Quartier Pigalle: Paris's Infamous Red-Light District
Explore Pigalle: Paris's iconic district blending vibrant nightlife, artistic history, and modern trends at the foot of Montmartre.
Pigalle, nestled in the 9th and 18th arrondissements of Paris, is known for its vibrant nightlife, historical cabarets, and artistic past. Once a hub for artists like Picasso and Toulouse-Lautrec, it maintains a lively atmosphere with a mix of tourist attractions and historical charm.
A brief summary to Quartier Pigalle
- Paris, FR
Local tips
- Visit the Moulin Rouge: Experience a show at the world-famous cabaret, but book tickets in advance.
- Explore Montmartre: Take a short walk uphill to Montmartre and visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica for panoramic views of Paris.
- Wander the Rue des Martyrs: Discover vintage shops and boutiques in the South Pigalle (SoPi) area.
- Use public transport: Pigalle is well-connected by Metro lines 2 and 12, making it easy to get around.
- Enjoy the nightlife: Pigalle comes alive at night with numerous bars, clubs, and music venues.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Gare du Nord, take Metro line 2 directly to Pigalle station. The ride is approximately 15 minutes. A single ticket costs €2.10. Alternatively, bus line 302 also connects Gare du Nord to Pigalle.
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Taxi
From central Paris (e.g., Châtelet), a taxi to Pigalle takes about 10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay between €9 and €12. Taxi ranks are available, or ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt can be used.
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Walking
From the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Montmartre, walk down the hill towards Boulevard de Clichy. The walk is approximately 15 minutes. Follow the signs for Place Pigalle.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Pl. des Abbesses
0.3 km
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Rue des Abbesses
0.3 km
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Bd de Clichy
0.3 km
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Fresque Murale de Michael Jackson de Jo Di Bona
0.4 km
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Rue Lepic
0.4 km
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Place du Calvaire
0.5 km
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Arènes de Montmartre
0.5 km
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Rue Foyatier
0.5 km
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Fontaine
0.5 km
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2nd Statue du Chevalier de la Barre
0.5 km
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Appartement des frères Vincent et Théo van Gogh
0.5 km
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Blvd Marguerite de Rochechouart
0.5 km
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Place du Tertre
0.5 km
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Square Louise Michel
0.5 km
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Moulin Radet
0.6 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Fontaine Pigalle
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Place Pigalle
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Pigalle square
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Pl. Pigalle
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Madame Arthur
0.2 km
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Paris Art Walks
0.2 km
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Place Juliette-Drouet
0.2 km
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Chez Michou
0.2 km
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Theatre Fontaine
0.2 km
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Église Saint-Jean de Montmartre
0.2 km
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Les Fistons
0.2 km
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Théâtre de la Manufacture des Abbesses
0.2 km
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Nouvelle Eve
0.3 km
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South Pigalle
0.3 km
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Fontaine Wallace
0.3 km
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Essential places to dine
L'Annexe
0.4 km
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Signature
0.4 km
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La Vache et le Cuisinier
0.4 km
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La Taverne de Montmartre
0.5 km
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Un Zèbre à Montmartre
0.5 km
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Le Sanglier Bleu
0.5 km
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La Boîte aux Lettres
0.5 km
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Au Clair de la Lune
0.5 km
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Le Poulbot
0.6 km
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Le Coq & Fils - the Poultry House
0.6 km
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La Mère Catherine(Macaroon)
0.6 km
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ASPIC
0.6 km
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Chantoiseau
0.7 km
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Le Cabanon de la Butte
0.7 km
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Les Ambassades de Montmartre
0.9 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
L'Objet qui Parle
0.2 km
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Montmartre I love you
0.3 km
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You & Me Paris
0.3 km
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Émile et Ida
0.3 km
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Chinemachine
0.3 km
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Paris Duck Store
0.3 km
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La Boutique des Anges
0.4 km
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Moulin Rouge Boutique
0.4 km
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From Paris with Amour
0.5 km
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Au Paris Montmartre
0.5 km
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A St. Pierre de Montmartre
0.6 km
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Montmartre Village
0.6 km
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Le Monde en Couleurs
0.7 km
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Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
1.0 km
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Citadium
1.1 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Dirty Dick
0.1 km
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Heads or Tails
0.1 km
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Marlusse et lapin
0.2 km
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Les Deux Chauves
0.4 km
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Lux Bar
0.4 km
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Lost Generation
0.4 km
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Chez Camille
0.4 km
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Le Tagada Bar
0.4 km
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Pub Montmartre
0.5 km
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Le Très Particulier
0.7 km
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Au Clair de Lune
0.9 km
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Les Sardignac
1.1 km
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Venice Cocktail Bar
1.4 km
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Le Dirty Queen
1.5 km
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Buckingham Bar
1.5 km
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