Located in the 5th and 6th districts of Paris, the Saint-Michel quarter is surrounded by other renowned places full of history and culture, including the Quartier Latin which is famed for the Sorbonne and its predominantly young population, and Saint-Germain-des-Prés with its buildings dating from the seventeenth century and its sumptuous ready-to-wear boutiques.
Today, we invite you to discover the hidden facets of this atypical cultural district in the heart of the City of Light! You’re guaranteed to have a great time during your visit to this mythical district!
It’s a lively place, much appreciated by Parisians and tourists alike. Indeed, Place Saint-Michel is an ideal meeting place thanks to its famous fountain, not only because of its phenomenal size, but also because it is a historic monument.
Saint-Michel, a cultural district
Place Saint-Michel will delight culture lovers. It’s home to one of the oldest libraries in Paris. This is, of course, the Shakespeare and Company Bookshop. It’s worth the detour just to admire the extraordinary setting. You’ll find many rare books, both new and second-hand. You can also visit a number of historic monuments with complex architecture, such as Saint-Séverin, a charming Gothic church with magnificent stained-glass windows, built in the early 13th century.
Your hotel just a stone’s throw from the Saint-Michel district
Your hotel on rue Saint Michel in a place where authenticity and gastronomy come together
Saint-Michel is also a landmark for its gourmet restaurants, housed in buildings straight out of another era. There’s nothing more satisfying than satisfying your hunger for fine food in a setting that evokes nostalgia for bygone eras. The famous Lapérouse is one of the neighborhood’s most popular restaurants. Housed in a charming 18th-century building, this historic restaurant counts famous French writers among its regulars. Also housed in an old building dating back to the 16th century, La Tourelle is the ideal place for tourists in search of authenticity.
Your hotel just a stone’s throw from the Saint-Michel district
An ideal place for a night out
The Saint-Michel district attracts many people, residents and tourists alike, especially at night. It’s home to a number of places where you can enjoy a very pleasant evening. Corcoran’s Irish Pub is the place to be if you want to relax in a quiet setting, while enjoying a cold pint, live music or a sporting event on the big screens. Fans of blues, jazz and funk are sure to enjoy the live atmosphere at Le Caveau des Oubliettes, Tuesday to Sunday.
So, whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to want to visit the Saint-Michel district at least once! And the great thing about staying at the Best Western Aramis is that we’re so close to this modern yet historic district.
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Your hotel just a stone’s throw from the Saint-Michel district