Montparnasse

Paris

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Filled with cafés and bars, this historic hilly neighbourhood 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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Top hotels in Montparnasse

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 S$235 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
S$235
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (978 reviews)
Great stay in Paris
"Wonderful, helpful staff, especially Thomas in reception. The hotel exceeded my expectations."

Reviewed on 29 May, 2025

Hotel Mercure Paris Centre Gare Montparnasse
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Villa Modigliani
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Villa Modigliani
3 out of 5
13 rue Delambre, Paris, Paris
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Great hotel! Spacious and clean room, friendly staff, great location (steps from Vavin subway station) around Montparnasse."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Hôtel Vacances Bleues Villa Modigliani
Villa Montparnasse
Villa Montparnasse
4 out of 5
2 Rue Boulard, Paris, Paris
The price is S$226 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$226
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Luxembourg Gardens and Notre-Dame are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (368 reviews)
"The location and price of this hotel worked for us. We were able to get to the city center by riding the M4 metro line each day. The neighborhood is a mix of residential with one vital street that has many restaurants where prices are lower than the central tourist areas. It is right next to the ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2025

Villa Montparnasse
voco Paris Montparnasse by IHG
voco Paris Montparnasse by IHG
4 out of 5
79-81 Avenue Du Maine, Paris, Paris
The price is S$223 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$223
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (447 reviews)
"Clean hotel, staff was friendly. Safe and convenient location for the price. Nice pedestrian area and busstop at the door step. It was fairly last minute book only the week before the stay but I was glad I found this hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

voco Paris Montparnasse by IHG
Hotel Waldorf Montparnasse
Hotel Waldorf Montparnasse
3 out of 5
17 rue du Depart, Paris, Paris
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Second stay for us. It's convenient to Gare Monparnasse. We just stayed one night and the took the train."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Hotel Waldorf Montparnasse
Hotel Montparnasse St Germain
Hotel Montparnasse St Germain
3 out of 5
19 Rue Du Depart, Paris, Paris
The price is S$149 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
S$149
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Luxembourg Gardens and Louvre Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (974 reviews)
"Many restaurants within walking distance, include crepe, Vietnamese, Korean, Indian, Mediterranean. Metro station and bus stations within 1 min walk. Staffs are friendly. Walks are not very sound proof, we can hear the neighbors talking down the hallway, and water pipes at night"

Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2025

Hotel Montparnasse St Germain
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Odéon

Consider exploring the colourful gardens in Odéon. If sightseeing is on the list, Luxembourg Gardens is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Odeon Station to see more of the area.

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Latin Quarter - Pantheon which includes a fountain and heritage elements

5th Arrondissement

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Travellers love 5th Arrondissement for its charming cafes, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cardinal Lemoine Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard.

5th Arrondissement
6th Arrondissement featuring a statue or sculpture and a park

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(108 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in 6th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Luxembourg Gardens and Saint-Sulpice Church, and jump on the metro at Saint-Sulpice Station or Mabillon Station to see more of the city.

6th Arrondissement
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Latin Quarter

4.5/5(272 area reviews)

Enjoy the charming cafes in Latin Quarter. Panthéon is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of Paris.

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Sorbonne

Consider exploring the stunning river views in Sorbonne. If sightseeing is on the list, Panthéon is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station to see more of the area.

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Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin. Top attractions like Le Bon Marche and Orsay Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Rue du Bac Station or Solferino Station to see more of the city.

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