What to do in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris

Musée Carnavalet

Discover the history of Paris at the Musée Carnavalet museum, situated within the magnificent surroundings of two extraordinary mansions. Explore over 100 rooms and around 600,000 exhibits, documenting the history of Paris from its origins to modern day. With items ranging from old street signs to portraits of prominent Parisians and scale models of ancient monuments, this is a lovely museum and well worth visiting.

Musée Carnavalet, 16 rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75003 Paris, +33 (0)1 4459 5858

Hotel du Petit Moulin

Fashionable and fun, Hotel du Petit Moulin is one of the best boutique hotels in Paris. Renowned for its flamboyant décor, created by French designer Christian Lacroix, the hotel is fantastically eclectic and theatrical. With luxurious touches such as Hermès products in the bathrooms, this is one of the most stylish haunts in the district.

Hôtel du Petit Moulin, 29-31 rue de Poitou, 75003 Paris. +33 (0)1 4274 1010

Nanashi

Nanashi has made waves among discerning foodies thanks to its fresh take on the clean-eating trend. Offering healthy, fresh Japanese cuisine, Nanashi has become a favourite with both locals and visitors alike. There is a huge range of options, including delicious fish, meat and vegetarian dishes, as well as the house speciality bento box, consisting of rice, vegetables and sashimi. With fresh salads and juices also available, this is a great place for a quick healthy lunch or dinner.

Nanashi, 57 rue Charlot, 75003 Paris, +33 (0)9 6000 2559

Marché des Enfants Rouges

The historic Marché des Enfants Rouges is the oldest covered market in Paris and a must-see during your visit to the third arrondissement. A superb variety of traditional French cuisine and specialities can be found here, as well as an impressive range of Italian, Lebanese, Moroccan and Japanese food.

Marché des Enfants Rouges, 39 rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris

L’Eclaireur

Always one step ahead of current trends, L’Eclaireur is part luxury boutique, part gallery. The famous concept store offers customers a futuristic experience, with 147 video screens, projections and even sculptures adorning the walls. Bringing design and fashion together, the store offers visitors a superb edit of top fashion brands, such as Comme des Garçons, Maison Margiela and Saint Laurent, in stunning, gallery-like surroundings.

L’Eclaireur, 40 rue de Sévigné, 75003 Paris, +33 (0)1 4887 1022

Le Mary Celeste

Following in the same fashionable footsteps as its sister bar Candelaria, Le Mary Celeste is one of Paris’s coolest after-dark hangouts. A hidden gem, the bar is well worth seeking out in the third arrondissement. The relaxed vibe of the restaurant is perfect for a leisurely dinner, with dishes ranging from oysters to beef skirt or pork belly. The impressive cocktail menu complements the food perfectly, and visitors should be sure to try the cocktail of the day.

Le Mary Celeste, 1 rue Commines, 75003 Paris, +33 (0)9 8072 9883

No42

The Upper Marais is a great place for shopping thanks to its plethora of unique boutiques, cool concept stores and niche shops. No42 is one of the area’s top destinations, offering progressive sportswear and athletic-inspired fashion. Items are displayed alongside an exhibition space which frequently hosts events, and the store also features an exclusive selection from Adidas, including the brand’s Y-3 and classic Originals collections.

No42, 42 rue de Sévigné, 75003 Paris, +33 (0)1 4461 7811