Explore Paris's 15th arrondissement!

To the southwest of the City of Lights, the 15th is the largest and most populated Parisian arrondissement. Located on the left bank of the Seine, it is the ideal place to stroll, shop, and experience the cultural life of the capital!

The districts of the 15th arrondissement

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Formed at the end of the 19th century, the 15th arrondissement of Paris has 4 main districts with a village-like feel.

The Vaugirard district

Well known to Monopoly players, this district is famous for its church, which was a place of pilgrimage in the 18th century. Family-friendly and welcoming, it has major shopping streets as well as pretty streets lined with old houses and more modern constructions. The town hall of the 15th is located near the metro station of the same name.

The Necker district

Home to the Hôpital des Enfants Malades (Children's Hospital), the Necker district also houses the Montparnasse Tower and station, as well as the Pasteur Institute. 

The Grenelle district

Known for its large residential towers with very modern lines, the district also has charming little streets and pretty public parks. Crossed by the elevated metro, it is home to the famous Rue du Commerce and the Beaugrenelle shopping center. The Bir Hakeim bridge offers a breathtaking view of the Île aux Cygnes and the Statue of Liberty. 

The Javel district

Marked by the electrical industry (Thompson) and transport (Citroën), the district gave its name to the famous disinfectant produced in local factories. This dynamic and resolutely urban area also has many green spaces. Close to the Issy heliport, the famous Aquaboulevard Paris water park is popular with locals and visiting tourists. It is also in this district that Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is located, a unique space in Europe for the organization of trade shows, congresses, and exhibitions. 

What to visit in the 15th arrondissement of Paris?

The must-see museums of the 15th arrondissement

This arrondissement of Paris is home to many cultural venues, museums, and theaters. The Bourdelle Museum allows you to discover the workshop and work of the man who was Auguste Rodin's collaborator and Alberto Giacometti's master. Near the Montparnasse station, the Postal Museum is a true sanctuary for philatelists! In addition to the millions of stamps on display, it contains many objects related to the postal trades throughout the ages. The Pasteur Museum is located in the house where the scientist spent the last years of his life.
At 2 Passage Dantzig, be sure to visit La Ruche, an artists' colony founded at the beginning of the 20th century. Today hosting about sixty workshops and promising artists, it has in the past housed great names in French and international art (Fernand Léger, Amedeo Modigliani, Marie Laurencin, Marc Chagall, and Brâncuși). 

Theater and live performance

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The 15th arrondissement has many theaters and venues offering all types of shows: 

• the Monfort theater dedicates its programming to the contemporary scene;
• the Grand Point-Virgule welcomes stand-up and comedy artists;
• the Théo-théâtre, more intimate, offers comedies and recitals.

Are you traveling with children? Espace Paris Plaine is renowned for its programming for young audiences. Near the Garigliano bridge, you can attend beautiful circus performances under the Bormann big top. 

Gardens and green spaces

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The André Citroën Park is emblematic of the 15th arrondissement. Located on the historic site of the car factories, it offers a beautiful green space divided into different landscaped areas. You can admire a large orangery, a Mediterranean garden, and several 15-meter-high greenhouses. 
 
Near the Rue de la Convention, George Brassens Park is crossed by a small river with a bridge and a belvedere. Several themed gardens with aromatic and medicinal plants, as well as a small vineyard, enhance this pretty park. The Old Book Market is held every weekend under the halls located nearby.

An unmissable event for bargain hunting for 19th and 20th-century works as well as out-of-print contemporary books.
 
In the trendy district of the exhibition center, near the best restaurants of Porte de Versailles, come and get some fresh air in the largest market garden farm in Europe! The roof of Pavilion 6 houses a giant vegetable garden offering fresh vegetables and herbs for sale.

Your hotel in the 15th arrondissement of Paris

Are you looking for a hotel in Paris to visit the city with family, as a couple, or to attend a show at Porte de Versailles? Our establishment welcomes you all year round for a comfortable stay in the heart of the capital. 
 
Right next to the ring road and major roads, it is easily accessible by car and has an underground parking to park your vehicle safely. A few metro stations from Montparnasse station, it is the ideal base if you are arriving by train. 
 
Enjoy our air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms, equipped with all the necessary amenities to unwind after a long day of work or sightseeing. Private bathroom, desk area, flat-screen television with sports channels, and premium bedding for a well-deserved rest...
 
Within the common areas, our establishment also has a coworking space: organize productive work sessions on site during your business trips or company seminars! Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi access is free for all our guests. 
 
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