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Paris on a rainy day, from Bastille

Rain does not spoil Paris, it changes it. From Le Marais, several ideas stay under cover or close to the metro.

Under the arcades of Place des Vosges

The arcades of Place des Vosges, 100 m from the hotel, let you walk dry past galleries and cafés, with the garden in the rain as a backdrop.

The neighbourhood museums

Carnavalet, Picasso, Victor Hugo's house: see our article on the museums of Le Marais, all a few streets apart. Opening hours and prices change: check each venue's official website before you go.

Lunch out of the rain

Several restaurants on rue de Bretagne and nearby streets let you have lunch under cover. The Enfants Rouges market, destroyed by a fire on 12 October 2026, is no longer an option: see markets near Bastille and Le Marais.

A metro ride

Line 1, about 100 m from the hotel (Bastille station), reaches the Louvre and the Champs-Élysées without changing. Details are in getting around from the hotel.

Tip. Keep the end of the day for coming back: the reception desk is open 24 hours a day.

Frequently asked questions

What can I do in Paris when it rains, near the hotel?

Walk under the arcades of Place des Vosges, visit a Marais museum, or take line 1 at Bastille.

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