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PARIS 19TH DISTRICT
Key numbers
8 161 €
Price per meter squared
The cheapest in all of Paris!
184 156
Population
6,8 km²
Area
Unusual and unmissable places
La Villette Underground
Hidden away in a former abattoir, La Villette Underground offers an unusual cinematic experience. This independent cinema screens cult classics and independent films in an intimate, alternative setting.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
This large park, designed in the English landscape style, features an artificial lake, grottoes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge and numerous green spaces for relaxing or picnicking.
La Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Europe's largest science museum, the museum features interactive exhibits, planetarium shows and IMAX projections, making it an ideal place to learn and have fun, whatever your age.
Canal de l'Ourcq
This picturesque canal is popular with locals and tourists alike. You can take a leisurely stroll, hire a boat or enjoy a drink in one of the many waterside cafés and restaurants.
Paris Philharmonic
This modern concert hall is home to the Orchestre de Paris and hosts classical, jazz and world music concerts.
La Villette Underground
Hidden away in a former abattoir, La Villette Underground offers an unusual cinematic experience. This independent cinema screens cult classics and independent films in an intimate, alternative setting.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
This large park, designed in the English landscape style, features an artificial lake, grottoes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge and numerous green spaces for relaxing or picnicking.
La Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Europe's largest science museum, the museum features interactive exhibits, planetarium shows and IMAX projections, making it an ideal place to learn and have fun, whatever your age.
Canal de l'Ourcq
This picturesque canal is popular with locals and tourists alike. You can take a leisurely stroll, hire a boat or enjoy a drink in one of the many waterside cafés and restaurants.
Paris Philharmonic
This modern concert hall is home to the Orchestre de Paris and hosts classical, jazz and world music concerts.
La Villette Underground
Hidden away in a former abattoir, La Villette Underground offers an unusual cinematic experience. This independent cinema screens cult classics and independent films in an intimate, alternative setting.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
This large park, designed in the English landscape style, features an artificial lake, grottoes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge and numerous green spaces for relaxing or picnicking.
La Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Europe's largest science museum, the museum features interactive exhibits, planetarium shows and IMAX projections, making it an ideal place to learn and have fun, whatever your age.
Canal de l'Ourcq
This picturesque canal is popular with locals and tourists alike. You can take a leisurely stroll, hire a boat or enjoy a drink in one of the many waterside cafés and restaurants.
Paris Philharmonic
This modern concert hall is home to the Orchestre de Paris and hosts classical, jazz and world music concerts.
La Villette Underground
Hidden away in a former abattoir, La Villette Underground offers an unusual cinematic experience. This independent cinema screens cult classics and independent films in an intimate, alternative setting.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
This large park, designed in the English landscape style, features an artificial lake, grottoes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge and numerous green spaces for relaxing or picnicking.
La Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Europe's largest science museum, the museum features interactive exhibits, planetarium shows and IMAX projections, making it an ideal place to learn and have fun, whatever your age.
Canal de l'Ourcq
This picturesque canal is popular with locals and tourists alike. You can take a leisurely stroll, hire a boat or enjoy a drink in one of the many waterside cafés and restaurants.
Paris Philharmonic
This modern concert hall is home to the Orchestre de Paris and hosts classical, jazz and world music concerts.
La Villette Underground
Hidden away in a former abattoir, La Villette Underground offers an unusual cinematic experience. This independent cinema screens cult classics and independent films in an intimate, alternative setting.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
This large park, designed in the English landscape style, features an artificial lake, grottoes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge and numerous green spaces for relaxing or picnicking.
La Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Europe's largest science museum, the museum features interactive exhibits, planetarium shows and IMAX projections, making it an ideal place to learn and have fun, whatever your age.
Canal de l'Ourcq
This picturesque canal is popular with locals and tourists alike. You can take a leisurely stroll, hire a boat or enjoy a drink in one of the many waterside cafés and restaurants.
Paris Philharmonic
This modern concert hall is home to the Orchestre de Paris and hosts classical, jazz and world music concerts.
La Villette Underground
Hidden away in a former abattoir, La Villette Underground offers an unusual cinematic experience. This independent cinema screens cult classics and independent films in an intimate, alternative setting.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
This large park, designed in the English landscape style, features an artificial lake, grottoes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge and numerous green spaces for relaxing or picnicking.
La Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Europe's largest science museum, the museum features interactive exhibits, planetarium shows and IMAX projections, making it an ideal place to learn and have fun, whatever your age.
Canal de l'Ourcq
This picturesque canal is popular with locals and tourists alike. You can take a leisurely stroll, hire a boat or enjoy a drink in one of the many waterside cafés and restaurants.
Paris Philharmonic
This modern concert hall is home to the Orchestre de Paris and hosts classical, jazz and world music concerts.
Did you know?
Duck race
Every year, the "Canalathlon" turns the Canal de l'Ourcq into a race track for a zany race of non-motorized craft boats.
Celebrities
Édith Piaf (1915-1963)
The legendary French singer lived in the Belleville district during her childhood.
Jean Cocteau (1889-1963)
This influential poet, playwright and filmmaker lived in the neighborhood for some time.
Émile Zola (1840-1902)
The famous novelist lived in the Rue de Tourtille in the 19th arrondissement while writing some of his masterpieces.
Victor Hugo (1802-1885)
Although not a permanent resident, the famous author spent time in the borough and even mentioned it in his novel Les Misérables.
Marie Curie (1867-1934)
The Nobel Prize-winning scientist lived in the 19th arrondissement with her husband Pierre Curie while working at Sorbonne University.
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