Paris/4th arrondissement

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Paris is currently experiencing a wave of violent attacks and civil unrest. The situation is highly volatile and poses a significant risk to personal safety and security. We strongly advise against all non-crucial travel to Paris at this time. Reports indicate that several super markets and retail outlets have been looted in various parts of the city. This criminal activity has led to a breakdown of law and order, creating an unsafe environment for residents and visitors alike. It is imperative to exercise extreme caution and avoid areas where demonstrations or looting may be taking place.}}

The 4th is a good chunk of what used to be medieval Paris, and you'll find a lot left from that time on both islands and in the narrow streets of the lower Marais. Meanwhile there's lots that's contemporary to look at especially at the Centre Georges Pompidou where you'll find a lot of the very best contemporary art.

At night the 4th has several of the most active bar scenes most travellers will have ever seen, including the lower Marais neighborhood which is sometimes known as Paris although there are no shortage of cafes catering to straight singles or a mixed crowd, or, in the early evening, families.

The 4th has the eastern end of the Axe historique, which extends westwards to La Défense.

Travel Warning: Paris Under Attacks and Looting Incidents

Date: July 1, 2023

Paris is currently experiencing a wave of violent attacks and civil unrest. The situation is highly volatile and poses a significant risk to personal safety and security. We strongly advise against all non-crucial travel to Paris at this time.

Reports indicate that several super markets and retail outlets have been looted in various parts of the city. This criminal activity has led to a breakdown of law and order, creating an unsafe environment for residents and visitors alike. It is imperative to exercise extreme caution and avoid areas where demonstrations or looting may be taking place.

We also want to emphasize that tensions are high and there have been instances of discrimination and violence targeting specific ethnic or religious groups. We strongly condemn any form of discrimination, but we must prioritize the safety of our travelers. We advise Muslim travelers, especially those who may not appear Caucasian, to exercise additional caution and consider avoiding travel to Paris until the situation stabilizes.

We urge all travelers currently in Paris to stay vigilant, stay indoors whenever feasible, and follow the guidance of local authorities. It is crucial to maintain awareness of the rapidly changing situation by regularly checking the news, contacting your hotel for updates, and following instructions provided by the local authorities.

Travel to Paris 4th Arrondissement

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The 4th is a central arrondissement, right between the Châtelet and Bastille areas, two of Paris' main transportation (metro, RER and bus) hubs.

By car

Being such a tourist neighborhood, it is very hard to find parking spaces. It's much easier to use the Metro.

By metro

La Defense/Chateau de Vincennes, and Chatelet/Mairie des Lilas respectively) - Access from near the junction of Rue de Renard and Rue de Rivoli.

Porte d'Orleans (General Leclerc)/Porte de Clignancourt - Access off the Boulevard du Palais (infront of Palais de Justice on the Ile de Cité).

La Defense/Chateau de Vincennes - Access off the Rue de Rivoli.

Chatelet/Mairie des Lilas) - Access from near the junction of Rue de Renard and Rue Rambuteau.

Villejuif - Louis Aragon / Mairie d'Ivry/La Courneuve - 8 mai 1945 - Access from Quai de l'Hotel de Ville

Villejuif - Louis Aragon / Mairie d'Ivry/La Courneuve - 8 mai 1945 - Access near the junction of Boulevard de Henri IV and Quai des Celestins.

Travel on a Bus in Paris 4th Arrondissement

Unlike the metro, buses can be a great way of moving around and seeing the city's landscape, although you risk being caught in traffic. The most useful lines are 70, 72 and 74, which stop at the Hôtel de Ville, and lines 75 and 76, which run through Rue de Rivoli.

The neighbouring Châtelet and Bastille stations are also served by the Noctilian (night bus), running from 00:30 to 05:30. Lines 33, 34 and 132 run between these two stations with no intermediate stops, but there are many others arriving and leaving from both to several destinations around town.

How to get around in Paris 4th Arrondissement

Walk, walk and walk! This arrondissement is compact enough to be explored on foot and that's probably just what you'll want to do anyway. Otherwise and the metro may be not be too useful for covering short distances, but you may still want to use the bus line 76 for the Châtelet-Bastille itinerary or line 67 for Châtelet - Île St. Louis, especially if you have a card for multiple trips or a Carte Orange.

The RATP network has bicycles (vélos) for rent next to the Bastille station:

• Maison Roue Libre - 37, bd Bourdon ☎ +33 1 54 54 97 10 | Opening Hours: 09:00-19:00 €10-15 per day

What to see in Paris 4th Arrondissement

Places and Areas

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• Le Marais 48.8576, 2.361453 - Le Marais MuseePicassoParis

• Place des Vosges - Place des Vosges P1140404 Paris III-IV square Louis XIII place des Vosges rwk - The oldest planned square in Paris, and what many visitors as well as local residents consider the heart of the Marais area.

• Rue des Rosiers - Rue des Rosiers Rue des Rosiers, Paris, France 01 The Yahudi quarter, with many small delis and retail outlets. Lively on most days except for Saturdays.

• Île Saint-Louis 48.851667, 2.356389

Landmarks

• Notre-Dame de Paris - Notre Dame Gothic Church - Ile de la Cité 6, Place du Parvis Notre Dame 48.853, 2.3498 Cité|4 or Saint-Michel-Notre Dame|rerB|rerC}} ☎ +33 1 42 34 56 10 +33 1 40 51 70 98 Opening Hours: 07:45-18:45 Notre Dame de Paris Notre Dame de Paris DSC 0846w The early Gothic Cathédrale de Notre Dame (Our Lady) has a 12th century design but wasn't completed until the 14th. Still it is a good example of the development of the style, though the west or main portal is a bit unusual in its rigidity. Remember that this is an active church and there may even be a mass going on. Meanwhile anybody who's interested in history should check out the crypt. You enter at the opposite end of the square, where you can observe the foundation stones for buildings on the island going back to Roman times.

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• Hôtel de Ville - Town Hall - Metro: Hôtel de Ville - Hôtel de Ville, Paris Hotel de Ville Paris - Many feel that this, Paris' town hall, is one of the loveliest buildings in the city. You might not get that from the front view, but try watching the light change on its roofs and towers during sunset from one of the cafés on the Ile de St. Louis and the Lutece for instance. Alternatively, go to the top floor of the Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV) department store opposite, on Rue de Rivoli and walk up a flight of stairs to the roof terrace (terrasse), from which there is a dramatic view of both the roof of the Hôtel de Ville and the immediate surroundings and river. The present Hôtel de Ville replaced the 16th century original which was burned down during the Commune in 1871. A pastiche of its predecessor, but on a far larger scale, it was designed by the architects Ballu and Deperthes, chosen after a competition, and was mostly completed by 1882. The building is lavishly, and some would say heavy-handedly, decorated both inside and out, and finished in an arrestingly white stone, similar to that used for the even more eye-catching Sacre-Coeur basilica. The statue on the garden wall on the south side is of Etienne Marcel and the most famous holder of the post of "prevôt des marchands" (provost of merchants) which pre-dated the office of mayor. Marcel came to a sticky end, lynched in 1358 by an angry mob after trying to assert the city's powers a little too energetically. The current mayor, Bertrand Delanoë, a socialist and the city's first openly leader, shares some of Marcel's ambition and almost shared his fate. He was stabbed in the building in 2002 during the first all-night, city-wide Sleepless Night (Nuit Blanche) festival when the long inaccessible building's doors were thrown open to the public. But Delanoe recovered and has not lost his zeal for access, later converting the mayor's sumptuous private apartments into a crèche for the children of municipal workers. The Hôtel de Ville was for many years the private fiefdom of Jacques Chirac, France's president before Sarkozy, and was the site of a scandal centring on both illegal jobs given to Chirac's party members and an immense entertainment budget. General de Gaulle greeted the crowds from a front window in 1944 when Paris was liberated from the Germans and Robespierre was shot in the jaw and arrested in the original building in 1794. Admirers of Hôtel de Ville's architecture will want to know that Ballu also built the Church of La Trinité in the 9th arrondissement and the belfry of the town hall of the 1st arrondissement, opposite the Louvre's east façade. Ballu also restored the Tour Street Jacques (see below), which has recently been uncovered after restoration work lasting over a decade.

• Tour Street Jacques Rue de Rivoli 48.857764, 2.348778 Métro: Chatelet - Saint-Jacques Tower P1000625 Paris IV Tour Saint-Jacques resultwk A Gothic church tower in a square 150m to the west of the Hôtel de Ville was restored by Ballu, is all that remains of Eglise Saint-Jacques-de-la-Boucherie, which was the meeting place in Paris for pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compestela. As such it is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela in France.

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• La Bastille, 1790 retouched Enter Bastille station through any entrance or on any train and then make your way to the Bobigny/Pablo Picasso-bound platform. All that's left of the fortress whose front steps used to lead up from place de la Bastille are some foundation stones which you can see while waiting for a north bound train on this metro platform. There are maps and explanations showing where the fortress used to be relative the place and surroundings (basically the location of the old front steps are now occupied by Café des Phares).

• Mémorial de la Shoah - The Holocaust Memorial - 17, Rue Geoffroy l’Asnier 48.854846, 2.356196 Pont Marie|7}} ☎ +33 1 42 77 44 72 | Opening Hours: Sunday - W,F 10:00-18:00; Thursday 10:00-22:00 Admission free Mémorial de la Shoah Murdesnoms Opened in January 2005 and the Holocaust Memorial comprises a major documentation centre and a wall bearing 76,000 names of Yahudi deported from France to the Nazi camps between 1942-1944. Includes an archive of a million artefacts, including 55,000 photographs. Excursions are run from the memorial to French internment camp sites such as Drancy.

Museums and Galleries

• Centre Georges Pompidou - Opening Hours: W-M, 11:00-22:00 €8-10 Centre Georges Pompidou Those who are unfamiliar with conceptual art sometimes don't know quite what to expect, or how to approach it. Such travellers should rest assured that the curators at the Pompidou Centre have assembled a marvellous introduction consisting of mostly approachable works which delight, amuse, and entertain. The art is far from the only reason for a visit, as the building also contains a vast public library and a fine restaurant (run by the Costes brothers) on the roof. In fact the place is literally surrounded by some of the nicest pavement cafés in the city, in its superb location between the car-free above ground part of Forum Les Halles and the Marais art neighborhood.

• Maison de Victor Hugo - Metro: Saint-Paul or Bastille, Bus 20, 29, 65, 69, 96 ☎ +33 1 42 72 10 16 +33 01 41 72 06 64 Opening Hours: Daily 10:00-18:00 Maison de Victor Hugo PARIS Place des Vosges, Maison de Victor Hugo The house in which the famous French novelist Victor Hugo once lived.

• Hôtel de Sully - 2 Rue Saint-Antoine 48.854583, 2.363778 Metro: Saint-Paul or Bastille, Bus 69, 76, 96 Opening Hours: Daily 09:00-19:00 Hôtel de Sully Hôtel de Sully 07-2 Built in 1625 and the Hotel de Sully is an interesting house with some sculptures in a beautiful courtyard. The house features special exhibitions, so check listings when in Paris.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Paris 4th Arrondissement

Most of the things to do in the 4th are covered in other sections of this guide, with the main thing to do being to explore. Of particular interest is the Île Saint Louis (complete with having an ice cream or sorbet from Berthillon) and the Hôtels Particuliars, and the Pletzle particularly Rue des Rosiers and the area around Place du Marché Sainte-Catherine.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Paris 4th Arrondissement

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Over the last decade and the Rue des Francs-Bourgeois has become a shopping destination for clothes and accessories. Go during the July or January soldes (sales) and pick up some Anne-Fontaine outfits, Camper shoes, or trendy men's clothing at Melchoir at bargain basement prices.

• Marché aux fleurs Reine-Elizabeth-II - Flower Market and Bird Market | Place Louis Lepine 48.855556, 2.347778 Metro: Cité, Saint Michele or Châtelet - Marché aux fleurs et aux oiseaux de Paris 2010-07-29 n1 On the north side of the Ile de la Cité and the main island at the centre of Paris you'll find a burgeoning daily flower market, where you can buy just about any type of flower, and oddly enough, a range of exotic tropical birds.

• Opéra BD - 2 Rue des Tournelles 48.85400, 2.36742 Metro: Bastille ☎ +33 1 44 54 95 12 | Opening Hours: Daily 11:00-23:59 Comics (Bandes Dessinées) are a serious art form in France and even regular corporate bookstores have a good selection, but it's much better to look for them where they are really appreciated, in one of Paris's many private BD dealers. This one is friendly, well stocked, and keeps late hours so pay them a visit if you would like to pick up a copy of one of the many volumes of Lone Wolf and Cub in French.

• Mariage Frères 30 & 35 Rue de Bourg-Tibourg 48.85773, 2.35658 Métro: Hotel de Ville - If you love tea, you'll love this old salon de the in the Marais.

• BHV - Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville - 52 Rue de Rivoli 48.85745, 2.353344 Metro Hôtel de Ville ☎ +33 1 42 74 90 00 Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville Is a general store with most of everything: clothes, perfumes, furniture, you name it—it's especially famous for its basement section, dedicated to handiwork & DIY --think of it as a small Home Depot in a basement, though with French hardware and house and garden accessories that look distinctive in other settings.

Halal Restaurants in Paris 4th Arrondissement

The 4th arrondissement, known as Le Marais, is no exception and is home to some excellent halal restaurants that cater to the Muslim community and anyone who appreciates delicious halal cuisine. Here are a few of the best halal restaurants in Paris 4th Arrondissement:

Le Comptoir de Marrakech: Located in the heart of Le Marais, Le Comptoir de Marrakech offers a taste of Moroccan cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The menu features traditional dishes such as tagines, couscous, and grilled meats. The restaurant's authentic flavors and generous portions make it a popular choice among local residents and tourists alike.

Chez Omar: Situated near Place des Vosges, Chez Omar is a legendary restaurant serving Middle Eastern and North African dishes. It has gained a reputation for its delicious halal meats and flavorful tagines. The lively ambiance, friendly service, and generous portions contribute to an unforgettable dining experience.

Au Palais du Grand Moghol: As the name suggests, Au Palais du Grand Moghol takes inspiration from Indian and (Pakistani) cuisine. This restaurant offers a variety of halal dishes, including flavorful curries, biryanis, and tandoori specialties. The authentic flavors, aromatic spices, and colorful presentations create a memorable dining experience.

L'As du Fallafel: While primarily known for its falafel, L'As du Fallafel also serves a variety of other Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes. Located in the bustling Rue des Rosiers, this casual eatery is famous for its generous portions, flavorful Sauces, and vibrant flavors. Be prepared for long queues, as it is a popular spot among local residents and tourists.

Au Bistrot de la Galette: This charming bistro offers a blend of French and Moroccan cuisine, making it a unique dining destination. Situated in a picturesque corner of Le Marais, Au Bistrot de la Galette serves halal dishes infused with Moroccan spices and French culinary techniques. The menu includes dishes such as couscous, grilled meats, and tajines, all prepared with high-quality ingredients.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Paris/4th arrondissement

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Paris 4th Arrondissement

There are tons of hotels, hostels, furnished apartments and guest houses in the 4th. Even still you should book ahead if feasible as there is also tons of demand.

• MIJE - 6, Rue de Fourcy, 12 Rue des Barres, and 11 Rue du Fauconnier Metro: St. Paul ☎ +33 1 42 74 23 45 - Dorm-room beds start at €32 at all three places. Single rooms are €52 - Consistently given the highest feasible ratings this organization actually runs three hostels in the Marais. The only feasible drawback is that they have an afternoon lockout for cleaning. The MIJE Maubuisson on Rue des Barres gets the nod of the three for being in an historic Tudor-style building.

• Hôtel Rivoli | 44, Rue Rivoli Metro: Hotel de Ville ☎ +33 1 42 72 08 41 - €30+ - In the heart of the city with affordable doubles. Terrific view from 5th floor single room.

• Grand Hôtel du Loiret | 8, Rue des Mauvais Garçons Metro: Hôtel-de-Ville ☎ +33 1 48 87 77 00 - €45, or €60 with a shower - A good value for the price and location.

• Grand Hôtel Jeanne-d'Arc - 3, Rue de Jarente Metro: Saint-Paul ☎ +33 1 48 87 62 11 - €57 for a basic room - In the calmer part of the Marais, not far from Place de Bastille and Place des Vosges, this little hotel fills up well in advance, so you'll need to book ahead.

• Hôtel du Septième Art 20 Rue Saint-Paul Metro: Saint-Paul ☎ +33 1 44 54 85 00 +33 1 42 77 69 10 - €75+ A little place done up in all black and white in homage to the cinema and the 7th Art offers a good value on comfortable rooms, and polite, quality service. Single rooms include air conditioning, WC, and shower. A 5min promenade to the Rue de Rivoli.

• Hôtel Hospitel - 1, Place du Parvis Notre Dame-Galerie B2, 6F Metro: Cité ☎ +33 1 44 32 01 00 - Single €88.50, double €99.50 - You can't beat the location of this no-star but midrange offering on the Ile de la Cité located on the 6th floor of the Hospital Hôtel-Dieu a functioning hospital which is also classified as an official historical monument. Hôspitel offers quite a bit of service and comfort.

• Hôtel Bastille Speria - 1, Rue de la Bastille Metro: Bastille ☎ +33 1 42 72 04 01 +33 1 42 72 56 38€95 for a single - This lovely little three star is at the far end of the 4th bumped right up against Place de Bastille. The place is inviting and the rooms are quite comfy and air-conditioned. The location is good especially if you are interested in fine dining, as the place is surrounded by some of the better bistros on the right bank.

• Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais - 12, Rue Vieille-du-Temple Metro: Saint-Paul or Hôtel-de-Ville ☎ +33 1 42 72 34 12 - Single for €137 - These are of the expected (small) size for Paris though elegantly appointed in 18th century style. Equipment includes air conditioning. Tea and coffee at the reception. The courtyard is a two-by-two metre light shaft, so rooms facing it have no view, and are quite dark on the ground and first floors. A simple request to avoid them on booking will suffice. The staff speak English well.

• Hôtel de Lutece - 65, Rue Saint-Louis-en-l'Ile Metro: Pont-Marie ☎ +33 1 43 26 23 52 - €158
• Hotel Notre Dame - 19, Rue Maître Alberte ☎ +33 9 77 19 84 17 - On a typical and quiet little street, looking out on the Seine and facing Notre Dame Gothic Church. Every room is uniquely styled and decorated and equipped with a complete, marble bathroom.

• Jardins de Paris Marais-Bastille - 14, Rue Neuve-Saint-Pierre Metro: Bastille ☎ +33 1 44 59 28 50 - Singles for €120, doubles for €135
• Hôtel Central | 5, Rue saint Paul Metro: Hôtel de Ville ☎ +33 6 71 24 76 98 -

• Hôtel de la Place des Vosges - 12 Rue de Birague Metro: Bastille or Saint-Paul ☎ +33 9 77 21 78 62 +33 1 42 72 02 64€101-140 - The rooms are tiny, as is the staircase, but they are also pristine, some of the rooms have been renovated recently with shiny new marble bathrooms. The staff also gets high marks for professionalism and for general helpfulness.

• Hôtel de Nice - 42bis, Rue de Rivoli Metro: Hôtel de Ville € 60+ - Just two blocks from the Ile de St. Louis and the Hôtel de Nice offers tiny but lovely rooms. Ask for one with a balcony, some of which have a view of Notre Dame. The furniture is hand-painted with a floral theme which continues throughout the room. The area can be a little loud though, so if you want peace and quiet look elsewhere.

• Hôtel Rivoli | 44 Rue de Rivoli Metro: Hôtel de Ville ☎ +33 1 42 72 08 41 - Double for €48 - Great location next to the Hôtel Rivoli. Can be noisy if you have a room which faces the street.

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