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Hotel de Ville

1,386 Reviews

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Place de l'Hotel de Ville, 75004 Paris, France

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4.5 1,386 reviews

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“city hall”(55 reviews)

“beautiful building”(42 reviews)

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This beautiful, 19th century building is now the seat of the French government, and features a number of displays on French history.

Suggested duration: < 1 hour

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Place de l'Hotel de Ville, 75004 Paris, France

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Thomas V

Oakland, California

4634725

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

City Hall and Art

Paris' big city hall,, very impressive architecture. Look for special art or history expos, usually with a city of Paris theme,,always free and often fascinating.

Date of experience: June 2018

Thank Thomas V

Stephanie H

Paris, France

Reviewed October 19, 2018

A must see

Just beautiful building in the heart of the city. You have to stop by to look at it! There are often events in front of it as well.

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Stephanie H

SuperTed19

Madison, Wisconsin

411128

Reviewed October 10, 2018

Impressive

It is every bit as impressive as we thought it would be. Unfortunately, we did not have a chance to go inside, but seeing it in person was worth the short time spent.

Date of experience: September 2018

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David S

Madrid, Spain

1374351

Reviewed October 3, 2018

Paris city council since 1357.

This Neo-Renaissance style building has been Paris council headquarters since the mid-14th century. It´s located at the 4th arrondissament.

Date of experience: October 2018

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cassandrecat

Reviewed October 2, 2018

beautiful

The Hotel de Ville is a must see.Gorgeous architecture, by the Seine with amazing view.Always something to do around.The only bad thing is that it's so close to a big shopping area.

Date of experience: September 2018

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charlotte r

Chelmsford, United Kingdom

5212

Reviewed September 9, 2018 via mobile

Stunning building

Everywhere in Paris has stunning buildings but hotel de Ville has to be one of the best it’s really quite beautiful

Date of experience: September 2018

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Eugénie D

Paris, France

Reviewed September 3, 2018

Has the air of a cultural landmark

Street performers in front of this place really highlighted it's role as a centre of history and culture throughout the ages.

Date of experience: October 2017

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snappyjr

New York

2717

Reviewed August 15, 2018 via mobile

Gilles Caron 1968 photo exhibit

Felt fortunate to be able to view this exhibit in the Hotel De Ville. It was very interesting and pretty extensive. The exhibit was free and not many visitors. The building itself looks grand. I would like to have a tour of the building if...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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nemanja1205

Serbia

656127

Reviewed July 29, 2018

Excellent architecture

One of the most interesting buildings in this part of Paris, for me. I really liked its architecture and the overall majesty it has. Very enjoyable visit even from the exterior only.

Date of experience: July 2018

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Belle-Noel

London, United Kingdom

639265

Reviewed July 29, 2018 via mobile

Fab

A great area with shops, cafes, restaurants surrounding this distinctive building. It's easy to get lost in all the streets, as there's always something to discover.

Date of experience: July 2018

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