Paris is one of the gay capitals of Europe and Le Marais is the district where most of the gay scene is happening. It has been the first city to elect an openly gay mayor and it is one of the most visited cities in the world.

The part of Paris where the biggest part of the gay scene is concentrated is in Le Marais, the historical center of Paris. Le Marais is actually one of the most hip and expensive areas to live in Paris. It is definitely one of the places to be in France's capital as of now. Classical style buildings, parks, busy street life and the many small shops, restaurants and other businesses give Le Marais a very special, comfortable ambiance that is very typical for Paris. The gay scene in Paris is one of the biggest in Europe and Le Marais is at the fore front of it, boasting more than 300 gay bars, clubs and restaurants.

Especially gay nightlife spots are located in Le Marais area and many people flock there every night to lounge, dine or dance the night away.
Paris never gets boring as there are so many things to see and do. Nightlife in Paris starts late and the gay clubs in Le Marais area are no exception. Unlike other countries, in Paris you will hardly see anybody going out before midnight. This time is reserved for an extensive dinner or warm up with friends. Later on, the clubs in Le Marais get more lively and at midnight start getting very busy.

The best way to reach any place in le Marais, if walking is not an option is to take a taxi or the Metro. The Metro will not operate at night though. After about 0:30, there are no subways anymore until the next morning at about 6. Many people going out are using the Metro so the best thing to do is to stay at the club or bar until the first train comes (or longer that is). It is no problem to go out in Paris until 5, 6 7 or whatever the night allows.

After a tiring night out, no place is better on earth than Paris for a healthy brunch the next day. Sit in one of the stylish cafes, enjoy the great food with the delicious many local specialties and zip on a Mimosa, Champagne mixed with orange juice, the ever popular drink in France.

Dining options can be found plenty in Paris and it is probably one of the best cities in the world if you like food. French cuisine, with its sophisticated and artful creations is also a feast for the eyes. You will find many small and big restaurants in Le Marais covering a wide range of French but also International food. All of the restaurants understand it very well to keep that familiar local feel to it.

Le Marais has a wide range of gay nightlife spots concentrated here. Although it was not always the place to be for gay people, in the last years it has quickly evolved to be the main spot for gay clubs, bars and restaurants.

French people are very tolerant, especially in Paris, and here are no hotels that are not gay friendly.
Besides being the hotspot for gay people, Le Marais also holds the biggest Jewish community in Paris. You will find many Jewish shops and restaurants. Why not try out the L'As du Fallafel restaurant, Paris most famous Falafel restaurant which is located on 32 rue des Rosiers.
For French food, you could go to the delicious Les Epicuriens du Marais on 19 rue Commines or the excellent Restaurant Au 7 which can be found on 7 rue de l'Ave Maria. At the Restaurant Au 7 you can try some of the real local specialties including snails or Foie Gras.

Accommodation can be found close to Le Marais and we have collected some Le Marais hotels for you that are conveniently located and from which it is easy to go to Le Marais:

1. Bastille de Launay Hotel 2 stars

2. Beaumarchais Hotel 3 stars

3. New Hotel Candide 3 stars

4. Pavillon Bastille Hotel 3 stars

5. Relais de Paris Gare De Lyon Hotel 2 stars

6. Relais De Paris Lyon Bastille Hotel 2 stars

7. Standard Design Hotel 3 stars