Avenue Champs-Élysées
Whether you prefer parks and museums or shopping, dining and theatres or historic landmarks and monuments, Avenue Champs-Élysées has them all
Possibly one of the most renowned stretches of road anywhere in the world, Avenue Champs-Élysées is truly a remarkable street. Running southeast from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde, you would almost be remiss not to walk down this bustling historic avenue when you visit Paris.
The western portion runs from the Arc de Triomphe to the Grand Palais. It is a vibrant and busy thoroughfare lined with high end shops and restaurants that spill out onto the wide sidewalks. There are also several movie theatres located along this portion. You may well enjoy exploring the many exclusive high end shops along this section, but don't expect to shop or dine on a budget here. With stores such as Chanel, Chloe, Gucci, Christian Dior, Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren and many more you are only going to find the real thing here. There are even a couple of car dealers that have the latest concepts in automotive on display in their showrooms.
The eastern portion extending from the Grand Palais to the Jardin des Tuileries is quieter and has much less traffic. It is lined with gardens and uniformly trimmed chestnut trees.
As you walk down this famous avenue it is interesting to realize that German soldiers marched down the same route in 1941 when they occupied Paris and later in 1944 Allied soldiers marched down the same route in celebration of victory.
Nearby attractions: Arc de Triomphe, Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais - (Grand Palace National Gallery), Palais de la Decouverte - (Science Museum), Musée de l'Orangerie - (Paintings) and Jardin des Tuileries
Facts For Your Visit
Fee:Address: Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France
Avenue Champs-Élysées Reviews
Rated out of 5
I had a pleasant visit to Avenue des Champs-Élysées. The iconic avenue offered a vibrant atmosphere with a great selection of shops and cafes. It was a lovely place to stroll around and soak in the Parisian charm. While it was a bit crowded, the overall experience was still quite enjoyable. I would recommend it for anyone looking to experience a classic part of Paris.
Laidback Jay - 3 weeks ago
My dream finally came true — I got to walk along the avenue from the song! The Champs-Élysées is absolutely stunning.
It’s such a beautiful street, full of life and energy, and being there in person was truly moving. Definitely a must-see when visiting Paris!
Luffy - 4 months ago
One of the most famous streets in France and even in whole Europe.
All the big brands, shops, restaurants, cofes are located in this street.
The tourists come as well to this street from all over the world to enjoy the place and for shopping purposes.
It’s an absolute destination for all tourist who visit Paris.
Haytham Abbas - 2 months ago
A must see avenue in Paris. We visited during the Xmas holidays and the lights were spectacular.
Robert Britt - 5 months ago
Directions
| Metro / RER Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| M1 or M9 | Franklin D. Roosevelt | 0 minutes |
| M1, M2, M6 or RER A | Charles de Gaulle - Étoile | 0 minutes |
How to get to Avenue Champs-Élysées by Metro / RER
By Metro / RER: For the commercial section of Champs-Élysées you can exit at either Charles de Gaulle - Étoile or Franklin D. Roosevelt Station. It extends between the two stations. For the quiet section and Le Grand Palais exit at Franklin D. Roosevelt Station.
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Brightly lit shops along Avenue Champs-Élysées at night cc licensed photo by achimh
