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Rue Montorgueil

Paris, France (Opéra)
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Ranked #42 of 577 attractions in Paris
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping
Description: This street is known for its open-air market: a popular destination for Christmas time shopping.
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Potchefstroom, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013

I am astonished by other travellers raving about the fine food in this street: yes it is characteristically french and delicious and good quality - but not exactly the stuff of awards or Masterchef. For casual dining and food shopping, though it is a gem. You need to get your spot early, though, as once office hours end for the... More

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Paso Robles, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

During three different stays in Paris, this shopping street has been a mainstay for us. An outstanding selection of shops, including multiple bakeries. We have found the shop owners / staff to be generally quite friendly. Key is to be polite and express a loud "bonjour" when entering and try to use your French, no matter how limited -- you... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Whenever I visit Paris, I always find time to walk around this street and sample/buy some local cheese and wine from some of the lovely shops on the street. There are plenty of delicious cafes and restaurants to satisfy the pickiest of culinary snobs out there. If you can, rent an apartment in the area and just live like a... More

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Southern California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

In my mind this walking street puts Rue Cler in the minor leagues, especially as you can continue your walking experience by afterwards taking a left on Rue Rambateau and then later a right on Rue Saint-Denise. It is easy to get to, take the Metro to Sentier and go right two blocks. This lets you walk downhill into the... More

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Leonding, Austria
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

I highly recommend to rent an appartment nearby and enjoy the possibility to cook or just savour the amazing delicacies one can buy in this street....lots of great cafés and bistros, I recommend Le comptoir de commerce (special beef tartare with blue cheese...haven! and not pricey), watch your phone and handbag though when seated!!!

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Paris, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

For anyone who loves food, this is a daily market filled with everything one could want. For eating at home or for restaurants and cafes, it's all here in lively style. A great place to venture for dedicated food lovers.

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

This street precinct is one of the best places in Paris to experience life as a Parisian. With markets, brasseries, boucheries, patisseries, etc you will be left with an fantastic experience of life in a global city like Paris. A must visit for at least a wander through the pedestrian precinct.

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Paris, France
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26 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

Forget all you ever read or heard about rue Cler! Rue Montorgueil is a true, working market street, used by locals more than tourists. As such, you will find a much more authentic selection of seafood, butchers, cheese shops, boulangeries and patisseries, fruit and vegetable stands than you do in the rather "sanitized, tourist-friendly" rue Cler. Part of this street... More

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Los Angeles, California, United States
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Oh my goodness, where do I begin? When I think of my recent visit to Paris, the most memorable part is how every morning I visited this market street for fresh baguettes, pastries, cheese, and wine. I tried every patissierie on the street and every single one was amazing. People are so friendly and everything is delicious! This is what... More

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

A pedestrianised market street near Les Halles offer many stalls selling cheese, vegetables, food of all sorts. The street is lined with food shops selling fish, cheese, bread, wine and almost every kind of fresh food, fruit and vegetables you can want. There is also a selection of cafes and snack bars. Ideal place to shop daily if you are... More

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