Things to do in Left Bank

Activities, attractions and tours

Eiffel Tower showing heritage elements, a monument and a park
Eiffel Tower showing heritage elements, a monument and a park
Champ de Mars which includes a park
Montparnasse Tower featuring a city
7th Arrondissement featuring interior views

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1. Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most enduring symbols of Paris and a key part of any visit to the city. And it’s hard to miss this iconic structure, as it stands 323 metres above the Champ de Mars (field of Mars) on the left bank of the River Seine. Take your time to wander around the beautifully landscaped park at the base of the tower and admire the stunning views.
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Eiffel Tower showing modern architecture and a garden

2. Luxembourg Gardens

Situated in the heart of the Latin Quarter, on the left bank of the Seine, the Jardins de Luxembourg (Luxembourg Gardens) offer a breath of fresh air in this busy city, for locals and visitors alike.
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Luxembourg Gardens showing a garden as well as a large group of people

3. Les Invalides

Les Invalides is a historic military complex that includes several museums, monuments and churches. Brush up on French military history at its trio of museums, stroll along the grand lawns of the Esplanade des Invalides and see the ostentatious tomb of the famous French dictator Napoleon Bonaparte.
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Les Invalides which includes heritage architecture

4. Paris Catacombs

In the late 18th century, the city of Paris was facing a problem – water supplies were becoming contaminated because of overcrowding in graveyards, which was leading to health problems among inhabitants. The city’s government came up with an ingenious solution: move existing bones into the abandoned underground limestone quarries to create more space in the graveyards. The result can be seen today in the fascinating Paris Catacombs, which have been a tourist attraction since 1874.
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Paris Catacombs which includes heritage elements

5. Tour Montparnasse

Tour Montparnasse is one of the very few skyscrapers in Paris, making the view from its 56th-floor observation deck almost entirely exclusive. The 690-foot (210-meter) tower has an upscale restaurant and is primarily used for offices and residences. Spot some of your favorite sights around Paris, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, from the observation deck.
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Tour Montparnasse showing a city, landscape views and night scenes

What to do in Left Bank


Popular places to visit

Areas of Left Bank

French Academy featuring signage, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

4.5/5(73 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Check out top attractions like Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres and Place Saint-Germain-des-Pres, and jump on the metro at Mabillon Station or Saint-Germain-des-Pres Station to see more of the city.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés
6th Arrondissement which includes a park and a statue or sculpture

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(108 area reviews)

Read about Parisian intelligentsia, discover the lively Latin Quarter and enjoy scenic gardens and bohemian café culture.

6th Arrondissement
Quartier Latin featuring street scenes

Latin Quarter

4.5/5(272 area reviews)

The 5th Arrondissement of Paris is an area filled with bars, cafés, grand religious buildings and a museum of natural history.

Latin Quarter
Luxembourg Gardens featuring flowers, a statue or sculpture and a garden

Odéon

Consider exploring the colourful gardens in Odéon. If sightseeing is on the list, Luxembourg Gardens is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Odeon Station to see more of the area.

Odéon
Sorbonne showing heritage architecture, street scenes and a fountain

Sorbonne

Consider exploring the stunning river views in Sorbonne. If sightseeing is on the list, Panthéon is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of the area.

Sorbonne
Notre-Dame cathedral at dusk, as viewed from Tournelle bridge, on île de la cité, earth of Paris, France.

5th Arrondissement

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Travellers love 5th Arrondissement for its charming cafes, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cardinal Lemoine Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard.

5th Arrondissement

 

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