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Up to 1 hour in Paris 1er Arrondissement, Paris

The 1st arrondissement sits at the heart of Paris, forming part of the central sector with three neighbouring districts. The Musée du Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle an...

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Editorial responsibility: Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

The 1st arrondissement sits at the heart of Paris, forming part of the central sector with three neighbouring districts. The Musée du Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle and Jardin des Tuileries stand among its principal landmarks. The district contains monuments, museums and gardens of historical significance that draw those interested in French art and architecture.

Checked 2026-09-04

Practical information

Language spoken: French; French is the language of the Republic under Article 2 of the Constitution
Dialling code: +33 1; Paris and the Île-de-France; drop the leading 0 of 01 when calling from abroad
Currency: Euro (€, EUR); France has used the euro as its official currency since 2002
Emergency number: 112; One number across the country; 15 reaches an ambulance directly
Plug type: Type E · 220 V; Round-pin sockets use a projecting earth pin
Tap water: Safe to drink; The health ministry says tap water may be consumed safely unless local authorities issue specific advice