Place Vendôme, Paris

Name: Place Vendôme
Address: Place Vendome, Paris, 75001, France
Telephone: +33 2 62 86 46 21

#252 among attractions in Paris

Baroque architecture, Square

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Facts and practical information

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. Its regular architecture by Jules Hardouin-Mansart and pedimented screens canted across the corners give the rectangular Place Vendôme the aspect of an octagon. The original Vendôme Column at the centre of the square was erected by Napoleon I to commemorate the Battle of Austerlitz; it was torn down on 16 May 1871, by decree of the Paris Commune, but subsequently re-erected and remains a prominent feature on the square today. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 48°52'3"N, 2°19'46"E

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Place VendomeLouvre (Place Vendôme)Paris 75001 France

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+33 2 62 86 46 21

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Day trips

Place Vendôme – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palais Garnier, Tuileries Garden, Harry's New York Bar, Rue de la Paix.

~1550 ftNE
Italian-style opera with Library Museum
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~1510 ftSW
Vast statue-studded 17th-century gardens
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~890 ftNE
Nightlife
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~710 ftNE
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Rue de la Paix, Paris
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, Rue de la Paix is a prestigious shopping district that exudes elegance and luxury. Known for its high-end boutiques and proximity to the famous Place Vendôme, this iconic street is a must-visit destination for fashion enthusiasts...
~1470 ftNW
Church built in style of Greek temple
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~1430 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
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~950 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
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~1020 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
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5 min walk • The Olympia is a concert venue in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, France, located at 28 Boulevard des Capucines, equally distancing Madeleine church and Opéra Garnier, 300 metres north of Vendôme square.
~940 ftNE
Theater
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~1460 ftSE
Square
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~1200 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture, Historical place
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place Vendôme?

Nearby attractions include Rue de la Paix, Paris (4 min walk), Musée des Lunettes et Lorgnettes Pierre Marly, Paris (4 min walk), Rue de la Sourdière, Paris (5 min walk), Théâtre-Musée des Capucines, Paris (5 min walk).

How to get to Place Vendôme by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place Vendôme:

Bus

Castiglione • Lines: 72, N11, N24 (5 min walk)
Capucines - Caumartin • Lines: 45, 52 (5 min walk)

Metro

Tuileries • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
Opéra • Lines: 3, 7, 8 (6 min walk)

Train

Auber (9 min walk)
Musée d'Orsay (13 min walk)

Ferry

Musée d'Orsay • Lines: Batobus (13 min walk)
Louvre • Lines: Batobus (14 min walk)