Chest opened
+${chestReward.xp} XP
Explorer
NOUVEAU ×${chestReward.collectible.quantity}
tapez pour fermer

See the monuments around you in AR Open chests in the app

Around Us is built for your phone — point your camera at the streets and discover the monuments and places around you in augmented reality. Around Us is built for your phone — chests unlock when you walk, explore and capture nearby places.

•

Enable Location

We need your location to show you interesting places around you

Discover nearby places

Find interesting locations and hidden gems around you

Precise directions

Get accurate directions and distances to places

Your location is never shared with other users. It's only used when you tap the location button.

Hôtel de Hirsch

Log in to your account

Start exploring — it's free

Trusted by 92,692 travelers worldwide

Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
or

We will send you a code to connect

By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Check your inbox

We've sent a pincode in your inbox. Please enter the code below.

Hôtel de Hirsch, Private mansion in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, France.

The Hôtel de Hirsch is a three-story private mansion on rue de l'Élysée, just steps from the presidential palace, displaying classical French architecture from the 1800s. Inside, a marble staircase with green veining leads to elegantly appointed rooms, some featuring Bohemian crystal chandeliers.

In 1861 Émile Pereire sold land along the newly opened rue de la Reine-Hortense, and Empress Eugénie bought a corner plot by avenue Gabriel. Architect Hector-Martin Lefuel built her a three-storey house at no. 2, lent to Princess Anna Murat and later rented out. In 1878 Eugène Rouher sold it for 2,361,500 gold francs to Baron Maurice de Hirsch, who enlarged it with the neighbouring houses.

The grand reception hall showcases Louis XIV style decor, reflecting the refined taste of its residents for French craftsmanship and formal entertaining. The rooms served as spaces for important gatherings and social occasions.

The building is centrally located near major attractions and accessible by public transport, but it is not open to visitors as it currently serves the French presidential administration. Those interested can admire the exterior architecture and explore the surrounding area.

The dining room keeps its waxed-oak rocaille panelling from the Château de Bercy, with overdoor paintings by Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer, still in place. The gallery held two Boulle marquetry commodes costing 500,000 gold francs each. The ballroom's mirrored doors copied the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles.

The community of curious travelers

AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 92,692 contributors worldwide.

Start exploring
Architects
Hector-Martin Lefuel, Léon Chatenay
GPS coordinates
48.86880,2.31670
Latest update
October 25, 2026 04:13
Reviews
Share your experience

No review yet

Discussions
Start a discussion...

No discussion yet

« Hôtel de Hirsch - Private mansion in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, France » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot
❝

A unique approach to discovering new places❞

— Le Figaro

❝

All the places worth exploring❞

— France Info

❝

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞

— 20 Minutes

Around Us
Travel Guide & Maps
Download

Send to your phone

QR Code
1

Open the camera app on your mobile.

2

Point at the QR code with your camera. A notification will appear.

3

Tap the notification to open the link.