Squares

Paris's squares are places steeped in history, elegance, and daily life. Some house iconic monuments, others are perfect for a break among cafés, shops, and characteristic views, offering a different perspective on the French capital.

In this section you will find a selection of the most important squares in Paris, with information on their history, what to see and the main places of interest nearby.

Place Dauphine: one of the most beautiful squares in Paris

Commissioned by King Henry IV at the beginning of the 17th century, this square stands on the Île de la Cité, a very short distance from the Palais de Justice.

Place de la Bastille: What to See Today

Famous throughout the world for the event of July 14, 1789 that changed the history of France, the square is today a

Place de la Concorde: the square of history and light

Designed in the mid-eighteenth century, this square represents the junction between the Champs-Élysées and the Tuileries Gardens. Its

Place de la République: monuments and atmosphere

Born from the great urban transformations of Baron Haussmann in the 19th century, Place de la République is one of the largest squares in the capital

Place des Vosges: the most elegant square in Paris

Inaugurated in 1612 to celebrate the wedding of Louis XIII, the Place des Vosges is the oldest royal square in Paris. Located

Place du Tertre: the artistic heart of Montmartre

Located a few steps from the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, Place du Tertre is the historic heart of the ancient village of Montmartre. Famous in

Place Saint-Michel: one of the most famous places in the Latin Quarter

Created in the mid-19th century under the reign of Napoleon III, this square represents the main gateway to the famous Latin Quarter

Place Vendôme: luxury and history in the heart of Paris

Commissioned by Louis XIV at the end of the seventeenth century as a stage for royal glory, this square represents the emblem of Parisian luxury