Pigalle

Paris
Pigalle featuring signage
Moulin Rouge featuring nightlife, signage and night scenes
Pigalle
Pigalle
Pigalle featuring street scenes and signage
This lively neighborhood is known as the center of entertainment in Paris and features famous cabaret venues and a museum of eroticism.

Visit the Moulin Rouge and see an authentic French cabaret show in Pigalle. Relax in bars or music clubs and observe Paris’ animated red-light district. Increasingly shedding its once unsavory reputation, Pigalle is now a popular nightspot to see a cabaret show and take in Paris’ lively atmosphere.

See an exhibit at the Museum of Eroticism where ancient and contemporary art has an erotic focus. Find captivating modern sculptures and paintings in the contemporary art exhibits. Notice ancient religious artifacts celebrating the essence of human life. On the second of seven floors you will find an insightful collection of photographs, drawings and unusual documents linked to brothels in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Experience a traditional French cabaret at the famous Moulin Rouge. Watch dancers perform the renowned French cancan. Take photos of the iconic red windmill on the building’s roof and appreciate the original Fin de siècle French décor inside. The Moulin Rouge opened in the late 19th century and has been the subject of numerous films, documentaries and novels over the past century.

Enjoy fine dining at stylish restaurants in South Pigalle. This was once a quieter area in the city however, it has since been revived with specialty coffee shops and stylish restaurants and retail shops. Discover the Rue des Martyrs about a 5-minute walk from the Pigalle Metro station. This busy street is lined with shops selling fine wines, cheeses and delicious pastries.

Wander along the famed Boulevard de Clichy. On this street are a number of notable buildings, including the historic quarters of many famous artists, such as Pablo Picasso and Jean-Léon Gérôme. Admire the grand architecture and historic buildings.

Take the Metro to the Pigalle Station and you will emerge in the lively center. Visit South Pigalle during the day for fine food and shopping. Explore bars, nightclubs and music venues for an entertaining evening out.


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Top hotels in Pigalle

Libertel Montmartre Opéra
Libertel Montmartre Opéra
3 out of 5
32 Rue Duperré, Paris, Paris
The price is S$116 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$116
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good rooms, very clean and well maintained, great for getting into Paris by the Metro. Walkable to the city center in just over half an hour. Loads of places to eat and drink nearby. Feels like a safe area. The main downside would be there's a club of some kind opposite it and at weekends ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov,2024

Libertel Montmartre Opéra
Grand Hotel De Turin
Grand Hotel De Turin
3 out of 5
6 Rue Victor Massé, Paris, Paris
The price is S$108 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$108
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Paris in November
"Clean comfortable hotel. No frills but fine for a few days."

Reviewed on 19 Nov,2024

Grand Hotel De Turin
Hôtel Joyce - Astotel
Hôtel Joyce - Astotel
3 out of 5
29 Rue la Bruyère, Paris, Paris
The price is S$163 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
S$163
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (561 reviews)
Great for a city break
"We enjoyed our stay here, placed in a good spot for city travelling located near to Pigalle with reasonable priced restaurants and bars around the hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Nov,2024

Hôtel Joyce - Astotel
Hôtel Lorette - Astotel
Hôtel Lorette - Astotel
3 out of 5
36 Rue Notre Dame De Lorette, Paris, Paris
The price is S$163 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
S$163
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 3-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! (778 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 16 Nov,2024

Hôtel Lorette - Astotel
Hotel Antin Saint-Georges
Hotel Antin Saint-Georges
2 out of 5
21 rue Notre Dame de Lorette, Paris, Paris
The price is S$129 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
S$129
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (969 reviews)
"It is in a great part of town close to the subway and Montmatre. There is no luggage holding at the hotel but close by are convenient locker locations."

Reviewed on 15 Nov,2024

Hotel Antin Saint-Georges
Hôtel Rochechouart - Orso Hotels
Hôtel Rochechouart - Orso Hotels
4 out of 5
55 Boulevard de Rochechouart, Paris, Paris
The price is S$266 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$266
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (490 reviews)
"Absolutely incredible. Truly wonderful hotel. I’m a writer and I’ve never felt more at ease to write in that hotel room. Staff are wonderful and charming. Highly recommend if you would like to feel like a true Bohemian in Paris."

Reviewed on 20 Nov,2024

Hôtel Rochechouart - Orso Hotels
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Other neighbourhoods around Pigalle

9th Arrondissement which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

9th Arrondissement

4.5/5(458 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in 9th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Palais Garnier and Hotel Drouot, and jump on the metro at Notre-Dame-de-Lorette Station or Le Peletier Station to see more of the city.

9th Arrondissement
Montmartre featuring views and a city

Montmartre

4.5/5(137 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Montmartre, you might enjoy attractions like Place du Tertre and Sacré-Cœur Basilica. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Abbesses Station to see more of the city.

Montmartre
2nd Arrondissement which includes heritage elements, a city and motorbike riding

2nd Arrondissement

4.5/5(127 area reviews)

2nd Arrondissement is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Paris Bourse and Grands Boulevards. See more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Bourse Metro Station or Richelieu-Drouot Station.

2nd Arrondissement
10th Arrondissement showing a city and street scenes

10th Arrondissement

3.5/5(626 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in 10th Arrondissement. Place de la République is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Gare de l'Est Station or Château Landon Metro Station to see more of Paris.

10th Arrondissement
8th Arrondissement which includes a monument and street scenes

8th Arrondissement

4.5/5(411 area reviews)

Travellers love 8th Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Saint-Philippe du Roule Station or Miromesnil Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.

8th Arrondissement
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1st Arrondissement

4.5/5(286 area reviews)

Louvre Museum and Palais Royal are a few top attractions in 1st Arrondissement. Hop around the city on the metro at Pyramides Metro Station or Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops.

1st Arrondissement

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