Pigalle Travel Guide

Paris

Pigalle which includes signage
Moulin Rouge showing theatre scenes, signage and nightlife
Pigalle
Pigalle
Pigalle which includes street scenes and signage

This lively neighbourhood is known as the centre of entertainment in Paris and features famous cabaret venues and a museum of eroticism.

Visit the Moulin Rouge and see an authentic French cabaret show in Pigalle. Relax in bars or music clubs and observe Paris’ animated red-light district. Increasingly shedding its once unsavory reputation, Pigalle is now a popular nightspot to see a cabaret show and take in Paris’ lively atmosphere.

See an exhibit at the Museum of Eroticism where ancient and contemporary art has an erotic focus. Find captivating modern sculptures and paintings in the contemporary art exhibits. Notice ancient religious artifacts celebrating the essence of human life. On the second of seven floors you will find an insightful collection of photographs, drawings and unusual documents linked to brothels in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Experience a traditional French cabaret at the famous Moulin Rouge. Watch dancers perform the renowned French cancan. Take photos of the iconic red windmill on the building’s roof and appreciate the original Fin de siècle French décor inside. The Moulin Rouge opened in the late 19th century and has been the subject of numerous films, documentaries and novels over the past century.

Enjoy fine dining at stylish restaurants in South Pigalle. This was once a quieter area in the city however, it has since been revived with specialty coffee shops and stylish restaurants and retail shops. Discover the Rue des Martyrs about a 5-minute walk from the Pigalle Metro station. This busy street is lined with shops selling fine wines, cheeses and delicious pastries.

Wander along the famed Boulevard de Clichy. On this street are a number of notable buildings, including the historic quarters of many famous artists, such as Pablo Picasso and Jean-Léon Gérôme. Admire the grand architecture and historic buildings.

Take the Metro to the Pigalle Station and you will emerge in the lively center. Visit South Pigalle during the day for fine food and shopping. Explore bars, nightclubs and music venues for an entertaining evening out.


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Top hotels in Pigalle

Libertel Montmartre Opéra

Libertel Montmartre Opéra

3 out of 5
32 Rue Duperré, Paris, Paris
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and very walkable to Montmartre. Nice side street with cafes and vibrant bars. Room was immaculate, small in the euro style but perfect for my stay."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Libertel Montmartre Opéra
Grand Hotel De Turin

Grand Hotel De Turin

3 out of 5
6 Rue Victor Massé, Paris, Paris
The price is Rp1.127.252 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.127.252
Rp1.447.767 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"A lovely hotel in a perfect location to explore Paris"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel De Turin
Hotel Saint Georges Lafayette

Hotel Saint Georges Lafayette

3 out of 5
11 Rue Victor Massé, Paris, Paris
The price is Rp1.315.127 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.315.127
Rp1.654.429 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Angela and the staff have been very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hotel Saint Georges Lafayette
Hôtel Les Matins de Paris & Spa

Hôtel Les Matins de Paris & Spa

4 out of 5
3 rue Clauzel, Paris
The price is Rp2.596.061 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.596.061
Rp3.173.176 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (703 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing location! Had many shops and restaurants all within walking distance! Loved how safe I felt in the area and the hotel was very clean and welcoming!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hôtel Les Matins de Paris & Spa
Hôtel R. Kipling by Happyculture

Hôtel R. Kipling by Happyculture

4 out of 5
65 Rue Blanche, Paris, Paris
The price is Rp1.650.635 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.650.635
Rp2.132.368 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (627 reviews)
"Good position and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hôtel R. Kipling by Happyculture
Hotel Antin Saint-Georges

Hotel Antin Saint-Georges

2 out of 5
21 rue Notre Dame de Lorette, Paris, Paris
The price is Rp1.287.802 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.287.802
Rp1.538.378 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paris. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (993 reviews)
"It was an overall great stay, close to the metro, right out front by the market & plenty of food places nearby! The facility itself is visibly older & less refine but I’m not complaining about that, as long as it felt safe. Which it did, they had 24hrs desk person. I did feel that it was peculiar ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hotel Antin Saint-Georges
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Other neighbourhoods around Pigalle

Montmartre featuring views and a city

Montmartre

4.5/5(137 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Montmartre, you might enjoy attractions like Place du Tertre and Sacré-Cœur Basilica. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Abbesses Station to see more of the city.

Montmartre
8th Arrondissement which includes a monument and street scenes

8th Arrondissement

4.5/5(411 area reviews)

Travellers love 8th Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Saint-Philippe du Roule Station or Miromesnil Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.

8th Arrondissement
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1st Arrondissement

4.5/5(286 area reviews)

Louvre Museum and Comedie-Francaise are a few top attractions in 1st Arrondissement. Hop around the city on the metro at Pyramides Metro Station or Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops.

1st Arrondissement
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Paris City Center

4/5(15 area reviews)

Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame are a few top attractions in Paris City Center. Hop around the city on the metro at Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro Station or Louvre - Rivoli Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and charming cafes.

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Les Halles

Noted for its churches and art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Les Halles. Top attractions like Les Halles and Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Les Halles Station or Etienne Marcel Station to see more of the city.

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Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois

Museums, historical sites and river views highlight some notable features of Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois. Make a stop by Louvre Museum or La Carrousel du Louvre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Louvre - Rivoli Station or Pont Neuf Station to get around town.

Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois

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