What to see and do from the Arc de Triomphe to Concorde

What to visit in From Arc de Triomphe to Concorde

• Arc de Triomphe
• Petit Palais
• Place de la Concorde

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

Things to do in From Arc de Triomphe to Concorde

heritage

Arc de Triomphe

The memorial on Place Charles de Gaulle offers a historical tour and a terrace to observe the layout of Paris's avenues.

Activities for your visit

• Tour the interpretive spaces and the terrace included in the entrance.
• Get to know the surroundings of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Tips for this place

• Use the indicated pedestrian crossing to reach the monument, without crossing the roundabout on the road.
• Check the advisories for ceremonies or weather conditions.

Book tickets ↗

Specific official purchase of the Arc de Triomphe and its terrace. Check the ceremony notices and tour conditions.

Reference sources and location

• Center des monuments nationaux Arc de Triomphe

Orientative reference of the venue in Wikidata; it does not indicate a door, ticket office or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 48.87378, 2.29504.

Wikidata · Arc de Triomphe

museum

Petit Palais

The Museum of Fine Arts of the Ville de Paris combines collections from different periods, architecture and an interior garden.

Activities for your visit

• Choose a tour of the open permanent collections.
• Observe the building and the garden during your access.

Tips for this place

• The permanent collection is free without reservation; Temporary exhibitions are another modality.
• Check the available rooms and the conditions of events or activities.

Access to the collection ↗

Free permanent collections without reservation. Temporary exhibitions and activities have their own tickets or conditions.

Reference sources and location

• Petit Palais · Access to collections

Orientative reference of the venue in Wikidata; it does not indicate a door, ticket office or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 48.866028, 2.314556.

Wikidata · Petit Palais

heritage

Place de la Concorde

The obelisk and the monumental fountains are located between the perspectives of the Champs-Élysées, the Tuileries and the Seine.

Activities for your visit

• Contemplate the complex from the enabled pedestrian spaces.
• Recognize the perspectives of the surrounding avenues and gardens.

Tips for this place

• Follow marked crossings and pedestrian routes.
• Events and works may modify access to sectors of the plaza.

Access ↗

Access to the public space of the square without reservation. Check the pedestrian routes enabled and possible changes due to events or work.

Reference sources and location

• Paris je t’aime · Place de la Concorde

Place reference; It does not represent a pedestrian crossing or a safe route between its sectors.

Reference coordinates: 48.865633, 2.321236.

Wikidata · Place de la Concorde

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

2-day itinerary from Arc de Triomphe to Concorde

1. Day 1

   History and terrace of the Arc

   Visit the monument with your ticket and check the notices for ceremonies or weather conditions.

2. Day 2

   Petit Palais and Concorde

   Tour the permanent collection of the Petit Palais and add the square following the open pedestrian accesses. Calculate the lengths of the walk or transportation.

Tips for visiting From Arc de Triomphe to Concorde

• Use the pedestrian crossing to access the Arc de Triomphe.
• The Petit Palais has free permanent collections and temporary exhibitions with other admission.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat at From Arc de Triomphe to Concorde

Among bakeries, cafes, bistros and pastry shops, discover traditional French preparations present in Paris. A selection to accompany your walks around the city.

Paris · Bakeries and breakfast

Croissant

Laminated dough pastries, crispy layers and butter flavor. A classic of Parisian bakeries to accompany breakfast.

Reference: Paris je t’aime · Culinary specialties

Paris · Daily bread

Baguette

Elongated bread with a crunchy crust and tender crumb. Present on the everyday table, it is also used to prepare sandwiches or accompany a meal.

Reference: Paris je t’aime · The Parisian baguette

Paris · Cafes and brasseries

Croque-monsieur

Sliced bread with cooked ham, bechamel and gratin cheese. A common preparation in cafes, brasseries and bakeries.

Reference: Paris je t’aime · Culinary specialties

Paris · Brasserie cuisine

Soupe à l’oignon · French onion soup

Broth with onions cooked with butter, bread and melted cheese on top. A classic dish from Parisian brasseries.

Reference: Paris je t’aime · Culinary specialties

Paris · Bistro classic

Steak-frites

Grilled beef accompanied by French fries. A traditional bistro option that can be served with different sauces.

Reference: Paris je t’aime · Culinary specialties

Paris · Pastry shops and sweet break

Macarons

Two delicate almond shells with a sweet filling in the center. Flavors and colors vary by pastry shop.

Reference: Paris je t’aime · Culinary specialties