VISIT LES HALLES AND RUE MONTORGUEIL

The shopping and gourmet heart of Paris

In the centre of Paris, the Halles district and rue Montorgueil form a lively area combining shops, restaurants, markets and cultural venues. It's an essential meeting place for Parisians and visitors alike.

Why visit?

The district offers a unique blend of modernity and tradition. Les Halles is home to a large shopping centre and cultural venues, while rue Montorgueil is a magnet for food shops, terraces and a village atmosphere.

A brief history and anecdotes

For a long time, Les Halles was the "belly of Paris", the capital's central market until it was transferred to Rungis in 1969. The neighbouring Rue Montorgueil retains its friendly shopping atmosphere, with historic shops and emblematic patisseries such as Stohrer, the oldest in Paris.

What can you do there?

- Discover the church of Saint-Eustache and its impressive architecture
- Shopping at the Westfield Forum des Halles shopping centre
- Stroll along the rue Montorgueil and sample its specialities
- Enjoy the terraces and constant entertainment

Where is it?

📍 1ᵉʳ and 2ᵉ arrondissements of Paris
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Practical advice

- Visit in the late morning to take advantage of the market and open shops
- Combine the walk with a visit to the Centre Pompidou or the Louvre
- Bring good shoes to explore the pedestrian streets

To discover around

- Saint-Eustache Church
- Pompidou Centre
- Palais-Royal
- Rue Étienne Marcel

Audioguide

🎧 Listen to our immersive description of Les Halles and rue Montorgueil on History Guide City Paris!
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