Best Things To See And Do In The 17th Arrondissement
Paris’ 17th arrondissement is probably one of the least known districts of the city. Along with the neighboring 16th and 8th arrondissements, the three form one of Paris’ most affluent and prestigious residential areas. Notorious for its breathtaking architecture; the 17th is the place to be if you’re looking for the exquisitely authentic Haussmannien Paris.
Discover the Batignolles
Building, Park
Start your expedition at rue des Batignolles, a main street full of alternative clothing brands, quaint little cafés and other charming neighborhood boutiques. Move on to the rue des Dames, rue Lemercier and rue Nollet, and get lost in these delightful little streets brimming with local vibe.
Shop at the Marché
Market, Shop
Cité des Fleurs
Building
La Cité des Fleurs, holds a great deal of history. Built in 1847, this 320 meter-long street is embellished by the timeless houses, hôtels particulers, the mandatory greenery and three circular plots. House no. 25 is known for having sheltered the French Résistance network, Plutus, during World War II – later discovered and dismantled by the Gestapo in 1944.
Walk down Avenue de Wagram
Avenue Wagram is one of the eight grandiose avenues that drift away from the Arc de Triomphe. Imposing and elegant, it’s perfect for a nice stroll into Paris’ quieter, residential areas. Officially built in 1789, this area of the city became a center of ‘Parisian life’; one of the most famous dance halls of the time, Le Bal de Dourlans (today salle Wagram), was until the second half of the 20th century, a reference for high-end Parisian nightlife, performance, dance and sports.
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If you walk to building no. 39, you will be able to see the official entrance of what once had been Le Bal de Dourlans – nowadays transformed into a modern, luxury hotel. And, right in front of no. 34, you will find the extraordinary Céramic Hotel; a hôtel particulier, built in 1904 by the famous Art Nouveau architect, Jules Lavirotte. The facade of this hotel is classified as a historic monument and 20th century architectural heritage. The outstanding architecture will make the perfect scenery for your souvenir photos.
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An old 19th century cabaret, transformed into a movie theatre in the 1930s, the Cinema des Cinéastes is today classified as an important cultural cinematography center. A highly dynamic and engaged institution, their line-up is diverse and ever-changing; it consists of film festivals, round tables, retrospectives, debates, screenings and film previews. The main goal of the Cinema des Cinéastes today is to welcome and promote European and international art-house films, allowing space for cinephiles and professionals.
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