Place de la Concorde, Paris: Photos, Reviews & Location

Major public square, scene of executions, decorated with fountains, statues & an Egyptian obelisk.

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#77 of 162 Tourist attractions in Paris #1 of 3 Plazas in Paris

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.50

1.5 km from the center of Paris

Rating breakdown

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75008 Paris, France

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What is the rating of Place de la Concorde?: Place de la Concorde is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 120,860 reviews.
How does Place de la Concorde rank in Paris?: Place de la Concorde is #77 of 162 Tourist attractions in Paris by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Place de la Concorde located?: 75008 Paris, France — 1.5 km from the center of Paris.
How can I contact Place de la Concorde?: Website: parisjetaime.com

Reviews (14)

Pranav Sanghadia 2024 Jan 09

I visited this place during the Christmas holidays, we walked to this place from our hotel in the evening, the Obelisk lights up at night, it looked beautiful!!! You can walk around and also see the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de triumph. A good place to take pictures and safe for kids and family.

Benjiamin Nicolau 2024 Jan 04

I'm not a great lover of architecture or antiquities, but once you leave the Louvrè museum your eyes will fall on the Parisian Caroselle and walking towards that part you will immerse yourself in a stupendous park full of fountains and sculptures that will prevent you from continuing, but if if you manage to get further down than the rides you will find yourself in front of some wonderful pieces of history plated in gold and sculpted by hand, truly breathtaking. But the most incredible thing is that it's all free. It's really something to do that I highly recommend!

Zongle 2023 Dec 08

A notable square in Paris, situated at the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées and is known for its iconic Egyptian obelisk, fountains, and historical significance. The square has witnessed numerous pivotal events in French history, including the execution of King Louis XVI during the French Revolution, offering splendid views of landmarks.

Leanne Marinus 2023 Nov 09

We went to the fan park for the Rugby world cup. It was really amazing and there were alot of food options and entertainment. Alot of big screens too to see the Rugby from anywhere in the fan park. We felt safe and relaxed and had an awesome time!

nn Hnna 2023 Nov 04

Great place for strolling. Looking at the scenery & enjoying the weather. Was nice to see all this.

Created in 1772, Place de la Concorde was originally known for having been an execution site during the French Revolution. Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette (among others) were guillotined here. Between 1836 and 1846 the architect Jacques-Ignace Hittorf redesigned the square to become what it is today.

The Place de la Concorde is the largest square in Paris located between the Champs Elysees and the Tuileries Gardens, in the 8th district of Paris. Hotel de Crillon, the Hotel de la Marine, two fountains and in the center, a 22 meter high obelisk are on this square.

K T 2023 Oct 16

Must come during the Rugby World Cup. Lovely atmosphere and busy like crazy when France is playing, and the entrance is free.

Beer, hot dog, sausage, hamburger and fries are also reasonably priced.

Willy Dinata 2023 Oct 01

The square is quite spacious, featuring an island at its center adorned with an obelisk and a fountain. The obelisk is remarkable, boasting a gilded tip and intricate hieroglyphics along its sides. It was truly captivating to behold. The fountain, too, holds its own fascination, especially with the sculpture it features.

Luan Oosthuizen 2023 Sep 29

I visited here during the Rugby World Cup 2023. I watched a few rugby games here and the atmosphere was electric. Easy to navigate your way here and many possibilities to buy something to eat or drink. It is also nearby other iconic landmarks as well as local restaurants and pubs.

Paul Rupert Oosthuizen 2023 Sep 28

I visited this site during RWC 2023. It was extremely busy because of all the rugby watchers. The fanpark was erected here so that contributed to the amount of people. It was however a very nice area. There are a lot of very old and historical buildings around. Many shops, restaurants and pubs around.
Worth a visit.

Bogdan Marcelan 2023 Sep 18

When my wife and I visited the Concorde square after a few years, we were surprised to find that a world-class event would take place here. Unfortunately, we did not see the market in all its beauty, but we did see the teddy bear mascot of the Rugby World Cup.

Pasan Sensouk 2023 Aug 16

It's a great historic plaza and from the plaza you can walk to the Louvre through the big beautiful park where there are restaurants, café, and fountains.

Vedat ERENOGLU 2023 Aug 12

Paris Concorde is not only a historic square but also a symbol of French unity and democracy, located at the end of the Champs-Élysées. It's famous for its magnificent Egyptian obelisk, gifted by Egypt to France in the 19th century, and surrounded by stunning architecture, making it a popular tourist attraction. The square has witnessed many significant events throughout French history.

Susy Kings 2023 Aug 01

If you follow up toward the gardens, there're chairs to sit and enjoy the view from above. Also you can take nice photos of the Eiffel Tower on the distance.
Nice place to take photos and buy souvenirs.

Nadezda Musatova 2023 Jul 10

Historical plaza that needs to be seen while you are in Paris!
We weren’t so lucky and while we were visiting, place is partially under construction. But still..so much historical facts and amazing architecture.
Highly recommend!