District guide · Paris

Paris 17e Arrondissement

The 17th arrondissement is one of Paris's twenty administrative districts. The Musée national Jean-Jacques Henner and Cité de l'Économie are museums housed here, while Théâtre Hébertot stages theatrical performances. The district contains numerous squares and gardens including Parc Clichy-Batignolles Martin Luther King, along with several churches, making it suitable for those interested in cultural and green spaces.

Editorial responsibility: Elena Voss · SSMTour Travel Editor

Practical information

Language spoken: French; French is the language of the Republic under Article 2 of the Constitution
Dialling code: +33 1; Paris and the Île-de-France; drop the leading 0 of 01 when calling from abroad
Currency: Euro (€, EUR); France has used the euro as its official currency since 2002
Emergency number: 112; One number across the country; 15 reaches an ambulance directly
Plug type: Type E · 220 V; Round-pin sockets use a projecting earth pin
Tap water: Safe to drink; The health ministry says tap water may be consumed safely unless local authorities issue specific advice