Located west of Paris along the Seine, this affluent suburb houses the Musée d'Art Moderne, elegant shopping districts, and two major green spaces: Boulogne Forest and Billancourt Park.
Boulogne-Billancourt, the largest suburb bordering Paris, has transformed from its industrial roots. Walk past curved Art Deco buildings along Avenue André Morizet, explore Japanese tea houses in the Albert Kahn Museum gardens, or attend a performance at La Seine Musicale, built on the former Renault factory grounds. The city's architecture tells the story of its evolution from 1930s industrial power to modern cultural center.
Getting Around Boulogne-Billancourt
Take Metro lines 9 and 10 from central Paris to reach Boulogne-Billancourt's six stations throughout the city. Located in fare zone 2, you'll need a corresponding ticket or pass. Most attractions lie within walking distance of metro stations. Buses 52, 72, and 126 run along the main boulevards and connect to neighboring areas. The buses operate from 5:30 AM to 12:30 AM daily.
Art Deco Buildings from the 1930s
Follow the "Le parcours des années 30" walking route between Porte de Saint-Cloud and Jean Jaurès metro stations. You'll pass geometric facades with rounded corners at 7 Place Denfert-Rochereau and stepped entrances at 2 Avenue André Morizet. Visit the Museum of the 1930s (open Tuesday-Sunday, 11 AM-6 PM) to see period furniture and art collections. Book ahead to tour Le Corbusier's apartment in Immeuble Molitor, where glass blocks and exposed concrete showcase the architect's innovative design principles.
Gardens and Green Spaces
Walk through the Albert Kahn Museum's four-hectare grounds, divided into distinct sections. The Japanese garden contains wooden pavilions and a traditional tea house, while straight paths cut through symmetrical flower beds in the French garden. Cross Parc Edmond de Rothschild's stone pathways to reach the 19th-century mansion, then continue to the Seine River walking trails. Stop at the river locks to watch boats navigate between water levels.
Cultural Venues and Museums
Listen to classical music at La Seine Musicale's 1,150-seat auditorium on Ile Seguin, where a moving solar panel sail tracks the sun's path. The Paul Belmondo Museum displays the artist's work across three floors of a restored chateau, including 300 sculptures and 500 drawings. Check the Museum of the 1930s calendar for rotating contemporary art exhibitions.
Restaurants and Cafes
Find local restaurants around Marcel Sembat metro station. Shop at morning markets on Rue des Tilleuls, then stop at its street-side cafes. Try traditional French cooking at the bistros along Avenue Jean-Baptiste Clément. Newer restaurants near Pont de Saint-Cloud serve meals with Seine River views.
