Montparnasse

Paris

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Filled with cafés and bars, this historic hilly neighborhood 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 P8,420 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P8,420
P10,380 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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 May 29, 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel! Spacious and clean room, friendly staff, great location (steps from Vavin subway station) around Montparnasse."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Hôtel Vacances Bleues Villa Modigliani
Villa Montparnasse
Villa Montparnasse
4 out of 5
2 Rue Boulard, Paris, Paris
The price is P8,049 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P8,049
P9,972 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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 Jun 24, 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 P7,924 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P7,924
P9,835 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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 Jul 2, 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! (998 reviews)
"This property was so comfortable for our two night Paris stay. Location is convenient to metro and Montparnasses Gare, also cafes and restaurants. Rooms are very adequate with good bathrooms especially the shower. The bed offered super comfort, in fact one of the best in our 6 week holiday in France. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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 P5,630 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P5,630
P6,924 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 Jun 25, 2025

Hotel Montparnasse St Germain
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Other neighbourhoods around Montparnasse

Luxembourg Gardens featuring flowers, a statue or sculpture and a garden

Odéon

Consider a visit to Luxembourg Gardens and take some time to enjoy the colorful gardens during your time in Odéon. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Odeon Station.

Odéon
Latin Quarter - Pantheon featuring a fountain and heritage elements

5th Arrondissement

Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard are top sights in 5th Arrondissement, and you should be sure to explore the charming cafes. Hop aboard the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cardinal Lemoine Metro Station to see more sights in the area.

5th Arrondissement
6th Arrondissement which includes a park and a statue or sculpture

6th Arrondissement

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
Quartier Latin showing street scenes

Latin Quarter

4/5(3 area reviews)

Travelers love Latin Quarter for its charming cafes, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard.

Latin Quarter
Sorbonne showing heritage architecture, street scenes and a fountain

Sorbonne

Consider a visit to Panthéon and take some time to enjoy the stunning river views during your time in Sorbonne. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station.

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Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin

Known for its fascinating museums and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin. You can visit top attractions like Le Bon Marche and Orsay Museum, and jump on the metro at Rue du Bac Station or Solferino Station to see more of the city.

Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin

Montparnasse