What to visit in Seine Saint Denis

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Discovering the Seine Saint-Denis department

Located northeast of the capital, Seine Saint-Denis (93) is one of the smallest French departments. The most important administrative cities are Bobigny and Saint-Denis. This dynamic territory is home to a young and multicultural population of nearly 1,700,000 inhabitants. Characterized by a large social housing stock, the department is experiencing many urban renewal projects. 

What to do in Seine Saint-Denis?

At the gates of Paris, the Seine Saint-Denis department has a rich and diverse cultural and artistic life. Many places of interest and historical monuments are to be discovered day and night!

The Basilica of Saint-Denis

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Last residence of the kings of France, the Basilica of the city of Saint-Denis is a masterpiece of Gothic art. Completed in the 13th century under the reign of Saint Louis, it houses the tombs of 43 kings and 10 queens as well as an impressive museum of funerary sculpture.

Modified many times, this magnificent royal necropolis was elevated to the rank of cathedral in 1966. Many events (concerts, exhibitions, animations) are regularly organized there. Free visits take place during heritage days.

The Stade de France

Built for the 1998 World Cup, the Stade de France hosts major sporting events and concerts all year round. With a capacity of nearly 100,000 spectators, this mythical stadium is open to the public for visits outside events. Walk in the footsteps of the greatest athletes through the locker rooms, warm-up rooms and the tunnel leading to the pitch! The stadium museum retraces the history of the building and presents many objects, witnesses of the greatest events that took place there. 

The flea market

The flea market of the commune of Saint-Ouen is one of the most picturesque in the Paris region. An absolute must for bargain hunting, haggling and making unusual finds! With more than 5 million visitors a year, it is the largest antique and second-hand market in the world. With or without a guided tour, it is a must-see in Seine Saint-Denis.

La Villette Park

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La Villette Park connects the 19th arrondissement of Paris to the Seine-Saint-Denis department. Located between Porte de la Villette and Porte de Pantin, this complex includes various spaces with a scientific vocation (the Cité des sciences et de l’industrie, the Géode, the Argonaute) and cultural (the Péniche cinéma, the Cabaret sauvage, the Trabendo and the Zénith de Paris la Villette).

This new urban park contains superb green spaces as well as thematic gardens with an educational vocation. A cultural, ecological and creative place to visit absolutely!

Parks and green spaces

With its many parks and gardens, the 93 department offers many places for outdoor walks. Perfect for jogging, a bike ride or a family outing! In Tremblay en France, discover the magnificent 11-hectare urban park. An exceptional public space with lawns, playgrounds, skate parks, climbing and solarium. The Épinay ecological reserve welcomes family gardens, an orchard and an area dedicated to phytoremediation (soil decontamination, air purification and water purification). Workshops for the whole family are regularly organized. 

Where to go out in the 93

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At nightfall, Seine Saint-Denis comes to life. The list of outing opportunities is endless! Theater, circus, dance, concerts, comedy: the communes of Bobigny, Noisy, Montreuil or even Romainville give pride of place to live performance.

Film buffs meet at Méliès, in Montreuil. This art and essai cinema presents major national and international releases as well as intimate auteur films. In the business district, the restaurants around the Stade de France come to life at afterwork time.

You can sip delicious cocktails with colleagues or friends after work. On sunny days, the rural and friendly terraces of the city of Pantin are very popular.

Located in third places promoting social and solidarity action, many of them are managed by local associations. On the Ourcq canal, the Metaxu barge invites singers and DJs for memorable concerts at sunset. 

Your hotel in Seine Saint-Denis

Looking for a practical and comfortable base near Paris? Located in the heart of the Saint-Denis Pleyel district, our hotel very close to the Stade de France is the ideal accommodation for a romantic getaway, a business trip or a weekend with family in the region.

Coming to attend a match or a concert? The train stations closest to the Stade de France and public transport (bus, metro) are a stone's throw from our establishment. In the immediate vicinity of the main roads, not far from the Villepinte exhibition center, it also has a strategic location if you arrive by car. Moreover, your vehicle will not sleep on the street: we provide you with a closed and fully secure parking lot. 

Enjoy all the B&B HOTELS services for a comfortable stay, guaranteed without unpleasant surprises: 

• an air-conditioned and soundproofed room;
• a large cozy bed with high quality mattress and pillows;
• an impeccable private bathroom equipped with linen and toiletries;
• an unlimited high-speed wifi connection;
• a desk area for working or receiving calls by videoconference;
• a flat screen television with subscription to sports channels.

 Our services also include the delivery of delicious meals directly to your room, and access to our incredible all-you-can-eat breakfast.

Check out the list of available accommodations in our hotels in Paris and book your stay in Seine Saint-Denis now!