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16e Arrondissement

Passy

Trocadéro · Auteuil · Bois de Boulogne

Best For
Museum lovers (Palais de Tokyo, Musée Marmottan), those seeking the iconic Trocadéro views, and visitors who appreciate elegant, quiet neighborhoods.
Avoid If
You want nightlife, trendy dining, or a bustling atmosphere — this is residential and conservative.
Nightlife
Very Low
Best Time
Sunrise or sunset at Trocadéro for Eiffel Tower views
Insider Tip
The Trocadéro at sunrise is magical and nearly empty. The Musée Marmottan has the world's largest Monet collection and is never crowded.
The Vibe

Paris's wealthiest arrondissement —
elegant, refined, and decidedly bourgeois.

Developed as a wealthy residential area in the 19th century, the 16th has maintained its exclusive character. The 1937 World's Fair transformed Trocadéro into one of the city's great architectural set pieces. The Musée Marmottan holds the world's largest Monet collection, yet rarely draws the crowds of the Orsay.

Quiet, refined, and wealthy. Beautiful Haussmannian architecture but can feel subdued after dark. This is not a neighborhood for nightlife or spontaneity. Come for the museums, the parks, and the Trocadéro at sunrise — arguably the best view of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Insider Tip
The Trocadéro at sunrise is magical and nearly empty. The Musée Marmottan has the world's largest Monet collection and is never crowded.
Walking Tips
Start at Trocadéro for photos, walk through the Passy area, visit Musée Marmottan, and end at La Muette for excellent pastries.
Key Landmarks
TrocadéroPalais de TokyoMusée Marmottan MonetBois de BoulogneRoland Garros
Metro Stations
TrocadéroPassyLa MuettePorte Dauphine
Hidden Gems
  • Musée Marmottan Monet — best Monet collection, rarely crowded
  • Rue de Passy — elegant shopping street
  • Cité de l'Architecture — incredible architecture museum at Trocadéro
  • Fondation Le Corbusier — modernist architecture gems
Where to Go

Venues we recommend.

Venue recommendations coming soon for this arrondissement.

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