Les Olympiades, Paris

Name: Les Olympiades
Address: Paris, France

#1085 among attractions in Paris

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Les Olympiades is a district of residential towers located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, France. Built from 1969 to 1974, the district consists of a dozen towers built along a huge esplanade, elevated eight metres from the ground, that is dedicated to pedestrians. A shopping mall, known as the Pagode, stands at the centre of the esplanade. Below it are streets dedicated to vehicular traffic. Shops and boutiques can easily receive deliveries on the lower level. The main entrances to the residential towers are on the esplanade. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°49'42"N, 2°21'19"E

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Gobelins (Maison Blanche)Paris France

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Les Olympiades – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of Natural History, Stade Charléty, Grand Mosque of Paris, Parc Montsouris.

0.9 miN
Science and nature exhibits since 1793
National Museum of Natural History, Paris
24 min walk • The National Museum of Natural History, situated in the heart of Paris, France, is a beacon of scientific knowledge and a repository of life's diversity. Established in 1793 during the French Revolution, this prestigious institution is not only a museum but also a...
0.8 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Stade Charléty, Paris
21 min walk • Stade Charléty, a modern sports stadium situated in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, France, is a compelling destination for sports enthusiasts and tourists alike. Built in 1939 and renovated in 1994, the stadium boasts a seating capacity of 20,000, making it the...
0.9 miN
Friday worship, guided tours and gardens
Grand Mosque of Paris, Paris
24 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Paris is a serene oasis in the heart of France's bustling capital. This mosque, a stunning example of traditional Maghrebi architecture, stands as a symbol of France's historical connections with the Islamic world and serves as a center of cultural...
0.9 miSW
Park, Vernacular architecture
Parc Montsouris, Paris
23 min walk • Parc Montsouris is a verdant haven nestled in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, France. This picturesque city park, spanning over 15 hectares, offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling urban environment. Designed in the English style by engineer Jean-Charles Alphand...
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Museum, Art museum, Fashion museum
Manufacture des Gobelins, Paris
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, France, the Manufacture des Gobelins is a historical tapestry factory that has been transformed into a fascinating museum. This esteemed institution has a rich history dating back to the 15th century and was named after the Gobelin...
0.9 miE
Square
Place Jean-Michel Basquiat, Paris
24 min walk • Place Jean-Michel Basquiat is a public square located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. It is named after American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, who emerged from the New York graffiti scene in the late 1970s before becoming the leading artist of the neo-expressionism movement of the 1980s.
0.9 miN
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Galerie de Minéralogie et de Géologie, Paris
24 min walk • The Gallery of Mineralogy and Geology is a part of the French National Museum of Natural History. It is situated in the Jardin des plantes in Paris near the gare d'Austerlitz train station.
1.1 miNE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Piscine Joséphine Baker, Paris
28 min walk • The Joséphine-Baker swimming pool is one of the 39 municipal swimming pools in Paris. It is located in the port de la Gare, along the quai François Mauriac, in the 13th arrondissement.
~320 ftNE
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Italie 13, Paris
2 min walk • Italie 13 is the name of a large urbanism project in Paris which started in the 1960s and was interrupted in the 1970s. Its purpose was to profoundly modify the structure of some areas of the 13th arrondissement, mainly around the Avenue d'Italie which inspired its name.
0.9 miNW
Baroque architecture, Monastery
Val-de-Grâce, Paris
23 min walk • 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.
0.4 miNE
Square
Place Pinel, Paris
12 min walk • The Place Pinel is a square and street in the 13th arrondissement of Paris.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Les Olympiades?

Nearby attractions include Italie 13, Paris (2 min walk), Parc de Choisy, Paris (5 min walk), Place d'Italie, Paris (5 min walk), Boulevard Auguste-Blanqui, Paris (7 min walk).

How to get to Les Olympiades by public transport?

The nearest stations to Les Olympiades:

Bus

Vandrezanne • Lines: 47, N15, N22 (3 min walk)
Verlaine • Lines: 57, 67 (3 min walk)

Metro

Place d'Italie • Lines: 5, 6, 7 (5 min walk)
Tolbiac • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)

Tram

Poterne des Peupliers • Lines: T3a (15 min walk)
Porte d'Italie • Lines: T3a (18 min walk)

Train

Cité Universitaire (24 min walk)
Bibliothèque François Mitterrand (26 min walk)