Paris: Baroque Architecture

Places and attractions in the Baroque architecture category

Musée du Louvre

Landmark art museum with vast collection The Musée du Louvre, situated in the heart of Paris, France, is not just a premier repository of art but also an emblematic monument that embodies the cultural sophistication of the French capital. As the world's largest art museum, the Louvre boasts an unparalleled...

Élysée Palace

Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Élysée Palace stands as an emblem of French political power and an architectural gem with a storied past. This opulent palace, located in the 8th arrondissement, has been the official residence of the President of the French...

Louvre Palace

The Louvre Palace, nestled in the heart of Paris, France, is a historic monument and an architectural masterpiece that has stood the test of time. Originally built as a medieval fortress in the late 12th century under Philip II, the Louvre has undergone numerous...

Tuileries Garden

Vast statue-studded 17th-century gardens The Tuileries Garden is a historic oasis of tranquility and beauty nestled in the heart of Paris, France. Originally created by Catherine de' Medici as the garden of the Tuileries Palace in 1564, it was opened to the public in 1667 and became a national park after the...

Carrousel du Louvre

Nestled beneath the iconic Louvre Museum, the Carrousel du Louvre is a premier shopping center that brings together art, culture, and commerce in the heart of Paris, France. This underground complex presents an elegant shopping experience for both locals and tourists...

Les Invalides

Military museums and interred war heroes Les Invalides, officially known as L'Hôtel national des Invalides, is an iconic historical complex located in the heart of Paris, France. This grandiose site was originally built as a hospital and retirement home for war veterans by order of King Louis XIV.

Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel

The Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel stands as a monumental gateway at the eastern end of the Tuileries Garden, near the Louvre in Paris, France. This triumphal arch, which should not be confused with the larger Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile at the end of the...

Cour Carrée

The Cour Carrée, or Square Courtyard, is an integral part of the iconic Louvre Palace in the heart of Paris, France. This splendid courtyard is one of the oldest parts of the Louvre, dating back to the 16th century, and is renowned for its classical Renaissance...

Musée d'Art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme

Nestled in the heart of the Marais, one of Paris's most historic and vibrant districts, the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme (Museum of Jewish Art and History) serves as a poignant testament to the rich and diverse heritage of Jewish communities in France...

Palais du Luxembourg

17th-century palace and senate building Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Palais du Luxembourg stands as a grand testament to the city's royal history. Originally built in the early 17th century for Marie de' Medici, the mother of King Louis XIII, this regal residence exudes the grandeur and elegance of a...

Hôtel de Sully

Nestled in the heart of the Marais district in Paris, the Hôtel de Sully is a lesser-known but equally enchanting historical gem. This hôtel particulier, a private mansion typical of French classical architecture, dates back to the 17th century and offers a tranquil...

Palais Royal

17th-century arcaded palace with gardens Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Palais Royal is a grand palace with a storied past and an enduring presence in the fabric of French history. Situated opposite the Louvre, this once royal residence is now a beloved public space that invites tourists and locals alike...

Catacombs of Paris

Tunnel complex for millions of skeletons Beneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a silent and solemn world, known as the Catacombs of Paris. This subterranean labyrinth, stretching over 300 kilometers, is the final resting place of millions of Parisians. The catacombs were created in the late 18th century...

Church of Saint-Sulpice

Vast church with a facade by Servandoni The Church of Saint-Sulpice is a grand Roman Catholic church nestled in the heart of Paris, France. Known for its impressive dimensions, the church is only slightly smaller than Notre-Dame and is considered the second-largest church in the city.

Louvre castle

The Louvre Castle, once a formidable medieval fortress, now stands as the silent foundational footprint beneath the world-renowned Louvre Museum in the heart of Paris, France. This historical site, with its origins dating back to the late 12th century, was commissioned...

Louvre Colonnade

The Louvre Colonnade, an iconic feature of the world-renowned Louvre Museum, stands as a testament to classical French architecture in the heart of Paris, France. This majestic row of columns graces the eastern facade of the museum, which is not only a central tourist...

Place des Vosges

17th-century square lined with houses Nestled in the historic Marais district of Paris, Place des Vosges stands as one of the city's oldest and most beautiful squares. Inaugurated in 1612 as Place Royale, the square is renowned for its distinctive red-brick architecture and symmetrical design, a testament...

Musée Picasso

Nestled in the heart of Paris's historic Marais district, the Musée Picasso is a treasure trove of the Spanish master's work. Housed in the grand 17th-century Hôtel Salé, this art gallery is dedicated to the life and art of Pablo Picasso, boasting an impressive...

Louvre Inverted Pyramid

The Louvre Inverted Pyramid is a striking piece of modern architecture set against the historical backdrop of the world-renowned Louvre Museum in Paris, France. This glass pyramid, designed by the architect I. M. Pei, serves as a skylight for the underground lobby of...

Musée des Arts Décoratifs

French furnishings and decor displays Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is a treasure trove of decorative arts and design. Located on the Rue de Rivoli, adjacent to the Louvre, this museum is an essential destination for anyone with an appreciation for craftsmanship, beauty...

Basilica of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires

Located at 6, rue Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires is one of ten minor basilicas located in the Île-de-France region of France. The closest Metro station is 'Bourse'.

Place Dauphine

Leafy public square with cafes The Place Dauphine is a public square located near the western end of the Île de la Cité in the first arrondissement of Paris. It was initiated by Henry IV in 1607, the second of his projects for public squares in Paris, the first being the Place Royale.

Porte Saint-Denis

The Porte Saint-Denis is a Parisian monument located in the 10th arrondissement, at the site of one of the gates of the Wall of Charles V, one of Paris' former city walls.

Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis

Église Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis is a church on rue Saint-Antoine in the Marais quarter of Paris. The present building was constructed from 1627 to 1641 by the Jesuit architects Étienne Martellange and François Derand, on the orders of Louis XIII of France. It gives its name to Place Saint-Paul and its nearest Metro station, Saint-Paul.

Paris Observatory

The Paris Observatory, a research institution of the Paris Sciences et Lettres University, is the foremost astronomical observatory of France, and one of the largest astronomical centers in the world.

Place Vendôme

The Place Vendôme, earlier known as Place Louis-le-Grand, and also as Place Internationale, is a square in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, France, located to the north of the Tuileries Gardens and east of the Église de la Madeleine. It is the starting point of the Rue de la Paix.

Sorbonne Chapel

The Chapel of Sainte Ursule de la Sorbonne, also known as the Sorbonne Chapel, is a Roman Catholic chapel located on the Sorbonne historical site, in the Latin quarter of Paris. It was rebuilt in the 17th century by order of Cardinal Richelieu.

Place des Victoires

The Place des Victoires is a circular place in Paris, located a short distance northeast from the Palais Royal and straddling the border between the 1st and the 2nd arrondissements.

Île Saint-Louis

Saint-Louis en l'Île is a Roman Catholic parish church located at 19 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île on Île Saint-Louis in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, France.

Fontaine de l'Observatoire

The Fontaine de l'Observatoire is a monumental fountain located in the Jardin Marco Polo, south of the Jardin du Luxembourg in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, with sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux. It was dedicated in 1874.

Temple du Marais

The Temple du Marais, sometimes known as the Temple Sainte-Marie, or historically, as the Church of Sainte Marie de la Visitation, is a Protestant church located in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, in the district of Le Marais at 17 Rue Saint-Antoine.

Saint-Jacques-du-Haut-Pas

Saint-Jacques du Haut-Pas is a Roman Catholic parish church in Paris, France. The cathedral is located at the corner of Rue Saint-Jacques and Rue de l'Abbé de l'Épée in the 5th arrondissement of Paris.

Val-de-Grâce

The Church of the Val-de-Grâce is a Roman Catholic church in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, in what is now the Val-de-Grâce Hospital. The edifice was formerly a royal abbey, and its dome is a principal landmark of the skyline of Paris.

Saint-Roch

The Church of Saint-Roch is a late Baroque 126 meter-long church in Paris, dedicated to Saint Roch. Located at 284 rue Saint-Honoré, in the 1st arrondissement, it was built between 1653 and 1740. The church is organized as a series of chapels.

Porte Saint-Martin

The Porte Saint-Martin is a Parisian monument located at the site of one of the gates of the now-destroyed fortifications of Paris. It is located at the crossing of Rue Saint-Martin, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin and the grands boulevards Boulevard Saint-Martin and Boulevard Saint-Denis.

Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption

Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption is a Roman Catholic church in the First arrondissement of Paris, France. The building was constructed between 1670 and 1676 when it was consecrated.

Val-de-Grâce

The Val-de-Grâce was a military hospital located at 74 boulevard de Port-Royal in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France. It was closed as a hospital in 2016.

Hôtel de Soubise

The Hôtel de Soubise is a city mansion entre cour et jardin, located at 60 rue des Francs-Bourgeois, in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris.

Pentemont Abbey

Pentemont Abbey is a set of 18th and 19th century buildings at the corner of Rue de Grenelle and Rue de Bellechasse in the 7th arrondissement of Paris.

Hôtel de Beauvais

The Hôtel de Beauvais is a hôtel particulier, a kind of large townhouse of France, at 68 rue Francois-Miron, 4th arrondissement, Paris. Until 1865 rue Francois-Miron formed part of the historic rue Saint Antoine and as such was part of the ceremonial route into Paris from the east.

Pavillon de l'Horloge

The Pavillon de l’Horloge, also known as the Pavillon Sully, is a prominent architectural structure located in the center of the western wing of the Cour Carrée of the Palais du Louvre in Paris.

Saint-Nicolas-du-Chardonnet

Saint-Nicolas du Chardonnet is a Catholic church in the centre of Paris, France, in the 5th arrondissement. It was constructed between 1656 and 1763. The facade was designed in the classical style by Charles Le Brun.

Hôtel Lambert

The Hôtel Lambert is a hôtel particulier, a grand mansion townhouse, on the Quai Anjou on the eastern tip of the Île Saint-Louis, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris.

Lescot Wing

The Lescot Wing is the oldest preserved structure above ground of the Louvre Palace in Paris, France. It was designed by architect Pierre Lescot and built between 1546 and 1551. Its architecture is influenced by Italian Mannerism.

Notre-Dame-des-Blancs-Manteaux

Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux is a Roman Catholic parish church in Le Marais, 4th arrondissement of Paris. It was built on the site of an earlier 1285 church founded by "Les Blancs-Manteaux", the mendicant Augustinian Order of Servites, who also rebuilt the current church in 1685-1690.

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