Central Paris with access to all major attractions, Metro lines, and RER connections.

About Paris City Center (Chatelet-Les Halles)

Châtelet-Les Halles is the geographic and transportation heart of Paris, sitting at the intersection of the city's major metro and RER lines. The area surrounds the Forum des Halles, a massive underground shopping and cultural complex that replaced the historic market halls demolished in the 1970s, now topped by an undulating glass-and-steel canopy designed by architects Patrick Berger and Jacques Anziutti.

From Châtelet-Les Halles, the greatest hits of Paris are within walking distance. The Louvre Museum and its glass pyramid are a 10-minute stroll west along the Rue de Rivoli. The Centre Pompidou with its inside-out architecture housing France's national modern art collection is five minutes north. The Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame Cathedral (under restoration following the 2019 fire) and Sainte-Chapelle is just across the Seine to the south.

The surrounding neighborhoods of Le Marais (east) and Saint-Germain-des-Prés (south) offer quintessential Parisian experiences — art galleries, vintage shops, cozy bistros, and centuries-old cafés. The Right Bank around Rue de Rivoli and the covered passages (Galerie Vivienne, Passage des Panoramas) provide elegant shopping and architectural beauty.

Nearby Landmarks

Louvre Museum Centre Pompidou Notre-Dame Sainte-Chapelle Forum des Halles

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost EUR 35-50 (flat rate)
Time 30-45 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost EUR 30-45
Time 30-45 minutes

Arrivals level designated zone

Train (Orlyval + RER B)

Cost EUR 14 combined
Time 35 minutes
Frequency Every 6-8 min (Orlyval), every 4-8 min (RER B)

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Orlyval shuttle train to Antony station, transfer to RER B northbound to Chatelet-Les Halles.

Orlybus

Cost EUR 12
Time 30-40 minutes
Frequency Every 8-15 minutes

Orly 3 bus station

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi EUR 35-50 (flat rate) 30-45 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare EUR 30-45 30-45 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train EUR 14 combined 35 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic
Bus/Shuttle EUR 12 30-40 minutes Cheapest option

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The OrlyVal stops running around 11:30 PM. Tram T7 operates until about midnight. After that, Noctilien night buses N22 and N31 connect Orly to central Paris (hourly, 12:30 AM-5:30 AM). Taxis to Châtelet cost a flat €35 (Right Bank fare). Uber is also available 24/7.

Luggage Tips

The OrlyVal shuttle is compact with limited luggage space. The RER B has more room but no dedicated racks. During rush hours, navigating the Châtelet-Les Halles underground complex with heavy bags is challenging — it is one of Europe's largest underground stations. Consider the Orlybus or a taxi if heavily loaded.

Accessibility

The OrlyVal and most RER B stations have elevators, but Châtelet-Les Halles has limited accessibility due to its vast underground layout — some transfers require long walks with stairs. Tram T7 is fully accessible. For wheelchair users, a taxi is often the most practical option from Orly.