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Boulevard Haussmann Metro Guide: Complete Station Network & Sightseeing Routes

Overview: Your Gateway to Paris

Boulevard Haussmann serves as one of Paris's most accessible destinations, with Metro line 9 forming the backbone of transportation along this legendary shopping avenue. This comprehensive network of stations not only connects you to the boulevard's famous department stores but also provides strategic access to Paris's most iconic attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring the City of Light.

Metro Stations Serving Boulevard Haussmann

Primary Stations (Direct Boulevard Access)

🚇 Chaussée d'Antin - La Fayette (Lines 7, 9)

Best for: Galeries Lafayette and Printemps (direct underground access)
Sightseeing Connections: Direct to Châtelet (Line 7) for Notre-Dame area, Pont Neuf (Line 7) for Seine river walks
Pro Tip: Use Exit 3 "Galeries Lafayette" for weather-protected shopping access during rain or winter

🚇 Havre - Caumartin (Lines 3, 9)

Best for: Central Boulevard Haussmann, most hotels in the area
Sightseeing Connections: Line 3 to Père Lachaise Cemetery, Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Line 3), Arts et Métiers museum
Advantage: Less crowded than Chaussée d'Antin, excellent for luggage access

🚇 Richelieu - Drouot (Lines 8, 9)

Best for: Eastern end of Boulevard Haussmann, auction houses
Sightseeing Connections: Line 8 to Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb, Opéra (Line 8) for evening performances
Cultural Bonus: Exit directly to Hotel Drouot auction house for art enthusiasts

Connected Stations (2-5 minute walk)

🚉 Haussmann - Saint-Lazare (RER E)

Best for: Long-distance train connections, western Boulevard access
Major Advantage: Direct RER E service to Charles de Gaulle Airport (planned completion 2024-2025)
Connection Hub: Underground passages to Gare Saint-Lazare for Normandy, Versailles, and northern France

🚉 Auber (RER A)

Best for: Express connections to major attractions
Tourist Routes: Direct RER A to Disneyland Paris (45 minutes), La Défense business district
Time Saver: Fastest route to Châtelet-Les Halles central hub (3 minutes)

Strategic Route Planning: Sightseeing Integration

🎨 Art & Culture Route (from Boulevard Haussmann)

  • Morning: Start at Chaussée d'Antin → Line 7 to Pont Neuf → Walk to Louvre
  • Afternoon: Return via Line 7 → Explore Opéra Garnier (5-minute walk)
  • Evening: Boulevard Haussmann shopping and dinner
  • Advantage: Single metro line eliminates transfers, saves 20-30 minutes daily

🏛️ Historic Paris Route

  • Route: Havre-Caumartin → Line 3 to Saint-Germain-des-Prés → Walk Latin Quarter
  • Return: Line 3 to République → Transfer Line 9 back to Boulevard
  • Perfect for: Combining luxury shopping with historic exploration

🌟 Tourist Highlights Express

  • Eiffel Tower: Havre-Caumartin → Line 9 to Trocadéro (15 minutes direct)
  • Arc de Triomphe: Chaussée d'Antin → Line 9 to Charles de Gaulle-Étoile (12 minutes)
  • Montmartre: Richelieu-Drouot → Line 8 to Pigalle → Walk or funicular to Sacré-Cœur

Practical Travel Tips & Insider Secrets

💡 Insider Travel Tips

  • Rush Hour Strategy: Avoid Line 9 eastbound 8:00-9:30 AM and westbound 17:30-19:00 PM
  • Shopping Day Optimization: Use underground passages during rain - you can walk from Chaussée d'Antin to both major department stores without getting wet
  • Luggage Friendly: Havre-Caumartin has elevators and escalators, ideal for hotel access with suitcases
  • Night Owl Access: Friday and Saturday nights, Metro runs until 2:15 AM (1:15 AM other nights)

Weekly Metro Pass Strategy

Navigo Weekly Pass (Zone 1-2): €30 per week - pays for itself with 14+ journeys
Perfect for Boulevard Haussmann visitors: Unlimited travel on all Metro, RER within central Paris
Bonus: Includes airport access via RER B to Charles de Gaulle (normally €11.45)

Additional Nearby Stations

Saint-Augustin (Line 9)

Distance: 5-minute walk from western Boulevard Haussmann
Ideal for: Accessing Parc Monceau, Musée Cernuschi, quieter hotel areas

Miromesnil (Line 9)

Distance: 8-minute walk north of Boulevard
Best for: Élysée Palace area, high-end residential neighborhoods, connecting to Champs-Élysées

Saint-Philippe-du-Roule (Line 9)

Distance: 12-minute walk from Boulevard
Connects to: Avenue des Champs-Élysées, perfect for evening strolls to Arc de Triomphe

Airport & Long-Distance Connections

Charles de Gaulle Airport:
• RER B from Chaussée d'Antin (transfer at Châtelet) - 45 minutes, €11.45
• New RER E from Haussmann-Saint-Lazare (2025) - 35 minutes direct

Orly Airport:
• RER B to Antony + Orlyval shuttle - 55 minutes total
• Or Line 7 to Pont de Levallois + Bus 183 to Porte de Choisy + Orlybus

Train Stations:
• Gare du Nord: RER E or Line 7 to Châtelet + Line 4 - 25 minutes
• Gare de Lyon: Line 9 to République + Line 1 - 30 minutes

🎯 Complete Boulevard Haussmann Experience

For the ultimate Boulevard Haussmann visit, combine your metro journey with our comprehensive guides:

FOOD AND SHOPPING

While often visited for the view the visitor should not forget that The Boulevard encompasses a wide range of shopping and dining options, from the casual to the sophisticated.  Within the Haussmann area are examples of many of Paris's most authentic and distinctive styles, as well as international choices to fit all palates and budgets.

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