Location: 9th Arr. - Opéra
Top Things to do in 9th Arr. - Opéra
What to do and see in 9th Arr. - Opéra, Ile-de-France: The Best Things to do
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. PHONO Museum Paris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
A Paris, au 53 Boulevard de Rochechouart, 9ème arrondissement, à travers plus d'une centaine de machines d’époque et en état de fonctionnement, le Musée du Son Enregistré évoque les différentes étapes de l’évolution technique, des premiers appareils à cylindres et à disques sous les formes les plus représentatives jusqu’aux dernières technologies. Une cinquantaine d’affiches d’époque et des photos illustrent et agrémentent le musée. Des parallèles sont effectués entre les plus importants artistes d’hier et d’aujourd’hui.
2. Palais Garnier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19,408 reviews
This performance hall hosts opera, ballet and chamber music performances.
Reviewed By globalfinder312 - Chicago, United States
Don't miss seeing the Palais Garnier, even if you never attend the opera or ballet. This is one of Paris' grand buildings, and I enjoyed the experience of learning it's history on a guided tour of it's exceptionally beautiful and ornate architecture, paintings, sculpture and more -- after hours without the crowds. You will learn the challenges of its design, about the architect (and how and where Garner became the first to memorialize his creation); about the history at its inception, followed by its opening after France had become a republic. I am not a devout Phantom of the Opera fan. Yet it was amazing to hear the story told where it took place. The 90-minute guided tour that begins at 5pm sells out so it would be best to reserve a space and pay for your tickets ahead of time. Easily done on the website. Bring a copy of your receipt and convert it into tickets at the box office. Our delightful tour guide Karen lead an informative and enjoyable tour, and was exceptionally kind to children in the group.
3. Quartier de l'Opera
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4.5 based on 324 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
The outstanding Palace de Garnier, or the Opera house is absolutely the main attraction here, jaw dropping both inside and outside (see that review). Besides it, this neighborhood is home to the famous department stores, Galleries Laffayete being the biggest one, as well many restaurants, hotels and designer shops. Certainly an area to explore.
4. Musee Gustave Moreau
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4.5 based on 369 reviews
This museum features the work of 19th century artist Gustave Moreau.
Reviewed By Taxidevil - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Gustave Moreau was a symbolist. I found his paintings fascinating and his drawings shows what a master he was. A visit takes you through his living quarters and then up into his studio. We bought a joint ticket which included the Jean- Jacques Henner museum - a very different painter.
5. Passage Jouffroy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 262 reviews
One of the most popular shopping arcades in Paris, Passage Jouffroy features unique shops specializing in paper and antique books. Don't leave without trying the pastries at patisserie Le Valentin.
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
One of our favourite things to do on a rainy day was visit the covered passages, this one, (built in 1845) is a little plain, however, has the bestest book store.
6. Passage Verdeau
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4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By TV2451
This passage is very short in length, but worth o visit for its style and grace. A few unique shops plus some places for coffee or lunch. Your stroll will take you off the street and away from the traffic which was the point when it was created.
7. Theatre Fontaine
8. Eglise Saint-Eugene - Sainte-Cecile
9. La Grande Comedie
10. Musee de la Franc-Maconnerie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Venture797295 - New York City, United States
Expect to spend between 1-2 hours at this great museum. Despite the fact that it has only one floor (for not initiated members) to explore, the abundance of information, artifacts, and masterpieces is substantial. You don't have to be at the 33 degree to have a unique cultural, historical, and philosophical experience.
