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District guide · Paris

Paris 2e Arrondissement

A photograph of Paris 2e Arrondissement
Photograph · Alexandre-Théodore Brongniart ; Julien Guadet · Public domain

Paris's 2nd arrondissement, one of the capital's central districts, encompasses historic theatres and cultural institutions. The Théâtre national de l'Opéra Comique, Basilique Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, and Passage des Panoramas represent the district's architectural and commercial heritage. The area holds appeal for those drawn to theatre, religious architecture, and nineteenth-century shopping arcades.

Editorial responsibility: Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

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

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Top things to see

Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.

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