Bercy Paris

Bercy is a former commune that was annexed into the city of Paris in the 1860s. Located on the east side of Paris, Bercy is the home of the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy and also the Ministry of Finances. The ministry building itself is a modern structure, constructed in the 1980s. Beyond its governmental purpose, the structure is famous for its design. It includes immediate access to the river Seine for VIP travelers who must get to or from this building in a hurry. Travelers who seek out discount hotels near Bercy in Paris will also find the Palais is a hotspot for national and international events. Home to such sports as tennis, gymnastics, boxing and more, it also plays host to major concerts. The venue, in fact, has been used by such notable musicians as The Rolling Stones, The Who, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen.