Duration
40 minutes
Best Time
Afternoon
Price
Free
Setting
Outdoor
About Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine
Historic artisan street stretching from Place de la Bastille eastward. Since the 17th century, this was the furniture-makers' quarter - and the hidden courtyards (cours) branching off the main street still house workshops, design studios, and tiny galleries. Explore Cour Damoye, Passage du Chantier, and Cour de l'Industrie.
Insider Tips
The courtyards are unmarked - look for arched stone doorways between shops. Cour Damoye (at #12) is the most photogenic; Passage du Chantier (at #133) still has working craftspeople. Many close on Sundays.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, Paris, צרפת
Neighborhood
Bastille / OberkampfNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 40 minutes.
Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine is in the Bastille / Oberkampf neighborhood of Paris. The address is Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, Paris, צרפת. The area is well-served by metro.
Yes, entry is free. There may be optional paid exhibits or activities, but the main experience costs nothing.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Check the weather forecast and dress in layers, especially in shoulder seasons.
Nearby in Bastille / Oberkampf
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