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Staying at Hôtel Les Tournelles means experiencing Paris in one of its most authentic districts: Le Marais. With its museums, galleries, independent boutiques, and picturesque streets, the 3rd arrondissement also boasts a fantastic variety of brunch spots. From classic to Mediterranean to plant-based, here’s our handpicked selection of the best places to brunch—all within walking distance from the hotel—for a delicious gourmet moment in Paris.

Paris comes alive with one of the world's most prestigious equestrian events: Saut Hermès at the Grand Palais. 

The Marais district, in the heart of Paris, is renowned for its historic charm and cultural richness. 

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, there’s nothing better than a getaway to Paris, the city of love. 

On December 8, 2024, a long-awaited event will take place: the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris after several years of meticulous restoration.

The holiday season is approaching, and Paris, the city of love, is ready to welcome couples seeking a romantic getaway.

Staying at Hôtel Les Tournelles, located in the heart of Paris, gives you privileged access to the hidden gems and must-see attractions of Autumn.

If you are planning to stay at Hotel Les Tournelles during September, here’s what Paris has in store for you.

Paris is brimming with urban treasures, and among them are the islands of the Seine: Île de la Cité and Île Saint-Louis.

If you are staying at Hôtel Les Tournelles, you will be perfectly situated to enjoy the best shopping addresses in Paris.

For guests of Hôtel Les Tournelles, discovering Paris from above is an experience not to be missed.

Take advantage of your stay at the Tournelles hotel to rent bikes from nearby Vélib’ stations and get ready for a memorable adventure.

Discover five must-visit addresses to explore outdoor spaces during your stay at Hotel Les Tournelles, located in the heart of Le Marais.

From February 9, 2024, it offers two new exhibits, each in its own way, dedicated to Egypt. 

In the heart of the Marais district, the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers (National Conservatory of Arts and Crafts) is a special place.

The Hôtel les Tournelles team will be happy to tell you all about it during your next stay in Paris.  

Get ready for Christmas with us at Hôtel Les Tournelles. Ideally located in the heart of Paris, you'll enjoy all its winter charms and the magic of the festive season.

A ten-minute walk from the Hôtel Les Tournelles, you can immerse yourself in the history of revolutionary Paris by visiting the July Column, open from October 21st.

Until August 27^th, 2023, you can look at the world from a different angle thanks to Philippe Stark and his exhibition entitled Paris is Pataphysical.

Bastille Day in Paris remains something you simply must experience. The Hotel Les Tournelles team can share great ideas with you to help make your Fête Nationale truly special.

During your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles, there will be no need to cross Paris to treat yourself. There are magnificent places where you can eat well, just a stone's throw away!

March in Paris presents a glorious opportunity for a dream break in which culture, sport and relaxation are harmoniously combined.

Whether you’re looking for a headliner or want to discover new talent, you will find something to fill your evening with laughter at the Théâtre du Marais. 

From January 11th to February 7th, 2023, bargains are on offer in shops throughout the capital. 

The Hotel de Tournelles invites you to discover the myriad facets of Christmas in Paris.

Read on as our team presents its favourites of these, all less than a fifteen-minute walk from the hotel.

Capitale(s): 60 Years of Urban Art in Paris. Discover it during your stay at the Hôtel des Tournelles!

A ten-minute walk from the Hotel Les Tournelles, you can discover one of the key places in the district: the Marché des Enfants Rouges.

The Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (European Heritage Days), the 39^th edition of which will be held on September 17^th and 18^th, offer a very special annual opportunity to make the most of the city’s wealth of heritage. 

Closed for more than four years for restoration and renovation work, the Musée Carnavalet has finally reopened its doors. 

As soon as the fine weather arrives, Paris pulses to the sound of varied rhythms as a wide variety of musical events takes place, often in support of good causes. 

We invite you to discover the best hot chocolates in Paris. Here are 5 establishments where you can treat yourself to this delicacy loved by Parisians.

Summer is over, autumn is upon us, but the changing of the seasons has ushered in a host of excellent exhibitions for visitors to the French capital to enjoy.

During your stay in our 16th century building, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the many attractions of the City of Light. We recommend taking a look around Bercy Village.

Have you settled in at the Hôtel les Tournelles in the heart of the Marais district? Check out our guide to some of the trendiest rooftop terraces in Paris.

Did you think that to see a château you had to head off to Fontainebleau, Versailles or Vaux-le-Vicomte? Ask your Hotel Les Tournelles team and they will send you on a voyage of architectural discovery and fascinating historical events, all without leaving Paris!

Many museums cannot yet reopen to the public. But the good news is that you can still enjoy their many treasures at the click of a mouse!

Built in the early 19th century, the Canal Saint-Martin originally brought fresh water to the rapidly growing Parisian population.

If you enjoy dining by the fire, Paris has a wealth of places to do so. Looking to be snug in cosy surroundings for dinner, brunch or a drink? The Hotel Les Tournelles offers some suggestions of good restaurants where you can warm up by an open fire with family, friends or just your special one...

The Rue des Rosiers (Street of the Rosebushes) is situated in the heart of the picturesque Marais district and is undoubtedly one of the capital’s most emblematic, friendly and pleasant streets. We invite you to discover the special atmosphere that reigns there. Widely known as a good location for shopping, it also hosts various restaurants where you can taste the delicious specialties of the Middle East, the best of their kind in Paris!

Come along and enjoy some festive fun on the pop-up skating rinks of Paris! You can find them everywhere in the capital until mid-January. Put on your skates and share joyous moments with family or friends in picturesque settings, some of which command stunning views of the City of Light. The Hôtel les Tournelles introduces you to the capital’s temporary rinks.

A five-minute walk from our Hotel des Tournelles in the Marais, the Musée Cognacq-Jay invites you to rediscover the 18th century via that period’s works, paintings and sculptures. The culture and lifestyle of the time are also revealed through items of furniture and period objects.

The Atelier des Lumières is one of the newest Paris museums. Opened in April 2018, this digital art centre presents monumental immersive exhibitions. The Hotel Les Tournelles has the advantage of being located close to this fascinating place. If you come to stay with us between October 18th and 24th, 2019, don’t miss the opportunity to add the Immersive Art Festival of the Atelier des Lumières to your cultural agenda.

Paris in summer has a distinct holiday feel. There is lightness and relaxation in the air. The streets are empty, and the café terraces fill up. It’s the perfect time to enjoy all the charms of the city’s parks, gardens, beautiful avenues and intriguing alleyways. And the best way to do so is by bicycle! Read on as the Hotel Les Tournelles team shares with you their ideas on the subject!
 

The arrival of summer and the first waves of the season’s heat provide the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a delicious and refreshing gourmet ice cream. Give in to your desires, as the Hotel Les Tournelles has selected for you the best ice cream parlours in Paris.

Summer is a season perfectly suited to open-air music festivals and Paris certainly has more than its fair share of such events. The essential summer festivals will be awaiting you in July and August. The Hotel Les Tournelles offers its choice of the best...

Paris is famous for its wide selection of cultural and historical institutions. With the Paris Museum Pass you can take full advantage of the opportunities the city offers as it allows you free admission with no queuing to more than 50 museums and monuments, as many times as you wish. The Pass can even fit in with the time you plan to spend in Paris, as there’s a choice of duration options.

The Hotel Les Tournelles, situated in the heart of the Marais, enjoys a particularly privileged location. Discover the many Parisian monuments and historic places nearby.

Opt for an original, unusual and utterly charming way to discover Paris... from the Seine. We have a couple of Seine cruise recommendations that we think will delight you. The classic and unmissable river excursion boats called Bateaux Mouches or the more intimate experience offered by Riva! Book your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles and get ready to embark on a voyage along the other most beautiful avenue in the world...

One of the most emblematic places in Paris, located just off the Champs-Elysées, the Grand Palais was built for the 1900 World's Fair. It’s distinguished by its large glass dome surmounted by the Tricolour flag of our nation. This architectural masterpiece, in which stone, iron, steel and glass blend in perfect harmony, regularly presents exciting exhibitions and other events. In 2019 it welcomes you for a new season offering plenty that is simply unmissable...

Lovers of classic, antique and vintage cars should not miss Rétromobile, the annual must-see event dedicated to the world and history of great old cars. While you’re staying at the Hotel Les Tournelles you’ll want to visit this show that takes place at the Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre from February 6th to 10th, 2019!

As the Christmas season approaches, Paris immerses itself once more in the magical and unique Yuletide atmosphere that the city is famous for. With gorgeous and innovative shop windows, Christmas lights sparkling throughout the city and the welcoming ambiance of the picturesque Christmas markets, the capital is imbued with a wealth of good cheer and festive spirit.

Photo enthusiasts will converge on Paris this winter because the city hosts two events not to be missed under any circumstances. Paris Photo takes place from November 8th to 11th, while the Salon de la Photo overlaps it, running from November 9th to 13th, making it easier for you to attend both shows.

The Petit Palais is an unmissable Parisian monument that was built as part of the Universal Exhibition of 1900. Located at the bottom of the Avenue des Champs-Elysées, next to the Grand Palais, this Beaux-Arts style museum is well worth visiting for its appealing architecture, the fine exhibitions it presents throughout the year, and for its charming café, ideal for a snack or lunch break.

Romantic and picturesque, the Canal Saint-Martin offers a refreshing change of pace in the midst of Paris. Whether in the morning, during the day or in the evening, this historical waterway has a distinctive and charming ambiance. Take time for a stroll along the banks and enjoy a picnic in the the sun during your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles.

During your summer stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles, make a detour to the best of the Parisian guinguettes ! They have undergone a surge in popularity in recent years, but these outdoor cabarets have always been part of the popular culture of the capital. Here are some great places to eat, dance and have fun !

The Hotel Les Tournelles offers its selection of addresses where you can find the best Poke Bowl offerings in Paris. You say you’re not familiar with this colourful dish that’s so tasty, refreshing, balanced, very rich, satisfying and full of flavour? No problem; just follow the guide!

During your stay in Paris at the Hotel Les Tournelles you must not miss the opportunity to discover the Maison de Victor Hugo, a writer’s house museum located in the Place des Vosges, close to the hotel. Enjoy a pleasant stroll in this historic square, one of the most beautiful in Paris.

Sports enthusiasts, it's time to plan your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles Paris! The Eiffel Tower Vertical, that formidable climbing race, will present a daunting challenge for even the fittest runners in March. Then, in early April, the famous Paris Marathon will bring together runners and spectators from all over the world.

Moving, funny, colourful and tuneful, musicals remain high on the Parisian cultural itinerary. Proof of the city’s vibrant musical theatre scene can be found in three musicals that are on the February schedule. These are The Bodyguard at the Palais des Sports, Les Choristes (The Choristers) at the Folies Bergère and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert at the Casino de Paris. If you want to catch an excellent show while staying at the Hotel Les Tournelles it’s advisable not to delay in booking your tickets.

Soon it will be Valentine's Day... The opportunity for blissful moments of relaxation to be enjoyed by two! So, the Hotel Les Tournelles invites you to discover the best spas of Paris, and to experience the pleasure of a romantic stroll in picturesque parks and gardens, some comparatively little-known, located close to the hotel...

Paris is a city that is as vibrant by night as during the day! So, treat yourself to an unforgettable evening in one of the famous cabarets of the capital. The Lido, Moulin Rouge, Crazy Horse and Paradis Latin are big names that make the City of Light famous throughout the world. Watch the show while enjoying a glass of champagne or a delicious meal... Parisian cabarets are a feast for the eyes and palate!

With the arrival of winter, as the mercury sinks in Paris, the thoughts of people throughout the capital turn to the delicious subject of hot chocolate and the pleasure of enjoying rich, inventive and sometimes surprising versions of that comforting beverage in various Parisian tea rooms. The Hotel les Tournelles invites you to discover the best chocolatiers in Paris and take the opportunity to raise to your lips a cup redolent with the cocoa fragrance of your childhood....

Here it comes! The days grow shorter, the cold sets in and you find yourself dreaming of the warm and comforting ambience of the holiday season. Paris offers you this dream. Come and celebrate Christmas in the capital, be dazzled by the multitude of illuminations, and go on a shopping spree in the city’s Christmas markets or wonderful shops. Les Tournelles cordially invites you!

Our city’s bookshops are places of serenity; appealing and inviting whether you are simply visiting Paris or actually live in the capital. We love to browse their shelves and discover all their treasures. Paris has a wealth of quite unusual bookshops, real temples to the love of words and beautiful surroundings. Here’s a short overview of the most interesting Parisian bookshops, courtesy of Les Tournelles!

When you stay in Paris, try checking out the markets as a fun way of getting a feel for the city. You’ll find there is certainly plenty of choice as the capital boasts some 82 of them. To help you decide which to visit, here is the Tournelles guide to some of the most typically Parisian. 

The City of Light is famous throughout the world for welcoming lovers. Widely regarded as the world’s most romantic city, Paris is surely the ideal destination for a wedding or a honeymoon. So what are you waiting for? Come and enjoy our romantic offer in Paris!

In summer, Paris adapts to the slower pace prompted by the warm weather, making it the ideal time to discover the capital by bicycle. The Tournelles has some recommendations for bike rides in the capital to enjoy with friends, family or your special one.
 

Now very much in vogue, brunch has captured the hearts of the Parisians. If your idea of bliss is taking your time and indulging in something delicious during mid-morning, here is a compilation of our favourite places in which to enjoy a fine brunch in Paris. All, of course, are within easy reach of the Hotel Les Tournelles. Bon appétit!

Paris is a city that is receptive and welcoming to all forms of art, no matter how audacious. But do you know that it is also the capital of street art? International artists and Parisians who love their city come to embellish the city’s walls with colourful and memorable works. Discover the most beautifully ornate creations in the City of Light during your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles!

It’s the flower of French gastronomy and cheese in all its forms is the pride of our country. Indeed, taking into account the varieties found within each type, it is estimated that France can offer close to 1000 pressed, soft or blue, sheep's, goat’s or cow's milk cheeses... If you wish to discover some fine flavours, the Hotel Les Tournelles in Paris recommends that you try the Camembert, Roquefort and also the Tomme de Savoie in the heart of the capital.

This spring you can enjoy an exceptional variety of events at the Grand Palais! From the Saut Hermès, the famous show jumping competition, to the exhibitions devoted to Rodin and the art of gardens, not to mention the Art Paris Art Fair dedicated to contemporary art and the Month of Photography, you’re sure to find something of interest. Your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles is set to be a memorable one.
 

A romantic city par excellence, Paris invites you to celebrate the festival of lovers in the most magical way during your intimate getaway for two. Les Tournelles offers some ideas to help you enjoy an unforgettable Valentine's Day.

Every year in Paris the winter sales prove to be a magnet for bargain hunters and shopaholics. Your shopping spree will also provide a great opportunity to enjoy those architectural curiosities of the capital known as the covered passages. Indulge yourself in the shopping capital of the world during your stay at the Hotel Les Tournelles. 

Christmas and the year’s end offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy all kinds of delicious treats. With winter here, you’ll want to beat the bad weather blues by indulging in some well-chosen desserts. The Hotel Les Tournelles, situated in the heart of the Marais and housed in a magnificent historic building, guides you through a gourmet capital that ignores calories and celebrates the pleasures of the palate!

A trip to Paris is a voyage into one of the world’s great capitals of culture, as amply demonstrated by the wide and diverse selection of exhibitions the city hosts. Enjoy your stay in the welcoming and comfortable surroundings of the Hotel Les Tournelles and you can visit exhibitions that you will always remember, such as those described below. 

Take advantage of our superb location and enjoy a stroll around our historic Marais neighbourhood? After exploring the Place des Vosges and its Maison Victor Hugo, you can visit the nearby Carnavalet Museum to complete a delightful day.

Paris leads the world in organising a diverse and plentiful array of trade fairs and other events. These cover a wide range of subjects and areas of interest, including gastronomy, wine, home and lifestyle, jewellery, weddings, automobiles and more. 

As a cultural capital par excellence, Paris is brimming with world-class museums. While enjoying the various attractions of one of the most tourist-oriented cities in the world, visitors should also find time to explore an astonishingly diverse cultural universe in which pride of place is given to the arts, literature and history.

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