delicious, healthy dishes in a light and colorful atmosphere.
Naked Burger
1 Rue de l’Ancienne Comédie, 75006 Paris
A trendy and aesthetically pleasing burger joint, serving up vegan burgers in an all-pink restaurant.
Le Deux Magots
6 Pl. Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris
Opened in 1885, this iconic brasserie serves traditional French fare in an airy, charming space.
Maoz
36 Rue Saint-André des Arts, 75006 Paris
Check out this Middle Eastern vegan & vegetarian chain for counter-serve falafel with serve-yourself toppings.
Le 43 Rooftop
4 Rue Danton, 75006 Paris
Enjoy incredible views of Paris from the top of the Holiday Inn in Saint Germain, all with a drink in hand. Perfection!
La Jacobine
59-61 Rue Saint-André des Arts, 75006 Paris
https://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Jacobine/165085470188754
Incredible home-cooked meals of traditional French dishes like onion soup & coq au vin in a snug setting in a historic passageway.
Luxembourg Gardens
http://www.senat.fr/visite/jardin/index.html
A 17th-century park with formally laid-out gardens, trees planted in patterns & statues on pedestals, with the palace as a backdrop.
Luxembourg Palace
http://www.senat.fr/lng/en/the_luxembourg_palace.html
A former royal residence, this palace is now repurposed & used as the meeting place for the French senate.
Eglise Saint Germain de Pres
3 Pl. Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris
The site of Rene Descartes’ tomb, this church is an 11th-century reconstruction of an earlier monastery, located in the heart of Saint Germain.
Eglise Saint Sulpice
2 Rue Palatine, 75006 Paris
This 17th-century Roman Catholic place of worship has an ornate facade & naturally lit painted dome. (You might recognize it as a church featured in the film “The Da Vinci Code”
Rue de Buci
Rue de Buci, 75006, Paris
Take a stroll down this notable and picturesque street with many cafes and historic monuments.
Odeon Theater
Pl. de l’Odéon, 75006 Paris
An iconic theater built in the late 1700s. This performing arts theater now hosts classic & modern productions.
Magasin Sennelier
3 Quai Voltaire, 75006 Paris
A historic art supplies store on the banks of the Seine; one of the oldest art stores in Paris.
Marin Montagut
48 Rue Madame, 75006 Paris
A cute store right beside Luxembourg Gardens, featuring all handmade objects from the artist, Marin Montagut.
Marché Raspail
Bd Raspail, 75006 Paris
http://www.paris.fr/lieux/marche-raspail-5467
A local open air market, featuring goods and produce from the neighborhood vendors!
Bandha Yoga
31 Rue Bonaparte, 75006 Paris
A light and spacious yoga studio offering a variety of classes and custom yoga sessions.
Studio Rituel
16 Rue de la Grande Chaumière, 75006 Paris
http://www.studio-rituel.paris/
Take a class at this pilates and barre studio with friendly coaches and a cozy atmosphere!
Dynamo
5 Rue Dupin, 75006 Paris
A fun and high-tempo cycling studio with group classes and professional instructors.
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