Discover Montparnasse’s 17 best spots for your trip in Paris

This Montparnasse branch of the Relais de l'Entrecôte family follows the formula created in 1959: a walnut-topped green salad followed by tender contre-filet steak in a secret sauce, served with homemade matchstick fries. There is no menu choice to make, just the classic combination in a bistro setting.

Part of a small family-run chain with several Paris addresses.

Open since 1923 at the Vavin crossroads, Le Select is a classic Montparnasse brasserie once frequented by writers, artists and filmmakers. Mirrors and old woodwork line the interior, while a terrace overlooks the boulevard.

It serves coffee, lunch and dinner in a traditional Parisian brasserie setting, open daily from early morning until late at night.

Opened in the early 20th century at the corner of Boulevards Raspail and Montparnasse, La Rotonde is a longstanding Parisian institution known for its warm, traditional décor. The menu ranges from croissants and coffee in the morning to sole meunière, escargots de Bourgogne, and seafood platters served late into the night.

A weekday lunch formula is available at 25€.

La Crêperie Josselin is a long-standing Breton crêperie serving traditional savory and sweet crêpes alongside cider. The rustic dining room draws steady crowds, with queues often forming even outside peak hours.

Reviewers praise the flavor and quality of the crêpes, though prices run above average for the category.

This storied address on boulevard du Montparnasse combines a piano bar, a refined gastronomic restaurant under a glass veranda, and a lively brasserie serving oysters, quenelles, poached haddock and tartare until half past midnight. The Bar Hemingway retains its literary and artistic history, with live piano and both classic and creative cocktails.

A private lounge upstairs is available on request.

Set in a cozy dining room decorated with Breton furniture and Quimper pottery, this creperie makes its buckwheat and wheat batters on-site. Galettes and crêpes are cooked to order and buttered to taste, with fillings prepared fresh by the kitchen team.

A selection of ciders is available, with staff on hand to offer recommendations. The small space can feel crowded during busy periods, but service remains attentive.

Parc Montsouris opened in 1878 as part of Baron Haussmann's citywide network of new public parks, with a lake, rolling lawns, and winding paths in the English landscape style. Reviewers consistently recommend it for those seeking a more authentic, local Paris park experience, away from the crowds of the more central gardens.

Part of the Bouillon restaurant tradition, this Montparnasse location serves hearty, affordable French classics such as roast chicken, steak frites, and traditional desserts. The dining room reflects the century-old bouillon style, with white-aproned waiters and a bustling, communal atmosphere.

It's known for feeding large numbers of diners quickly at low prices.

This museum showcases the life and work of Antoine Bourdelle, a major sculptor of the early 20th century, through his former ateliers, sculpture garden, and a contemporary wing. Visitors can explore permanent collections of sculptures, drawings, and photographs, alongside temporary exhibitions on 19th- and 20th-century artists.

The site includes a café-restaurant, Le Rhodia, and is open Tuesday to Sunday.

This day trip travels around two hours from Paris into the Loire Valley, France's celebrated château and wine region, combining visits to historic castles with a guided wine tasting. Reviewers consistently describe the day as efficient and well organized, with guide Dee mentioned favorably for sharing useful context along the way.

Hexagone Café is a low-key neighborhood coffee shop in Montparnasse's southern reaches, appreciated for consistently good espresso drinks and a friendly, English-speaking staff. It's a solid stop for travelers exploring the quieter, more residential parts of the 14th.

This Paris Musées site occupies the house, studio and garden where sculptor Ossip Zadkine lived and worked. Permanent collections, free to enter, display his sculptures, graphic art, photographs and archives alongside works by his wife, painter Valentine Prax.

The garden holds several sculptures, and the museum also hosts temporary exhibitions, guided tours and family workshops.

Il Forno di Napoli is a small, cozy Italian restaurant offering authentic dishes such as well-made, flavourful ravioli. Reviewers note generous portions and good value for the price, along with a friendly, welcoming staff.

It's a popular spot for those seeking genuine Italian cuisine in Paris, with a warm, intimate atmosphere suited to relaxed dinners.

Marché aux Puces de Vanves runs only on weekend mornings along a residential street in the 14th arrondissement, offering a smaller, more manageable alternative to the sprawling Saint-Ouen market. Reviewers often prefer it precisely for its scale, describing better prices and less overwhelming browsing.

Chez Papa 14ème sits on rue Gassendi opposite the Montparnasse cemetery, a short walk from the Tour Montparnasse. The menu draws on Southwestern French cuisine, with vegan and gluten-free options available on request.

It's set up for shared, relaxed meals with family or friends, and nearby parking is available at Place de la Mairie.

Square de Montsouris is a compact green space next to the larger Montsouris Park, offering a quieter, more residential feel in the southern reaches of the 14th arrondissement. It's a good spot for a brief rest while exploring this less-visited part of the Left Bank.

Notre-Dame-du-Travail was built between 1899 and 1901 to serve the working-class neighborhood around it, and its architect used exposed iron girders and steel trusses inside — a nod to the industrial workers it was built for — instead of traditional stone vaulting. Reviewers consistently describe it as a hidden gem, appreciated for how its unusual, industrial interior carries genuine symbolic weight.