Looking for the most Instagrammable places in Paris? Look no further as this post contains a list of the 30 best Paris Instagram spots along with their exact location on the map to help you snap perfect Paris photos.
Paris has been crowned the most romantic city in the world many times. Apart from exuding a romantic atmosphere, it is also one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities in the world. The city of light is also famous for its high-quality gastronomy and a lot of cute cafes. It is practically impossible to go to Paris without coming back with a full camera roll.
During my 5 days in Paris, I absolutely fell in love with the city and I can’t wait to go back again in the future to explore more of my Paris Bucket list. From world-class museums, architecture, cute cafes, & Disneyland, there are tons of photo spots in Paris to keep you busy during your visit.
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Before starting with the list of Instagram spots in Paris, I would like to mention that even if you are short on time and have only around 2 days to get the feel of the city, you can still cover much ground and see many of Paris’s top landmarks by taking a discover bus tour with an audio guide. This hop on hop off bus tour takes you to the top 10 beautiful places in Paris.
You can also enjoy a guided walking tour navigating Paris’s highlight from Louvre museum to Notre Dame, the options are endless.
Most Instagrammable Places in Paris with Eiffel Tower Views
1. Place Du Trocadero
Located in the 16th arrondissement in Paris, Place Du Trocadero is a large open space located across the Seine river offering the best view of the Eiffel Tower. It is definitely one place that you can’t miss in Paris and is the most popular place to take photos with Eiffel Tower in the background. Because of its popularity, Trocadero is always crowded so don’t be surprised to see proposals, pre-wedding photoshoots, or even private photoshoots going on.
Despite all this, there are so many unique photo opportunities at Trocadero so take a stroll around the area. To take some of your best photos in Paris check out the staircase of Trocadero, the open space at the Palais de Chaillot area, the Trocadero garden, and the Fountain of Warsaw, which combines 20 water cannons.
How to reach Trocadero
No matter which arrondissement you are staying in Paris, getting to Trocadero is the easiest. You can take a taxi for a hassle-free but expensive ride or you can use a metro. Line 6 and 9 take you to the Trocadero metro station which is the closest to the area and a 2 min walk to Trocadero.
Best Time to visit Trocadero
The best time to visit Trocadero is at sunrise when the sky is beautiful in color or early morning when the light is gorgeous. Since there are many spots here to take pictures visiting at sunrise gives you ample time for photography. You can also come here at sunset but the area will be crowded so you might have to find a quiet place to enjoy.
Opening Hours
Since it’s an open area at the site of Palais de Chaillot, it is open 24 hours every day unless mentioned otherwise in case of a private event.
Cost to Visit
Trocadero is free to visit and all the surrounding areas of the complex including the gardens are also free.
Google Map Location: Trocadero Area
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: I highly recommend visiting Trocadero early in the morning (around sunrise) if you are a photographer or want photos with beautiful light. Since Trocadero is the most famous photo spot in Paris you have to be extra vigilant and careful of your belongings. This place is a hub for pickpockets and is known for theft. Hold on tight to your camera and never leave your belongings on the floor.
2. Rue de l’Université
Rue de l’Université is one of the prettiest streets in Paris located in the 7th arrondissement because you can have a view of the Eiffel Tower from this street. This is one of my favorite Eiffel Tower Photo spots in Paris and a must-visit. This cobbled stone street is surrounded by apartments on both sides so it gives the photos an aesthetic symmetry making it a dream for photographers.
The street is quite long so the exact coordinates of the spot where you need to be are 48.859626,2.296138. This might be the most Instagrammable street in Paris.
How to reach Rue de l’Université
After you finish taking pictures at Trocadero, you can walk to 225 Rue de l’Université as it is only 12 mins walk from Trocadero. In case you want to take public transport then bus stop 42 Monttessuy is just 3 mins walking to 225 Rue de l’Université. Metro lines 8 and 13 will also take to Rue de l’Université depending on where you are taking the subway from.
Best Time to visit Rue de l’Université
Since this street is not too wide and it is a residential area too so I recommend coming here early morning. You might still see a few photographers early in the morning but this time is your best bet to take some beautiful pictures without people in it.
Opening Hours
There is no opening hour for this street as it is always open however be mindful because people live in the apartments.
Cost to Visit
As it is a street it’s absolutely free to visit.
Google Map Location: 225 Rue de l’Université
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: You need to have a wide-angle lens to take pictures here so that the apartments on both sides along with the full Eiffel tower can fit in the frame. Also, If you have a portrait lens then it will be a plus as you can get some really beautiful portrait shots here.
3. Avenue de Camoens
Avenue de Camoens is a quiet cobblestone street offering fantastic views of the Eiffel tower along with the french architecture. This street is quite famous in the fashion industry and you might be able to witness a fashion photoshoot here but it isn’t extremely famous amongst the tourists as the nearby location Trocadero.
Even if the place is filled with people, you can still have your empty shot with a little patience.
How to reach Avenue de Camoens
The easiest way to reach Avenue de Camoens is to take a metro. Metro line 6 to Passy subway station is the closest to Avenue de Camoens and only a 5-6 min walk. Bus no 30 stops at Bir-Hakeim and from there it is about a 12-15 mins walk.
Best Time to visit Avenue de Camoens
The best time to visit Avenue de Camoens is in the morning before the light becomes too harsh but if that isn’t possible then anytime is good.
Google Map Location: Avenue de Camoens
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Visit Avenue de Camoens before 8 am if you don’t want the sun to be directly in your photos or you can visit here later in the evening when the sun has moved in the opposite direction away from your camera angle giving you a soft glow in photos.
4. Pont de Bir Hakeim
Pont de Bir Hakeim famously known as the “inception” bridge appeared in the movie inception and gained popularity so fast that it is almost impossible to visit Paris and not visit this stunning bridge. Pont de Bir Hakeim is one of the beautiful bridges in Paris that offers a great view of the Seine river and of the Eiffel tower.
It is 2 level bridge where the upper level is used by metro line 6 and the lower level is used by vehicles. The center path right below the bridge is for bicycles and for pedestrians. One of the most beautiful angles to photograph here is to stand on the center path focusing on the architecture of the bridge. There are several other spots at Pont de Bir Hakeim to photograph and all of them are truly stunning.
How to reach Pont de Bir Hakeim
Metro line 6 goes to Bir-Hakeim subway station and you will get off right at the bridge. Walk around 1-2 mins towards the center of the bridge to reach the spot where you can take photos.
Best Time to visit Pont de Bir Hakeim
The best time to visit Pont de Bir Hakeim is at sunrise when there are colors in the sky to get the perfect picture of the Eiffel tower. Sunrise also ensures no people or fewer people so that you can have the bridge to yourself.
Google Map Location: Pont de Bir Hakeim
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: If you can’t visit this bridge at sunrise then definitely visit in the morning as sunset can be really crowded here. You can still work out the angle of the Eiffel Tower at sunset but you will get no space to take photos inside the bridge to show the beautiful architecture. The bicycles will constantly be in your way.
5. Pont D’lena
Pont D’lena is a 19th-century bridge over the Seine river and it offers a view of the Eiffel Tower up close. Though the bridge is nothing spectacular, it’s the view and the proximity to the Eiffel Tower that makes it special. You may have seen thousands of photos of the Eiffel Tower on social media shining at night where people are standing close to it, it is Pont D’lena where people are.
How to reach Pont D’lena
You can take Bus no 30 or 82 and get off at the Tour Eiffel bus stop which is the closest to the bridge or you can take bus 72 and get off at the Pont D’lena bus stop depending on where you are coming from.
Best Time to visit Pont D’lena
If you want to have stunning shots with the Eiffel Tower then visit here during the golden hour in the morning but to enjoy this place like a tourist, visit again at night to see the Eiffel tower sparkle. It’s a whole different mood that time.
Google Map Location: Pont D’lena
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Though Pont D’lena is charming any time of the day but you have to be at the bridge during sunset and again late at night to see the Eiffel Tower in its full glory when it shines.
6. Champ de Mars
Champs de Mars is a peaceful green space located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. It can be accessed freely and offers the most beautiful view of the capital’s landmark monument. You can relax, walk, picnic and play in the garden while marveling at the Eiffel Tower.
How to reach Champ de Mars
The closest stop is Champ de Mars-Tour Eiffel (RER Line C). If you’re taking the metro, the nearest station is Ecole Militaire (Line 8).
Best Time to visit Champ de Mars
You can visit here any time of the day but sunrise and sunsets are just so special, even early mornings are beautiful.
Google Map Location: Champ de Mars
7. Carousel of the Eiffel Tower
A classic carousel with rides on horses and a backdrop of the Iron lady, what else to ask for? This carousel is a coveted spot for taking pictures so might as well dress nicely to enjoy the carousel and snap that photo.
How to reach the Carousel of the Eiffel Tower
You can take Bus no 30 or 82 and get off at the Tour Eiffel bus stop which is the closest to the Carousel or you can take bus 72 and get off at the Pont D’lena bus stop depending on where you are coming from. The carousel is at the end of the Pont D’lena bridge near the Eiffel tower.
Best Time to visit the Carousel of the Eiffel Tower
The best time to visit the Carousel of the Eiffel Tower is before it opens so that you can take a picture without people in it. Stay there till it opens so that you can enjoy the ride.
Opening Hours
The Carousel of the Eiffel Tower opens from 10 am – 8 pm.
Cost to Visit
Google Map Location: Carousel of the Eiffel Tower
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Be extremely careful of your belongings here as this area is the most touristy area in Paris and theft is common here.
8. Port Debilly
Port Debilly is a marina located right next to Pont D’lena bridge on both sides. It is a beautiful spot especially during sunset if you want to have a picnic with the view of the Eiffel tower while the sun is going down. As it is much less busy than the tourist-filled spots of Trocadero, this might be one of the best photography spots in Paris for sure.
Since Seine river flows along with Port Debilly, another great option to enjoy the evening would be to ride one of the romantic evening Seine River cruises with dinner.
How to reach Port Debilly
Take bus 72 and get off at the Pont D’lena bus stop. Port Debilly is in front of it so you can choose which side of the river you want to be on.
Best Time to visit Port Debilly
As I have mentioned that the best time to visit Port Debilly is definitely sunset as you can enjoy the picnic or just sit there for a while to soak in the views. You can enjoy the Eiffel Tower sparkling at night from Port Debilly.
Google Map Location: Port Debilly
Other Paris Instagram Spots
9. Louvre Museum
Musée du Louvre or Louvre Museum is located in the 1st arrondissement in Paris and is the world’s most visited museum. It is a historic landmark in Paris & is home to some of the best artworks including the famous painting of the Mona Lisa.
There are multiple rooms in the Louvre museum with thousands of artwork, paintings, and sculptures inside so allow at least 3-4 hrs for your visit and wear comfortable shoes as you will need to walk a lot inside the museum.
You can take photos and videos inside the gallery of the permanent collection in the museum but in the temporary exhibition gallery, certain art or works might be not allowed to take photos of. Also, selfie sticks and flashlights are not allowed at all.
How to reach Louvre
The two nearest Métro stations to Louvre are Louvre-Rivoli and Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre.
Best Time to visit Louvre
The best time to visit the Louvre is on Wednesday and Friday evenings when the museum is open until 9:45 pm. Try to schedule your visit after 3 pm for fewer people inside. To take photographs, I highly recommend visiting the Louvre pyramids at sunrise.
Opening Hours
The museum is open daily except for Tuesday. The opening hours are from 9 am – 6 pm on all days except Friday. On Friday, the museum is open from 9 am – 9:45 pm.
Cost to Visit
The grounds of the Louvre (where the pyramids are), are free to enter but the museum tickets start from €17 and vary on whether you just want an entry ticket or a guided tour. Book your tickets according to your requirements below.
Google Map Location: Louvre Museum
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: There are four Louvre entrances: I. M. Pei Pyramid, Carrousel du Louvre, Passage Richelieu, and Porte des Lions (temporarily closed since 2019). Book a timed slot ticket (below) to guarantee your admission to the museum and reach the museum 15 mins before your designated entry time. If you miss your visit time, it will be harder to enter the museum.
ENTRY TICKETS:
SKIP THE LINE GUIDED TOUR TICKETS:
10. Arc de Triomphe
One of the most iconic landmarks, Arc de Triomphe de l’Etoile is a symbol of French national identity that honors those who fought and died for France during the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. The names of all French victories and generals are inscribed on its inner and outer surfaces. Under its vault lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the First World War.
The top of Arc de Triomphe can be accessed via a staircase or lift. An observation deck is located at the top & you can see panoramic views of the entire city with one of the best views of the Eiffel tower. Do not confuse Arc de Triomphe with Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel which is close to Louvre.
How to reach Arc de Triomphe
Take the metro line 1,2 or 6 and get off at Charles de Gaulle Etoile.
Best Time to visit Arc de Triomphe
Both Sunrise & Sunset are good times to visit Arc de Triomphe for photography depending on what kind of light you are interested in. If you want to enjoy the shimmering lights of the city coming to life then sunset is better.
Opening Hours
Arc de Triomphe is open every day from 10 am – 10:30 pm.
Cost to Visit
To go to the top of Arc de Triomphe, the entrance ticket is 13 euros. The line can get really long here so it is best to secure your skip the line online tickets from here.
Google Map Location: Arc de Triomphe
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Usually the roundabout “Rond Point de l’Etoile” is super busy, but you can always manage to take some pictures with fewer cars if you are patient enough.
11. Pinky Bloom Paris
Pinky Bloom Cafe is one of the prettiest cafes in Paris and you have to see this place to believe it. This pink-colored cafe along with its pink floral decor is a hidden Instagram spot in Paris. If you are someone who loves Pink then this cafe is heaven for you. The food and drinks are equally pretty and delicious which makes this cafe even more amazing.
A few years ago the outside facade of Pinky Bloom was equally beautiful as the inside but now only the inside looks mind-blowing. I highly recommend getting your reservation in advance as the cafe gives first priority to the reservation and in case someone cancels then only walk-ins are allowed.
How to reach Pinky Bloom Cafe
The closest subway station is Passy so take line 6 and get off at Passy station. It’s a 3 min walk to the cafe from Passy metro station. If the bus is more comfortable then take bus 72 and get off at Le Notre which is only 1 min walk to Pinky Bloom Cafe.
Best Time to visit Pinky Bloom Cafe
The best time to visit this place if you want to have videos and photos without no one or just a few people is to get the first time slot in the reservation. If you can’t do that then feel free to get the reservation timing of your convenience.
Opening Hours
Pinky Bloom cafe is open every day except Monday. The opening hours from Tuesday to Saturday are 1130 am – 11:00 pm and on Sunday, it is open from 11:30 am – 8 pm.
Google Map Location: Pinky Bloom Paris
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Pinky Bloom cafe is really small from the inside and people sit close to each other so I recommend coming as a group of 4 with the opening time slot reservation. With a group of 4, you will get a high table with a mirror on one side giving you the freedom to take with less to no people in your pictures. According to me, this particular table is the prettiest in the whole cafe.
12. Sacré-Cœur
Located at the summit of Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur is a beautiful Roman Catholic Church with a stunning view across Paris city. Coeur means heart in French & there is a big fence in front of this basilica where you can leave a love lock with your partner. Sacre-Coeur is also included in every Montmartre walking tour as it is one of the top 10 must-see attractions in Paris along with being one of the most Instagrammable places in Montmartre.
There are so many ways & angles to take pictures of Sacre Coeur & it looks absolutely amazing from any angle. Walk around the Sacre Couer to see & shoot it from every possible angle & wear comfortable shoes.
How to reach Sacré-Cœur
Anvers is the closest Metro station to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, so take line 2 and hop off here for a short 8 mins walk to reach the basilica. You can also get off at Abbesses Station (line 12), or Blanche Station (line 2). Alternatively, you can also use bus 40 to get off at the Utrillo bus stop which is the closest to Sacre Coeur.
Best Time to visit Sacré-Cœur
Sacre Coeur gets a lot of visitors so it is worth it to visit here early morning to take your pictures. I would also suggest coming back here at sunset to enjoy the view of the city.
Opening Hours
Sacre Coeur opens from 6:30 am – 10:30 pm but the dome of Sacre Coeur can only be visited between 10.30 am to 8.30 pm.
Cost to Visit
Entrance to Sacre Coeur is free however if you want to explore the dome of Sacre Couer and the crypt, you need to buy tickets that cost €8 per person.
Google Map Location: Sacre Coeur Basilica
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: If you want to enjoy the beauty of Sacre Coeur & the surrounding area in peace, start your morning before sunrise.
13. Sacre Coeur Carousel
Sacre Coeur Carousel or Carrousel de Saint-Pierre is located at the base of the Sacre Coeur basilica in the tiny place of Saint-Pierre in Montmartre. It is a traditional, double-decker carousel that offers a beautiful view of the basilica making it one of the best photo spots in Montmartre.
After you are done at Sacre Coeur, reach the carousel to take some stunning pictures.
How to reach Sacre Coeur Carousel
Anvers is the closest Metro station to the Sacré-Cœur Carousel, so take line 2 and hop off here for a short 3 mins walk to reach the Carousel.
Best Time to visit Sacre Coeur Carousel
The best time to visit Carrousel de Saint-Pierre for photos is in the morning when the light is beautiful and the carousel is empty.
Opening Hours
Carrousel de Saint-Pierre is open every day from 10 am – 7 pm.
Google Map Location: Carousel de Saint Pierre
14. La Favourite Cafe
La Favourite Cafe at 6 Rue de Rivoli is one of the cutest cafes in Paris and also one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris. If you love pretty facades, colorful decor, good food & great drinks then you can’t miss this cafe. As pretty as it looks from the outside, the inside is decorated beautifully too.
How to reach La Favourite Cafe
Take line 1 and get off at Saint Paul subway station which is the closest to La Favourite Cafe and it only takes 1 min walk to reach here.
Best Time to visit La Favourite Cafe
For photos, I recommend visiting at 7:45 am to have no people in the background but if you want to add some charm and character to your photos, I suggest visiting in the evening.
Opening Hours
La Favourite Cafe opens daily from 8 am – 2 am.
Google Map Location: La Favourite Cafe
15. Petit Palais
Petit Palais is the Paris museum of fine arts and is located in the heart of the city in the 8th arrondissement. The architecture of the museum is beautiful but the most stunning part of Petit Palais is its gorgeous main gate also known as the golden gate. It is one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris that you absolutely shouldn’t miss taking photos at.
How to reach Petit Palais
Metro line 1 and 13 takes you to the subway station Champs-Élysées – Clemenceau which is the closest to Petit Palais and it only takes a 3-4 mins walk to reach the golden gate. You can also take bus 93 and hop off at the Grand Palais bus stop.
Best Time to visit Petit Palais
The best time to take photos at Petit Palais is in the morning before the sun’s rays hit the gate.
Google Map Location: Petit Palais
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Since it’s an easy location to shoot at, wear a stunning gown and see the magic happening in pictures.
16. Pont Alexandre III
Pont Alexandre III is a deck-arched bridge and one of the best places to take pictures in Paris, especially at sunset. It is the most ornate and extravagant bridge in the city of Paris and my personal favorite bridge too. It also has a stunning view of the Eiffel tower which is a bonus.
The bridge is really close to the golden gate of Petit Palais so you can visit here after you are done taking photos at Petit Palais.
How to reach Pont Alexandre III
Take the metro line 8 or 13 or train C and get off at Invalides station which is a 7 min walk to reach the bridge. You can also take bus 72 or bus 93 to reach Pont Alexandre III.
Best Time to visit Pont Alexandre III
The best time to visit Pont Alexandre III is during the golden hour and sunset when the light falls on the bridge making it shine.
Google Map Location: Pont Alexandre III
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: There are many angles to take photographs at Pont Alexandre III bridge so give yourself ample time to roam around and find the beautiful angles.
17. Palais Royal
Palais Royal is a former Royal Palace located next to Louvre and is a great place to see with a pretty garden and a stunning corridor with stripe columns. These black and white stripe columns make the corridor of Palais Royal one of the most unique photo spots in Paris.
How to reach Palais Royal
Take line 1 or 7 to Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre metro station and walk for 3 min to reach Palais Royal.
Best Time to visit Palais Royal
The best time to visit Palais Royal is in the morning. Visit the Louvre museum first and then come straight to this place to have it to yourself for a while.
Opening Hours
The Palais Royal garden is open from 8 am – 10 pm and the Palais Royal is open from 8 am – 10:30 pm.
Cost to visit
Entry to the monument is free except for temporary special events.
Google Map Location: Palais Royal
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Wear something stylish like colorful pants to have the best pictures.
18. Palais Garnier
Palais Garnier or Opera Garnier is one of the most beautiful & grand places to visit in Paris. It is a 19th-century masterpiece of Neo-Baroque Architecture and the best way to enjoy it is to attend a performance.
The Grand Foyer is the most stunning room inside the Palais Granier and is 18 meters high, 154 meters long, and 13 meters wide. It was inspired by the Hall of Mirrors inside the Palace of Versailles. You have to see this place to believe it, no wonder it is one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris.
How to reach Palais Garnier
The closest metro station is the Opera station and you can take lines 3, 7, or 8 to reach Palais Garnier.
Best Time to visit Palais Garnier
I recommend visiting Palais Garnier as soon as it opens to encounter fewer crowds or later in the afternoon closer to closing time.
Opening Hours
The opening time of Palais Garnier is from 10 am until 5 Pm.
Cost to visit
Tickets to the public areas of the Palais Garnier include access to any temporary exhibitions and cost €14 for adults or €10 for visitors aged between 12 and 25. and audio guide costs €6.50 extra. Secure your online entry tickets here.
Google Map Location: Palais Garnier
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: You need to have a lot of patience while shooting at Grand Foyer (shown here) as this place is almost always crowded.
19. Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame is a medieval Catholic cathedral in the 4th arrondissement of Paris and is a classic example of french gothic architecture. While you can no longer go inside as it is under construction, you can still take pictures from the outside. Since there are barriers if you go right up to Notre Dame, it is better to be creative and capture it from a distance.
You can also join guided visits of Notre Dame Cathedral (exterior), the Sainte Chapelle and Ile de la Cité.
How to reach Notre Dame Cathedral
The Saint-Michel station is the nearest one to Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris. If you are using a bus then take either of these buses 47, 87, N15, or N22, and get off at Notre Dame Quai de Montebello bus stop.
Best Time to visit Notre Dame Cathedral
The best time to visit Notre Dame Cathedral is in the morning when the light is the best for photos but you can go anytime since you have to take photos from a distance.
Google Map Location: Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Capture your photos from the Petit Pont bridge which has a beautiful view of Notre Dame.
20. Sainte Chapelle
Sainte Chapelle is a 13th-century gothic church that is beautiful from both inside and outside and is a photographer’s dream. The high ceilings and the stained glass windows inside the church are nothing short of fascinating and beautiful! It’s definitely one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris.
How to reach Sainte Chapelle
You can take metro line 4 and get off at Cite station. Sainte Chapelle is just 1 min walk from here.
Best Time to visit Sainte Chapelle
The best time to visit Sainte Chapelle in Paris to capture the Sainte Chapelle’s Stained Glass windows is during the late afternoon or 1 hour before sunset. The light is so beautiful and mellow at that time and you will be able to see the glass in its full glory.
Opening Hours
Sainte Chapelle is open everyday from 9 am – 7 pm.
Cost to visit
Adults have to pay around €19 depending on the type of tour while children under 18 yrs enter for free when accompanied by adults. Get your tickets here and skip the line.
Google Map Location: Sainte Chapelle
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Since Sainte Chapelle is near Notre Dame, I recommend spending an afternoon strolling around and seeing both of these places along with Odette cafe & Shakespeare & Company.
21. La Maison Rose
La Maison Rose is one of the most aesthetic places in Paris that is just too beautiful to be missed. It is a cute little restaurant in Montmartre that has a well-earned reputation as one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris. It is not only famous for its pink facade and ivy wall but also because it’s at the top of one of the most quintessentially Montmartre-looking streets in the whole district.
How to reach La Maison Rose
Bus 40 takes you to Les Vignes and Saules Cortot, the 2 bus stops that are the closest to La Maison Rose. If you are using the metro then Lamarck – Caulaincourt station is the closest.
Best Time to visit La Maison Rose
Undoubtedly, the best time to visit La Maison Rose is at sunrise or early in the morning before they open. Sunset is also great here but it’s too crowded at that time.
Google Map Location: La Maison Rose
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: The owner of La Maison Rose doesn’t like people taking photos in front of their cafe so I highly recommend visiting here before they open.
22. Sinking house of Montmartre
The sinking house of Montmartre is a popular photo spot in Paris located right next to Sacre Coeur. No, it’s not actually sinking but it’s a fun optical illusion. Once you reach the steps of Sacre Coeur, you can see it on your right. The photos are usually taken from the grass by tilting the camera to the left making the house look like it’s sinking.
How to reach the Sinking house of Montmartre
Anvers is the closest Metro station to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, so take line 2 and hop off here for a short 8 mins walk to reach the basilica. As you will start walking the steps up to the basilica, you will see a beige and red building on your right-hand side, that’s the building known as the sinking house.
Best Time to visit the Sinking house of Montmartre
There is no best time to visit this place as such but it is always better to beat the crowds by being here in the morning.
23. Odette
The cafe culture in Paris is just amazing and Odette is no exception. It is one of the Paris Instagram spots that is pretty and certainly not to be missed if you love macarons. Their outdoor seating is limited but it adds to the feel of the Parisian quaint atmosphere. Add this pastry shop to your list of Instagrammable places in Paris if it’s not on it already.
How to reach Odette
Take metro line 10 and get off at Cluny La Sorbonne, Odette is just a 3 min walk from the metro station.
Best Time to visit Odette
Early morning is the best time to take photos here for better lighting and no one in the background but visiting here in the afternoon is okay too if you can be patient.
Google Map Location: Odette
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: I recommend taking photos with a few people sitting outside Odette to add some charm to your photos.
24. Le Consulat
Le Consulat is located right in the middle of Montmartre and is one of the most Instagrammable cafes in Paris with its red and green awning. It is a classic Parisian bistro with outdoor seating where the vibe is just so charming.
How to reach Le Consulat
Bus 40 taes you to Place du Tertre – Norvins which is the closest bus stop to Le Consulat. If you are using the metro then Lamarck – Caulaincourt station is the closest.
Best Time to visit Le Consulat
Since the area around Le Consulat is pretty small, I suggest visiting here early morning before the cafe opens to have your picture or you can visit right at the time of opening.
Google Map Location: Le Consulat
25. Jardin des Tuileries
There is no shortage of pretty gardens in Paris but what makes the Jardin des Tuileries one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris is the beauty of the fountain surrounded by the green chairs and the perfectly lined up trees framing the Louvre.
Tuileries Garden looks absolutely spectacular during fall when the leaves are orange.
How to reach Jardin des Tuileries
The garden has its own metro stop (Tuileries, on line 1). You can also access it easily from the Louvre (Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre on lines 1 and 7) or Place de la Concorde (Concorde on lines 1, 8, and 12).
Best Time to visit Jardin des Tuileries
The best time to visit Jardin des Tuileries is in the evening when the light is stunning and the garden looks even more alive in that light.
Opening Hours
The opening hours of the Tuileries Garden vary from season to season. Remember to check them before coming.
Cost to Visit
Entry is free all year round.
Google Map Location: Jardin des Tuileries
26. Moulin Rouge
Located in my favorite neighborhood Montmartre, Moulin Rouge is a famous landmark with its iconic red windmill. This quirky and colorful venue is one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris and is best known as the birthplace of the modern form of the can-can dance.
It is an essential Parisian experience to visit Moulin Rouge & watch a caberet show with champagne in hand that officially lasts for 2 hours. You can also get a luxury package with a 3 course dinner on a cruise, access to first floor of eiffel tower followed by a caberet show with champagne at Moulin Rouge.
How to reach Moulin Rouge
Take metro line 2 and get off at Blanche subway station, walk towards Moulin Rouge, it only takes 1 min to reach here.
Best Time to visit Moulin Rouge
You can visit Moulin Rouge anytime but visiting here in the evening is more beautiful when all the lights light up this gorgeous venue.
Google Map Location: Moulin Rouge
27. Wall of Love
Wall of Love is a dark blue colored wall within a park that has ‘I Love you’ written in multiple languages. It is one of the best photo spots in Paris to take a picture with the words in the language you speak. Definitely an interesting place and worth a visit.
How to reach the Wall of Love
Metro line 8 takes you to Abbesses subway station which is the closest to the Wall of Love. You can also take Bus number 40 which will drop you off at Abbesses bus stop.
Best Time to visit the Wall of Love
If you want to take a picture with no one then definitely visit here early in the morning otherwise any time is good to visit.
Google Map Location: Wall of Love
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Be extremely cautious of your belongings here as there are many pickpockets in this area.
28. Rue Crémieux
Rue Cremieux is a gorgeous street lined with beautiful colorful houses. If you love colorful places then this is the most Instagrammable place in Paris where you can take the best pictures. There isn’t anything interesting to do here so just walk around the street and be charmed by the beauty.
How to reach Rue Crémieux
You can take metro line 5 and get off at Quai de La Rapee station, walk towards Rue Cremieux which is just 6 mins away. Metro line 8 takes you to Ledro Rollin and from here, Rue Cremieux is 8 mins walk.
Best Time to visit Rue Crémieux
The best time to visit Rue Cremieux is at sunrise to quietly take pictures here without making any noise. Also, make sure to turn off the shutter sound so as to not disturb the residents.
Google Map Location: Rue Cremieux
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: The residents of this street don’t like tourists and Instagrammers taking pictures in front of their homes and disturbing them any time of the day so Don’t trespass if you see a board or sign saying no photos on this street.
29. Hotel De Ville
The Hotel de Ville is not a hotel as the name suggests but an impressive City Hall in the 4th arrondissement of Paris. The original building from 1535-1628 was burned down during the French Revolution but it was reconstructed in 1882.
It is one of the best photography spots in Paris because of its magnificent facade which is an architectural triumph. Along with this, the interior is just mind-blowing. The golden details on the ceiling and the stunning chandeliers give this place a royal feel. It looks similar to the room inside Palais Garnier but you can only visit the Hotel de Ville when a free exhibition is going on.
How to reach Hotel De Ville
The closest subway station is hotel de Ville and lines 1 and 11 will help you reach there.
Best Time to visit Hotel De Ville
You can visit here any time of the day as the place is huge and you will find a way to get an angle without a lot of people.
Opening Hours
Hotel de Ville opens from 8 am – 7:30 pm during the weekdays and is closed on Saturday & Sunday.
Google Map Location: Hotel De Ville
SUVARNA’S TRAVEL TIP: Not many people will know this, but you can actually visit the Hotel de Ville in Paris. There are many exhibitions hosted at the Hotel de Ville and during some times in the year, you will be able to take guided tours through the Hotel de Ville.
30. Metro Signs of Paris
The metro is a big part of Paris and so many people use it to get around the city because it is so convenient to use. It’s only in Paris that you can find classic vintage yet beautiful metro signs that will make you want to snap a quick photo. The most famous and widely photographed of these signs are the original Art Nouveau entrances designed by Hector Guimard.
So while you are looking for the best Instagram spots in Paris, don’t overlook these metro signs. Abbesses in Montmartre is the most popular and most photographed metro station entrance but you can get a gorgeous shot at so many of the other stations as well. Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre and Saint-Michel are the other two beautiful ones.
Google Map Location: Abbesses metro station, Palais Royal
Best Photography Tours in Paris
Being a city filled with amazing locations it is not hard to see why Paris is one of the most Instagrammable places in France. If you have less time in the city but you want to take best pictures in Paris then I highly recommend booking photography tours. Just bring your camera and have the best time.
1. Instagrammable Paris: Snapshots of the City – This personalised 3 hour tour will match you with a local Parisian guide based on your interests. Keeping in mind your personal answers, they will put together a fitting itinerary just for you.
2. Professional Photoshoot Outside the Louvre Museum – There are some places that deserves to have a photoshoot at and Louvre is one of them. Book an exclusive photoshoot with a photographer outside the Louvre Museum in Paris and your personal link to your pictures will be sent within 24 hours.
3. Professional Photoshoot at the Eiffel Tower – You can’t come to Paris without having a photoshoot with the Iron lady. Choose the kind of photoshoot you want from the 3 different packages and turn your visit into memories.
4. Instagrammable Photography Walking Tour – Find all of the hidden photo-worthy spots in Paris away from the large crowds by taking this 3 hour walking tour. Visit the Luxembourg Garden, the Eiffel Tower, and more.
5. Photo Walk in Montmartre – Discover off the beaten track in Montmartre and throughout the walk, the guide-photographer will advise you on how to use your camera & take the best photos.
Map of Instagrammable Places in Paris
Where to Stay in Paris
LUXURY – Brach Paris
Brach Paris is set in the 16th arr. of Paris within easy reach of the Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro. The suite with Terrace and Spa Bath is to die for because of the amazing views of the Eiffel Tower.
MID RANGE – Le 12 Hotel
Located in Paris’s 8th district, the brand-new Hotel Le 12 is just a 15-minute walk from Opéra Garnier and 20 mins from Louvre Museum. Some of their rooms have a view of the Eiffel tower and some have balconies too.
BUDGET – Hotel Eiffel Kensington
Set in the 7th district in Paris, Hôtel Eiffel Kensington is just an 8-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower and Champs de Mars Park. They also have a double room with a view of the Eiffel tower.
Final Thoughts
I hope this post helps you in visiting all the beautiful places in Paris and helps you plan the trip to Paris better. If you any questions then drop a comment and I will help you.
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