Montparnasse

Paris
Montparnasse featuring a garden and a city

Filled with cafés and bars, this historic hilly neighborhood was the meeting place of many great artists of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Explore museums and galleries, tour the underground tunnel networks and see the public burial pits in Montparnasse. Shop for boutique clothing, fine organic wines and beautifully crafted house wares. Find spectacular views of Paris from the observation deck of the Montparnasse tower.

Visit the entrance to Les Catacombes, a tunnel network running under most of the city. This vast network is about 185 miles (300 kilometers) long and features ancient public burial pits. Tour Les Catacombes and see some of the bones of about 6 million people packed into the walls. The bones were moved into the pits in the late 18th and mid-19th centuries to prevent disease.

Relax in one of the many bars and cafés in Montparnasse. Wander along Rue de la Gaïté and find charming cafés with outdoor seating. Stop at a cinema bar and visit the haunts of famous artists, including Man Ray and Jean Cocteau. Montparnasse was considered the center of creative and intellectual life in the early 20th century.

Discover the Fondation Cartier, a contemporary art museum. Take a guided tour of the gallery and admire the temporary exhibits. This unique center is designed as a space where artists and the general public can interact. With children’s workshops, the Fondation Cartier is perfect for the whole family. The museum is located about a 10-minute walk from the center of Montparnasse.

Wander through the Montparnasse Cemetery and see the graves of famous artists and writers, including poet Charles Baudelaire and playwright Samuel Beckett. The site was opened in the early 19th century and spans about 50 acres (20 hectares). Walk under the shade of the cemetery’s many trees and admire the gravestones.

Montparnasse is located on the left bank of the River Seine. It is known as a quieter area of Paris however, it is renowned for its culture and attractions. Find less expensive accommodations in Montparnasse if you are traveling on a budget. Access the large Montparnasse–Bienvenüe Station via a number of lines on the Paris Metro.

In your exploration of Montparnasse, be sure to include a visit to one of the many crêperies for some of Paris’ finest sweet crêpes.


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Hôtel Vacances Bleues Villa Modigliani
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Villa Modigliani
3 out of 5
13 rue Delambre, Paris, Paris
The price is CA $141 per night from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4
CA $141
CA $171 total
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Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Location was convenient and close to transportation. Walking distance to many places that interested us. I’d stay in this place again if needed."

Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2024

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Hotel Mercure Paris Centre Gare Montparnasse
Hotel Mercure Paris Centre Gare Montparnasse
4 out of 5
20 Rue De La Gaite, Paris, Paris
The price is CA $221 per night from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25
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Nov 24 - Nov 25
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8.2/10 Very Good! (976 reviews)
"the location very near the Montparnasse train station"

Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2024

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Hotel Renoir*** Paris Montparnasse
Hotel Renoir*** Paris Montparnasse
3 out of 5
39 Rue Du Montparnasse, Paris, Paris
The price is CA $90 per night from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4
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6.6/10 (975 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and bars, but if you are a light sleeper, the 4am discussions from the bar across the road may not be to your liking."

Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2024

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Hotel de Paris Montparnasse
3 out of 5
51 avenue du Maine, Paris
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"Simple and clean, located very close to Montparnesse station"

Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2024

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voco Paris Montparnasse, an IHG Hotel
voco Paris Montparnasse, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
79-81 Avenue Du Maine, Paris, Paris
The price is CA $146 per night from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11
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"We had a very comfortable stay. Room was clean, bed was comfortable and and staff was friendly. One suggestion I would make is to offer early check in for your guests. That would be helpful, especially after long flights. Breakfast was delicious!!"

Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2024

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Hotel Waldorf Montparnasse
Hotel Waldorf Montparnasse
3 out of 5
17 rue du Depart, Paris, Paris
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8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Very convenient if you are arriving or departing from the Montparnasse train station. Close to the M4 metro. Comfortable bed. Good French breakfast. The complimentary wine/champagne at check-in is nice. Despite the proximity to a busy thoroughfare, very quiet in the room with windows closed. It was ..."

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Montparnasse

14th Arrondissement showing a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

14th Arrondissement

4/5(61 area reviews)

Enjoy the charming cafes in 14th Arrondissement. Paris Catacombs is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Mouton-Duvernet Station or Denfert-Rochereau Station to see more of Paris.

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5th Arrondissement

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard are top sights in 5th Arrondissement, and you should be sure to explore the charming cafes. Hop aboard the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cardinal Lemoine Metro Station to see more sights in the area.

5th Arrondissement
6th Arrondissement which includes a park and a statue or sculpture

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(71 area reviews)

Immerse yourself in the intellectual tradition and history of the 6th arrondissement, home to art galleries, fashion stores, and iconic cafés like Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots. Don't miss the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Latin Quarter.

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4.5/5(231 area reviews)

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Saint-Germain-des-Prés

5/5(71 area reviews)

Home to the École des Beaux-Arts and Musée national Eugène Delacroix, this Parisian quarter boasts iconic cafés like Les Deux Magots and Café de Flore. Easily accessible via Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Mabillon metro stations.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés
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7th Arrondissement

4.5/5(199 area reviews)

Enjoy the charming cafes in 7th Arrondissement. Eiffel Tower is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Solferino Station or Assemblee Nationale Station to see more of Paris.

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