Le Marais
Photo guide and photographers
Arcades, stone mansions and hidden courtyards around the Place des Vosges, the oldest planned square in Paris.
- Best time
- Morning or late afternoon
- Getting there
- Métro Saint-Paul, line 1, or Chemin Vert, line 8
- Crowds
- Calm in the morning, lively on weekends
Plan your session
Le Marais mixes grand history with everyday Paris life. The arcades of the Place des Vosges give soft, even light at any time of day, and the red-brick facades make a warm backdrop for portraits and couples.
Around the square, narrow streets lead to quiet courtyards, concept stores and cafés: perfect for a relaxed, urban session that feels like a stroll rather than a shoot.
2 photographers shoot here
About this spot
Is Le Marais good on a cloudy day?
Yes. The arcades and narrow streets give flattering light even when the sky is grey.
What style of session suits Le Marais?
Relaxed, urban sessions: portraits, couples and fashion, with cafés and courtyards as a backdrop.
