Where to Find Paris Tourist Information Offices?

Many people feel comfortable navigating a new city using only their wits (and maybe their smartphones). But for other visitors, finding a good tourist information center and seeking some advice from local experts is key to feeling informed and relaxed.

Paris has several tourist "welcome centers" dotted around the city, where you can get free advice and maps, buy special discount cards and passes, and find most other info related to your stay. Here are the main ones you should look out for. We suggest noting down which is closest to your hotel or apartment, and making your way there early on in your stay. 

Armed with plenty of information and advice, including on tours, top attractions and special events, you'll be more likely to enjoy your sojourn to the fullest. 

Main Welcome Center at Pyramides

25, rue des Pyramides
1st arrondissement
Metro: Pyramides (line 7 or 14)
RER: Auber (line A)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

June 1st-October 31st: Mon.-Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

November 1st-May 31st: Mon.-Sat, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sundays and bank holidays: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Resources at this branch include: 

• Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions
• Hotel and attractions bookings
• Paris public transport passes; Paris Museum Pass, and other discount cards
• Center is accessible to visitors with disabilities or limited mobility

Carrousel du Louvre Tourist Welcome Center

This welcome center is especially useful if you want to explore the greater Paris region and take day trips to nearby cities and attractions such as the Palais de Versailles or Disneyland Paris.  

Carrousel du Louvre, Place de la Pyramide Inversée
99, rue de Rivoli
1st arrondissement
Metro: Palais Royal Musée du Louvre (line 1 and 7)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

This center is open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Resources at this branch include brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions, as well as information on tourist attractions and events in the greater Paris (Ile de France) region.

Gare de Lyon Tourist Welcome Center

20, Boulevard Diderot
12th arrondissement
Metro: Gare de Lyon (line 1 or 14)
RER: Gare de Lyon (line A)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

This center is open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sunday and bank holidays. Resources here include:

• Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions
• Hotel and attractions bookings
• Paris public transport passes; Paris Museum Pass, and other discount cards

Gare du Nord Tourist Welcome Center

18, rue de Dunkerque
10th arrondissement
Look for the "Welcome" kiosque under the glass roof of the Gare du Nord train station, "Ile de France" section. Metro: Gare du Nord (line 2,4, or 5)
RER: Gare du Nord (line B, D)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

Monday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Dec. 25th, Jan. 1st, and May 1st. Resources at this center include:

• Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions
• Hotel and attractions bookings
• Paris public transport passes; Paris Museum Pass, and other discount cards

Porte de Versailles/Paris Expo Welcome Center

1, Place de la Porte de Versailles
15th arrondissement
The Porte de Versailles Convention Center hosts many of Paris' most interesting trade fairs. The tourist office here can provide detailed information on trade fairs and special events at Paris Expo.
Metro: Porte de Versailles (line 12)
Tramway: Porte de Versailles (T3)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

This center near the southern tip of the city is open from 11 am-7 pm during trade fairs. Resources here include: 

• Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions
• Bookings for hotels and popular attractions
• Paris public transport passes; Paris Museum Pass, and other discount cards

Montmartre Tourist Office

21, place du Tertre
18th arrondissement
Metro: Abbesses (line 12), Anvers (line 2), funicular
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

This center is open 7 days a week, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions are among the resources at this branch. 

Anvers Tourist Welcome Center

Located on the median strip facing 72, boulevard Rochechouart
18th arrondissement
Metro: Anvers (line 2)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

Daily, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed on December 25th, January 1st and May 1st. Resources at this branch include:

• Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions
• Bookings for hotels and attractions
• Paris public transport passes; Paris Museum Pass, and other discount cards

Clémenceau Tourist Welcome Center

Located on corner of Avenue des Champs-Elysées and Avenue Marigny
8th arrondissement
Metro: Champs-Elysées-Clémenceau (line 1 and 13)
Tel.: 0892 68 3000 (0,34 € per min.)

April 6th to October 20th, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Closed July 14th. Resources at this branch include:

• Brochures and information on Paris tourist attractions
• Hotel and attractions bookings
• Paris public transport passes; Paris Museum Pass, and other discount cards

Why to Visit in Person? 

For first-time visitors to Paris, the city can feel overwhelming and confusing. If you're unsure about how to spend your time, want to get some information and advice in person from tourism officials, pick up some helpful documentation and even look into buying Paris metro tickets or discount cards such as the Paris Museum pass, you'll find it more than useful to beeline over to one of the city's friendly information centers, conveniently located in several neighborhoods.