Place de la Concorde in Paris is a large 19 acre public square constructed in 1772 from land originally donated by Loius XV. It is situated between the Champs Elysees and the Tuleries gardens. It is the starting point for the Bastille Day parades which march up the Champs Elysee to the Arc de Triomphe. It was originally designed to showcase the equestriatian statue of Louis XVI, however, this statue was removed and melted down during the French Revolution, and this was rhe meeting point for many French Revolution activities. This square was also the place where Louis XVI and his wife, Marie Antoinette, met the guillotine along with many others. There are 2 fountains, Fontaine Maritime and the Fontaine des Fleuves, modeled after the fountains in St. Peter's square in Rome. The obelisk was gifted to France from Egypt in the 1830s. France added a gold leaf pyramid cap in 1998. It us the oldest monument in Paris. The north side houses the Hotel de la Marine, headquarters of the French navy, while an identical building on the south side is the Hotel de Crillon, a luxury 5 star hotel. Virws of the Eiffel Tower can be seen from here; walk through the Tuleries garden to reach the Louvre. read more

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If you're a tourist, you're going to end up here at some point. Place de la Concorde is the largest square in Paris and has changed names many times since it was built in the 1750's - but it's been Place de la Concorde since the 1830's. There's lots of history here but it's sometimes hard to look past the billion tour buses, gawking tourists and often, construction or special events that block off portions. In the center is a giant obelisk, a gift from Egypt. Look south - there's the Eiffel Tower. North - two beautiful Louis Quinze buildings flanking Rue Royale. I wonder how XV would feel knowing that his grandson and family (and many others) were guillotined in the square named for him. East is the Tuileries Gardens and Louvre and west is the Champs-Elysees. It's really in the middle of everything, and is kind of a bridge between the old Paris and the international shopping spots on CE. You probably won't be able to avoid checking it out! read more

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This is a an open space/ square in Paris. It is huge and you can see the Fontaine des Mers, statues and the Egyptian obelisk. It is beautiful and great for picture taking. No Admission cost to visit this place. It is close to Louvre so no excuses to not visit the Place de la Concorde when you are in the area. Note to be-careful when crossing the street. There are no lights to stop the cars for walker getting to the other side. When I was there they have removed the big wheel. I visited this place in Sept 2019. This is the largest square in the French capital. read more

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I didn't have time to do the big wheel but just this general area is so beautiful and big. You can walk around and just enjoy life. Our restaurant was nearby so we got to see it in the day and all lit up at night. Visited on May 6, 2018. read more

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Beautiful! We came out of the metro nearby and stopped here before heading to through the Jardin des Tuileries to a nearby musee. If you are in the area I'd definitely add this stop in. Yes, it is in the middle of the road, but that's what crosswalks are for. I'm gearing up for the beautiful fountains in Rome and these were the perfect intro. Obviously not a stop you'd spend anymore than maybe 5-10 minutes at, take them in and keep moving. read more

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Place de la Concorde is the bottom end of the Champs-Élysées, it might not get the fame or recognition as the other end featuring the Arc, but it is equally as beautiful with the Concord statue, as well as the fountains, majestic buildings, Elysee Jardins (Gardens) and a view of the Eiffel Tower in the distance. For public transport, the square does feature bus routes including the 42 which goes all the way down the Champs-Élysées in case you don't fancy the 2 km walk but the buses are so irregular it isn't even worth it. It was the site of many notable public executions, including the execution of King Louis XVI, during the French Revolution but that gory past has gone now, it is one of the largest public squares in the whole of Paris and it looks beautiful. It's a shame there doesn't seem to be many bars or coffee shops or even a brasserie looking directly onto this as it is a fantastic view. I did find the area slightly hard to navigate for my satnavs so had to end up walking through the Elysee Gardens as it was impossible to do certain turns. Well worth a visit while in the beautiful French capital. 4* read more

Place de la Concorde is the largest square in Paris. It is a huge area. I only came to here to check out the Luxor Obelisk. I am sucker for Egyptian stuff. Cannot believe this was actually built in Egypt and gifted to France. Just amazing details and to see actual hieroglyphics up close is so cool. Did not care much for the plaza but the obelisk worth the stop by. read more

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Line moved fast to get on the big wheel. 6 max to a cabin and no private cabins. Very smooth. Didn't even realized we were so high up. Beautiful birds eye view of Paris and its monuments. Public bathrooms are across the way in a little clean hut that are free otherwise 8 cents euros I believe. read more

Unfortunately the ferris wheel (Roue de Paris) is no longer there but it is worth seeing the obelisk. My son and I lucked out because it was a cloudy/sunny spring day in Paris which made it perfect for pics. The best part is the obelisk looks different at different times of the day (we were in Paris 14 days and drove through the Place de la Concorde many times) as well as in sunshine and clouds. The black/golden gilded gate which leads to the Place de la Concorde is incredible and you can get great long distance shots of the Eiffel Tower. It was tough to get alone shots of the fountain and you had to time it just right to get the water flowing. A must see in Paris!! read more

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I took the 24 bus from the Left Bank, and it brought me right through this-- Reign of Terror (Robespierre). Formerly known as place de la Révolution, its west side of the Place was the guillotin (Dr Joseph Ignace Guillotin) area; Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI beheadings occurred here. Perhaps why the renaming of peace (Concorde) as a capitulation to all of that violence and bloodshed. Flashed briefly in my mind as I beheld the lush, full fountains and the magnificence of the historic square. This is indeed the largest square in all of Paris. read more

I'm not sure if this is supposed to be Paris' central square, though considering that it happens to be a major intersection, with it being at one end of the Avenue de Champs d'Elysee, it does get quite a lot of cars travelling around it. It is quite large though, with once side having some amusements which the entrance to the Tullaries happen to be. There are a couple of large fountains in the middle, though when we were here there just happened to be lots and lots of cars navagating the route around it, and also spending an inordinate amount of time waiting for the lights to change. Well, you can spend some of that time looking at the fountains if you want. read more

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I don't know how to review this. The Concorde was on my "I have to see this" list. Not because it's one of the best public creations in Paris (though it is really cool), but because of its history. So many people were executed publicly for weird entertainment, and many of them for very questionable reasons. And yet, on Bastille Day, they still use this spot as a place for public entertainment? Seems a little...I dunno...disrespectful? It's like there's zero acknowledgement of what went on there. Actually, that's probably best case scenario. Worst case is everyone knows and doesn't care/supports it. It's weird. Go see it and question its use for yourself. read more

This could one of the most busiest place in Paris. Why I said it. When my partner and I were there. We drove with the car here. Wow, this is really hard to find a place near this place. Full of cars, there are couple parking around. But quite easy to miss. It took us about almost 20 mins to find a place to park. And it was still quite a long way to the place. But when I got there, I did see the point why my partner want to show me this place so much. It is really beautiful. It surrounded by a lot cool and historical buildings. Jarden des T just close by. And great sport see Arc de Triomphe from a short distance. The fountain itself is definitely a plus point here. It also get some new modern artwork just stand in the middle. The farries wheel also located it here. All together just magical. It around got different event going on here, especially in the winter time. The street from here to the Arc de Triomphe will turn into a beautiful Christmas market. The atmosphere is super. Great place to hang out with friends and drink some mulled wine and enjoy the time. read more

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Swung by to see where Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette and others were guillotined. The fountains and the obelisk were both beautiful. Place de la Concorde was within walking distance to the hotel, not sure if we would have visited otherwise. read more

You are in Paris..... Just go and check it out. The fountain is beautiful, the Luxor Obelisk is over 1, 00 years old and it's worth the time to walk and admire these amazing structures.... read more

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I was unimpressed with both the fountain and the obelisk (there are much better ones in Rome). Traffic is a nightmare and the fountain and obelisk are in the centre of a huge traffic circle. Despite numerous traffic signals, Parissiene drivers don't feel compelled to obey the lights...So be careful crossing the streets. Not a peaceful place at all....too noisy, too busy, too much traffic, too many people. Visit in the evening when traffic is less and the fountain and obelisk are lit. The significance of this square is that here, both Marie-Antoinette and King Loius XVI were guillotined, during the height of the French Revolution. The fountain is beautiful.....too bad it's in the middle of a traffic circle. read more

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It's beautiful and historically significant. So do other monuments scattered throughout Paris. The fountains are like the model of Parisian fountains. The designer even had a street named after him! I think the whole "place" or square were modelled after Italian fountains though. I mean, the Italians started this, right? I mean look at the fountain and obelisk at the Vatican. LOL! If I'm not mistaken, this was also where they guillotined the aristocrats during the French Revolution. So much blood. You could just feel the historical significance as you stand here. But what makes this one great is its location. You look to the left... sorry, west, and you are looking down Avenue Champs Elysees. I never fully realized how large this Avenue was. And you'll be looking straight at the Arc de Triomph too. You look to the right and you'll see the perfectly aligned trees at the Jardin des Tuilleries. You look straight ahead and you'll find some really good looking buildings that I believe are government building. You look behind you and you see ... nothing, unless you are unbelievably tall and could see the river. The only uncomfortable thing is "THE GAUNTLET." That's when you go through a gauntlet of trinket vendors and beggars between the Tuilleries Gardens and Place de la Concorde. Uncomfortable. First time I saw gypsy beggars carrying their babies for begging. I see it here in LA now too. read more

This square was formerly the location for grand celebrations during the ancien regime and then subsequently home to the guillotine. Marie Antoinette, Louis XVI, Robespierre and hundreds of others met their fate here, which is a sobering thought as you admire the statues and fountains located here now. It is far from the squalid scene so beloved of costume dramas - instead, the guillotine's victims had a final view of beautiful hôtels, the Seine and the Tuileries gardens that lie alongside. It is a bit of a nightmare for pedestrians but the view from the centre is well worth the risk to life and limb with the Eiffel Tower looming in the distance and the Arc de Triomphe ahead. read more

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As 1 of the excellent bookends to the Champs Elysses, Place de la Concorde holds a special place as a shining beacon of grandeur As if you haven't been completely mesmerized enough at the Louvre or les Jardin des Tuileries, you're then greeted by a vast monument on every corner Gazing across the scene you see the Louvre at 1 end & Arc de Triomphe at the other & right smackdab in the middle, where you're standing are fountains, obelisk, giant statues? Place de la Concorde has it all & what you see is absolutely breathtaking So make sure you spend the appropriate amount of time here to appreciate the splendor & magnificence - it's worth the love! Best Tip: be sure to cross the streets quickly - those drivers take NO prisoners! read more

I recently passed through Concord, NC and came to think of this Paris landmark. From one great namesake to another. If you're not aware of French history I guess this seems like any big city square. But I'm telling you, they were chopping off heads like a chef chopping onions at full speed prepping for the lunch rush. Quite terrible when you think about it. There is an Egyptian Obelisk here that is over 3000 years old and it used to be outside the Luxor temple. read more

I ended my Champs-Elysees night stroll here at the Place de la Concorde. It was nice and quiet and a perfect spot to look at the Arc de Triomphe from far away. The obelisk is an interesting point and I'm sure it's even better during the day. I had fun sitting by one of the fountains and just listening to the water. Our metro stop was nearby and so it was a perfect way to end the night. read more

You got to make a stop at this beautiful and busy "roundabout". We went up the great wheel on December 23rd evening to get the best sights of Paris with all the lights from the Chanps Elysée, the river Seine, the Invalides and the Eiffel tower in the distance... The tour costs 10€ pp and lasts about 10-15 minutes and you go around 3 times. It's only on around the Christmas period though. read more

Came to Paris during my American holiday, and was robbed sadly here at the place de la concord. Why doesn't Paris protect us tourists from gypsies????!!! In a town where there are tons of national police officers looking for terrorists, they do nothing when tourists are swarmed by gypsies and robbed. They are all around the place de la concord and they do nothing to stop the gypsies who swarm you to "sign your name". When you ask all the National police in their vehicles parked along the street for help they don't care and send you off to find the local city police. Right next to big fountains there are some amazing french people with big hearts- there is a Spanish speaking pedi cab man who took us in and let us use his cell phone to call the police, the crepe cart man gave my crying 7 year old a free crepe. They said the police do nothing and that the gypsies come by every 30 minutes and rob some more unsuspecting tourists. So why doesn't Paris police protect their tourists???? Be careful!!! read more

You can just feel the history when you look straight up the Champs Elysees to see the Arc d'Triomphe at the end. Then you look the other way and you're in sight of the Louvre through the Tuileries Gardens. Just thinking about this area gives me goose bumps. It is a magnificent sight and one that I always look forward to returning to. It would be even more of a rush if you didn't have to deal with all the traffic that interferes with the moment. read more

Pointy! It's a nice enough square, but at the end of the day it is just a tall pointy thing with cars driving around it. read more

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Technically, Notre Dame is the epicenter of Paris, but for me...it's the Place de la Concorde - especially at night! Look to one side and you see the Champs Elysee and the Arc de Triomphe. Look the other way and you see the Eiffel Tower in the distance. Behind you is the Jardin des Tuleries and the festive lights of the carnival. Of course, the Place itself is beautiful with its fountains and monuments. It's a great place for pictures and must see - even if it's only for a brief moment. read more

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Just a beautiful spot to sit and have a snack. The history around you in almost every step is wonderful to think about. I love this city!

What a stunningly beautiful Egyptian obelisk with a rich history. Impressed how French managed to transport it. Incredible hyroglyphics

We went to this historic square just as the sun was setting and the lights were coming on and it was BEAUTIFUL!!! It was a little weird to stand there and think of how many people have lost to the guillotine in this square, it's very surreal. The fountains and oblique are stunning and well lit! Plus you can get the Eiffel Tower in your pictures too and it looks fantastic. The gates to Jardin des Tuileries are a sight all on their own as well. If you're into history, I think this is a great square to see. read more