About the area:
Montparnasse became famous at the beginning of the 20th century when it was the heart of intellectual and artistic life in Paris. It attracted people from all over the world who came to experience the bohemian lifestyle. The life of Montparnasse still centers around its cafes and nightclubs. The Musée du Montparnasse provides visitors with a history of the multitude of artists, plus it puts on temporary exhibitions of works by Montparnasse artists, both past and present. Other attractions include the Observatoire de Paris and the Tour Montparnasse.