La Défense
La Défense is one of the largest business districts in Europe. Its streets are filled with highrise hypermodern buildings and peppered with modern art pieces.
La Défense
La Défense is one of the largest business districts in Europe. Its streets are filled with highrise hypermodern buildings and peppered with modern art pieces.
Paris’ La Défense neighbourhood is Europe’s largest purpose-built business district. The area is home to some of Paris’ largest constructions, which include around 20 skyscrapers and more than 70 glass and steel buildings overall.
One of the district’s most prominent constructions is the Grande Arche de la Défense. The Arche is a monumental cube-shaped building that stands 110 m (360 feet) tall.
At the top of the Arche de la Défense is an observation deck that offers a stunning panoramic view over Paris. Additionally, you’ll also find a restaurant and an exhibition area dedicated to photojournalism. [You can get your ticket to the panoramic terrace here]( https://www.getyourguide.com/paris-l16/eiffel-tower-direct-access-with-host-to-summit-by-elevator-t387464/?partner_id=IG4VKS7&utm_medium=online_publisher&placement=content-top&cmp=Inline .
The Grande Arche de la Fraternité, as it is also called, is meant to act as a counterpart to the Arc de Triomphe. Rather than honouring military victories, this granite and glass structure is a monument to humanity and humanitarianism.
Aside from the imposing towers and office constructions, La Défense is also home to luxurious hanging gardens, squares, and fountains, as well as a permanent open-air exhibition of over 70 contemporary art pieces.
Location
3 km (1.9 miles) northwest of Paris city centre
Schedule
The Grande Arche de la Défense is open at the following times.
| Day |
|---|
| Mon-Sun |
| Day | Opening time | Last admission | Closing time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon-Sun | 10:00 am | 6:30 pm | 7:00 pm |
Tickets
To avoid queues, you can get your tickets for the [panoramic terrace at the top of the *Grande Arche de la Défense *here]( https://www.getyourguide.com/paris-l16/eiffel-tower-direct-access-with-host-to-summit-by-elevator-t387464/?partner_id=IG4VKS7&utm_medium=online_publisher&placement=content-top&cmp=Inline .
| Adult |
|---|
| €15.00 |
| Adult | 3-18 years old | Students 19-26 | Over 65 |
|---|---|---|---|
| €15.00 | €7.00 | €10.00 | €12.00 |
Transport
Sights
Among the many modern art pieces and statues displayed in the Défense neighbourhood, the following are the most famous.
Grande Arche de la Défense
César’s Thumb
Miró’s Two fantastic characters
Calder’s Red Spider
Agam’s Fountain
Serra’s Slat
Selinger’s The Dance
Venet’s Two Indeterminate Lines
Takis’ Bright Trees
Mitoraj’s Tindaro
Young’s Four Heads
Blanc’s Green wall
Barrias’ La Défense de Paris
Morellet’s La Défonce
Bottazzi’s Peinture de 216 m²
