Map Of Paris
Map of Paris
Paris is the capital city of France and one of the most recognisable cities in the world. Viewing Paris on a map helps place the city in geographic context — within France, Europe, and the wider world.
Where Paris Is Located in France
Paris is located in northern France along the River Seine. It sits at the centre of the Île-de-France region and serves as the political, cultural, and economic heart of the country.
On a map of France, Paris appears slightly north of the country’s geographic centre, giving it a strategic position within Western Europe.
Where Paris Sits on a World Map
On a world map, Paris is located in Western Europe, north of the Mediterranean Sea and west of Central Europe. Its position places it firmly within the Northern Hemisphere and close to the Prime Meridian.
Interactive Map of Paris
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Paris Coordinates
- Latitude: 48.8566° N
- Longitude: 2.3522° E
These coordinates place Paris north of the Equator and just east of the Prime Meridian, which passes through Greenwich, London.
Paris Arrondissements Overview
Paris is divided into 20 administrative districts known as arrondissements. They are arranged in a spiral pattern starting from the city centre and moving outward clockwise.
Which Hemisphere Is Paris In?
- Northern Hemisphere
- Eastern Hemisphere
This means Paris experiences seasonal patterns typical of the Northern Hemisphere and lies east of the Prime Meridian.
The Antipode of Paris
The antipode of Paris is the point on Earth located directly opposite the city. Due to the distribution of land and ocean, the antipode of Paris lies in the Pacific Ocean.
Paris Map as a Physical Print
Paris can also be explored as a physical map artefact, showing the city in local and global context — from its arrondissements to its position on Earth.
Available as a limited Antipode map artefact.
