Nanterre

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A cityscape with a river, modern skyscrapers, and a cloudy sky.
A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a river, and a distant tower.
A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a distinctive dome-shaped building, and a cloudy sky.
A playground with green and blue play structures, a concrete overhang, and a gravel ground.
A calm lake reflecting buildings and trees.

Where to stay in Nanterre

Find the best Nanterre areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Nanterre
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Parc-Nord

Well-liked for its cafes and shopping, Parc-Nord is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Paris La Défense Arena and Plenitude Arena, and jump on the metro at Nanterre Préfecture RER Station to get around the city.

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Université

The bars and casinos are a few reasons travelers visit Université. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Paris La Défense Arena and Theatre Nanterre-Amandiers are a few top sights nearby.

Parc Sud

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parc Sud and surrounding area, you can visit Paris La Défense Arena and Grande Arche.

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Nanterre Centre

While there might not be top attractions in Nanterre Centre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Theatre Nanterre-Amandiers and Paris La Défense Arena.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a river in the foreground.

Plateau - Mont-Valérien

Plateau - Mont-Valérien is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Nanterre area, you might plan a trip to Theatre Nanterre-Amandiers or Paris La Défense Arena.

ibis Paris CDG Airport

ibis Paris CDG Airport

3 out of 5
3 Rue de Bruxelles Tremblay-en-France Seine-Saint-Denis
The price is ￥15,541 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 8
￥15,541
￥18,947 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tremblay-en-France. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,814 reviews)
"disappointment"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

ibis Paris CDG Airport
H4 Wyndham Paris Pleyel

H4 Wyndham Paris Pleyel

4 out of 5
149 Boulevard Anatole-France Saint-Denis
The price is ￥13,498 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
￥13,498
￥17,626 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Saint-Denis. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Stade de France and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,854 reviews)
"We totally enjoyed the room, the view, the size of the room and the bed."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

H4 Wyndham Paris Pleyel
citizenM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

citizenM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

4 out of 5
7 Rue de Rome Tremblay-en-France Seine-Saint-Denis
The price is ￥15,217 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 8
￥15,217
￥19,633 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Tremblay-en-France. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
citizenM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
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Residhome Nanterre la Defense

Residhome Nanterre la Defense

3 out of 5
521, boulevard des Provinces Françaises Nanterre Hauts-de-Seine
Stay at this aparthotel in Nanterre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (570 reviews)
"Clean and efficient. Lidl is nearby."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

Residhome Nanterre la Defense
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Paris/Boulogne

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Paris/Boulogne

3 out of 5
16 cours de l'Ile Seguin Boulogne-Billancourt Hauts-de-Seine
Stay at this aparthotel in Boulogne-Billancourt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées ...
7.8/10 Good! (876 reviews)
"Nice, clean room. I wish the room had a coffee maker but besides everything is ok with the room. Kitchenette was handy & good. Staff was friendly & great."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Paris/Boulogne
Les Patios du Marais

Les Patios du Marais

26 Rue des Gravilliers Paris
Stay at this aparthotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room espresso maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,270 reviews)
"Property was in a nice location. The apartment had 3 levels, with a ladder to climb up and down. Or other option to go into the hallway to the next level. But I would probably stay there again. I'm 75 so it was a little difficult. But as long as you're aware."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Les Patios du Marais
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Stay near popular Nanterre attractions

Paris La Défense Arena

9.0/10 (104 reviews)
Catch an event at Paris La Défense Arena during your trip to Nanterre. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Louvre Museum Masterpieces Fully Guided Tour with Reserved Access

Louvre Museum Masterpieces Fully Guided Tour with Reserved Access

￥14,234
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Louvre Museum Masterpieces Fully Guided Tour with Reserved Access
Eiffel Tower Tickets with Optional Summit Access by Lift & Cruise

Eiffel Tower Tickets by Lift with Optional Summit Access & River Cruise

￥11,712
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Eiffel Tower Tickets by Lift with Optional Summit Access & River Cruise
Paris: Evening River Cruise with Music

Paris: Evening River Cruise with Music

￥4,504
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Paris: Evening River Cruise with Music
Paris: Opera Garnier Entry Ticket

Paris: Palais Garnier Self-Guided Tour

￥4,504
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Paris: Palais Garnier Self-Guided Tour
Versailles Palace Guided Tour from Paris with Optional Gardens

Versailles Palace Skip-the-Line Tour from Paris & Gardens Access

￥13,513
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Versailles Palace Skip-the-Line Tour from Paris & Gardens Access
Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace with Gardens Access

Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

￥13,874
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access
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Cities near Nanterre

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Courbevoie

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a gravel driveway, and well-manicured gardens.

Rueil-Malmaison

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Suresnes

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Bezons

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