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
Plenty of food, luxury brands stores, galleries, restaurants and... People!! Nice but too crowded. In my opinion, there are better, nicer and more glamourous boulevards (like haussman or near la place vendome)
A. S. - a month ago
A slow wander down the most famous avenue anywhere. What's not to like. Lots of window shopping if no actual purchases.
David Richards - 3 weeks ago
If you want to shop in Paris then this is the place.
Such a variety of shops from Macdonald's, to JD Sports, to Pandora, to Louis Vuitton, and many many souvenir shops.
As cliché as it sounds - there really is something for everyone here.
Mike Naylor (Chief) - 2 weeks ago
The most famous, luxurious, and cosmopolitan street in Paris, connecting the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, is renowned for its upscale shops, cafes, restaurants, and theaters. It is considered the vibrant heart of Paris, a hub for national celebrations, and a major tourist destination for experiencing elegance and history in the heart of the French capital. It is often called "the most beautiful street in the world."
Moza Ahli - 2 weeks 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
