Place des Victoires
Place des Victoires is an elegant Parisian square located between the 1st and 2nd arrondissements. Created at the end of the 17th century to celebrate the victories of Louis XIV, it is now known for its harmonious architecture. At its center stands an equestrian statue of the king, recalling its prestigious history. It is an iconic site of Parisian heritage, both शांत and steeped in history.
Where is Place des Victoires located in Paris?
Place des Victoires is located in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, on the border of the 1st arrondissement, between the Palais-Royal and Bourse districts. It is near Rue Étienne-Marcel, Rue des Petits-Champs, and Rue de la Feuillade.
Its address is: Place des Victoires, 75002 Paris
How do you get to Place des Victoires by public transport?
Several means of transport are available to reach Place des Victoires: metro, bus.
Metro
- Line 3, Sentier station
- Lines 7 and 14, Pyramides station
- Line 3, Bourse station
- Line 4, Étienne Marcel station
Bus
- Lines 29, 74, 85, Louvre - Étienne Marcel stop
- Lines 21, 67, 69, 72, 74, 85, Louvre - Rivoli stop
Place des Victoires: what to visit nearby
Around Place des Victoires, you can visit several tourist sites within walking distance:
- Palais-Royal : beautiful arcades, elegant garden, and a very Parisian atmosphere
- Galerie Vivienne: a superb covered passage, perfect for strolling
- The Sentier district: lively, with shopping streets and pretty façades
- Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection : for contemporary art
- The Louvre : a little farther away, but easy to reach on foot
- The covered passages of the 2nd arrondissement: notably Passage des Panoramas and Passage Jouffroy
- Rue Montorgueil: ideal for a coffee break, lunch, or pastries