Place de la Concorde

Why take a photo here?
Place de la Concorde is the largest square in Paris and one of its most striking. With the Luxor Obelisk at its center, the ornate fountains, and views stretching toward the Champs-Élysées and the Eiffel Tower, it’s a spectacular Instagram backdrop. The square combines history, symmetry, and Parisian grandeur in a single shot.

Best time to shoot:
Golden hour or blue hour, when the fountains and obelisk are dramatically lit and the traffic lights add movement to your photos.

Pro tip:
Stand near the fountains to capture the obelisk with the Eiffel Tower in the background. For a symmetrical composition, shoot straight across the square with the Champs-Élysées perfectly framed.

See photos taken here on Instagram