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Marais Tapestry Walk — Jewish Quarter, Hidden Courtyards & a Pompidou Finale

Paris, Île-de-France, França

This walk threads the Marais like a tapestry: from the hum of the Jewish Quarter to the hush of noble courtyards and salons, past memory houses and intimate museums to the playful boldness of modern art. The district shifts block by block—bakeries and falafel stands, arcaded squares, small collections and street art—until the skyline opens around Pompidou. Surfaces are mostly level with patches of cobblestone; wear comfortable shoes. Come early or late afternoon to sidestep crowds near Rue des Rosiers and Place des Vosges. Check opening days and timed tickets for museums (many close Monday or Tuesday). Convenient metro access makes joining or exiting easy.

Distance: 5,0 km
Duration: 4,0 hours
Number of stops: 14

Points of Interest

Jardim das Rosas - Jardim Joseph-Migneret  (Rose Garden)
Rua dos Rosiers  (Historical Neighborhood)
Casa Europeia da Fotografia  (Art Gallery)
Igreja de São Paulo e São Luís  (Church)
Aldeia Saint-Paul  (Historical Neighborhood)
Place de la Bastille  (Historical Square)
Place des Vosges  (Historical Square)
Museu Carnavalet  (Museum)
Museu Cognacq-Jay  (Art Gallery)
Museu Nacional Picasso-Paris  (Art Gallery)
Square du Temple- Elie Wiesel  (Public Park)
Museu de Artes e Ofícios  (Museum)
Centro Georges Pompidou  (Art Gallery)
Câmara Municipal de Paris  (Historical Building)