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Hi Costel! Get ready for 6 days in Paris

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Central Paris gleams like a golden chariot that's beenpolished to perfection.

Paris is a magnet for lovers and their beloved; a sleepless andsophisticated capital fueled by champagne and dreams, with an unwaveringallure for the world's art and culture connoisseurs.

Take a Visual Tour of the City

Practical Information–Good to Know

Language: French Currency: EUR

Time Zone: GMT (+02:00) Country Code: +33

Voltage: 230 V Electrical Socket: Type E Plug

Eiffel Petit Louvre

1 Rue De Lourmel - Paris, France

Check-inSaturday, October 3, 2015 (from15:00)

Check-outFriday, October 9, 2015 (11:30 -12:00)

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Getting Around

!Air – Roissy Charles de GaulleThe RER B suburban citytrain connects Charles deGaulle to Gare du Nord, andbeyond – it runs every 10minutes from 5 am to 11:30pm, costs around EUR 9.50and the ride to central Paristakes about 50 minutes. Youcan also catch the Roissybusshuttle to Opéra – it operatesevery 15-30 minutes between5:45 am and 11 pm, takes 45to 60 minutes and costs EUR10.50. Taxis are readilyavailable, cost around EUR50-70 and take 35-60 minutesdepending on traffic.

!Air – Orly

There are a few transportationoptions from Orly to the centerof Paris. Catch the Orlybusoutside terminal entrances Gor D, which takes 20 minutesand costs approximately EUR7.50. For the train, catch theORLYVAL shuttle train toAntony RER Station (around 8minutes) then line B towardsMitry-Claye (approx. EUR10.90 for the full trip). Taxisare readily available at OrlyAirport – taxi stands areoutside exits L and M andcost around EUR 40–55 to thecenter.

"Train

Paris’s train system is wellorganized and connects theentire city. There is no"central station" as such, butGare du Nord to the north ofParis has many connectionsto the airports, RER lines (ahigh-speed suburban rail),Metro lines 4 and 5, andEurostar and Thalys trains tointernational cities. GareMontparnasse in the south ofParis and Gare de Lyon in theeast have high-speed nationaltrain services to west, southand east of France.

#Metro

The Paris Metro is the fastestand most reliable way tomove around – once you getthe hang of it. Services runfrom 5:30 am – 1:30 amSunday to Thursday (until2:15 am on Fridays,Saturdays and the day beforepublic holidays). One-waytickets cost approximatelyEUR 1.70, ask for a "carnet"of 10 for 13.70, or pay EUR6.80 for a one-day ticket,which includes unlimitedtravel in central Paris (zones 1and 2). Tickets are availableat multilingual machines in thestation. Watch out forpickpockets!

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$Bus

Although there are many busroutes, traffic jams often makejourneys slow. Wherepossible, stick to the Metro. Ifyou do travel by bus, thereare 64 routes that runbetween 5:45 am and 12:30am weekdays and from 7 am– 8:30 pm Sundays. The 73route goes up the Champs-Elysées and past the Arc deTriomphe, and the 69 goespast the Eiffel Tower. Ticketsare available on board andcost around EUR 2 for asingle journey, but it’s best tobuy a "carnet" of 10 at thenearest Metro station.

%Taxi

Taxis are readily available incentral Paris – just hail one onthe street or stop at one of themany taxi stands, usuallylocated near the Metrostations. Taxis are reasonablypriced by European standardsand a ten-minute ride inmoderate city traffic will costaround EUR 15. There'susually a minimum charge ofEUR 6.40. Some drivers maysometimes ask where you’retraveling to before you get in,even though it's technicallyforbidden.

&Car

Driving in Paris is not for thefaint of heart. Trafficcongestion is a continuousproblem, especially between 8– 11 am and 5 – 8 pm.Finding on-street parking (freeafter 7 pm) is difficult and youmust have a "carte destationnement" for pay-and-display machines (available attabacs for EUR 15 or EUR40). Road conditions are goodand the highways easilyconnect you to other Frenchand international cities.

'Bike

One of the most pleasantways to see the City of Lightsis with pedal power. Pick up abike from one of hundreds of"Velib"-branded stationsthroughout the city – most arewithin 300 yards of each otherin the most populated parts ofthe city. You don’t need tosubscribe – just bring a creditcard, buy a ticket from themeter and you’re ready to go.Journeys of less than 30minutes are free; anythinglonger then tickets costaround EUR 1.70 per day,and EUR 8.00 for seven days.

How to Get to Eiffel Petit Louvre

From Paris - Charles De GaulleAirport by TaxiA taxi from the airport usuallycosts EUR 60 and takesabout 50 minutes to get towhere you're staying. Pricescan be higher and travel timelonger during peak hours.

From Denfert-RochereauMetro Station by TrainThe train departs every 15minutes.It costs around EUR10 and takes about 60minutes.The closest trainstation to Eiffel Petit Louvre isDenfert-Rochereau MetroStation.

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Explore by DistrictDiscover the coolest districts – nominated by our recent guests

15th arr.

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(In the 20th century, manyartists had their studios inLa Ruche (The Hive), anarea that quickly becamethe artistic heart of Paris.In the densely populated15th arrondissement, findthe Porte de VersaillesExhibition Centre, theAquaboulevard aquaticpark, and the artificialisland of Île aux Cygnes,which contains a replicaof the Statue of Liberty.

10th arr.Paris’ ethnically diverse10th arrondissement is adensely populated centerof trade and commerce.Château Rouge is anarea filled with storesselling African goods andGare du Nord is its Indiancounterpart. There areplenty of budget bars andrestaurants and thebanks of Canal SaintMartin are popular picnicspots in the summer.

11th arr.Bastille is packed withcafés, restaurants,nightclubs, and thefamous roundabout. Takethe metro to République,a 300-yard-long squarethat contains the famousStatue de la Républiqueand doubles as a popularhangout for rollerbladers.Take Boulevard desFilles du Calvaire to theCirque d'Hiver theater, animportant events venue.

12th arr.Gare de Lyon is one ofEurope’s oldest stations.Inside you’ll find Le TrainBleu – the ornate décorand waiters in tuxedoswill transport you back100 years. Head East toBercy, an area withfoundations in the winetrade. The formerwarehouses of CourSaint-Émilion are now ashopping complex withmodern bars, restaurants,and a cinema.

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13th arr.From Avenue d’Ivry’slocal stores, head to theprimarily residentialButte-aux-Cailles. Thequaint winding streetsreveal plenty of localgems, like patisseriesand small restaurants.Les Docks - Cité de laMode et du Design is thenew fashion museum,which has a rooftopterrace with picturesqueviews over the Seine.

14th arr.In 1944, Paris wasliberated from the Nazisthrough the Ported'Orléans, one of themany gates to the city.The bustlingneighborhood shops andlively cafes around RueDaguerre still seem to becelebrating freedom. Forthe strong-hearted, visitthe Catacombs or themany graves of deBeauvoir and Sartre innearby MontparnasseCemetery.

16th arr.The artistic legacies ofRossini, Verdi and Balzaclive on in the eleganthouses, embassies andconsulates that occupythe 16th arrondissement.The Balzac Museum inthe picturesque hills ofPassy was once thehome of the legendaryartist. LongchampRacecourse and RolandGarros Tennis Stadiumattract the elite of Parisand beyond.

17th arr.The 17th arrondissementis divided into four distinctareas. Épinettes is mainlyresidential. ParcMonceau is a large parksurrounded bytownhouses, and Ternesand Wagram Streets inthe Quartier des Ternesare lively shopping areas.For a taste of trueParisian culture, visitBatignolles Market fromTuesday through Sunday.

18th arr.Wind your way uphillthrough the charmingcobblestone streets ofMontmartre to the Sacre-Coeur Basilica, which hasgreat views over Paris. Atthe bottom of the hill,Pigalle is a “strip” in everysense of the word – asmall boulevarddedicated to the oldestprofession. The area hasslowly evolved into a cluband bar mecca for youngParisians.Things to See & DoSacré-Cœur Basilica

19th arr.The popular ButtesChaumont Park is at thecenter of this district, with62 acres of hilly parkland,a lake, and a waterfall.Although mostlyresidential, these streetscome to life at night. Ifyou have concert tickets,head to the popularCentQuatre arts centerand Zenith, or the trendybars along La VilletteCanal.

1st arr.Many visitors headstraight for the Louvre,but it's worth exploringthe other landmarks,museums, shops,restaurants and bars thatmake up this small districton the right bank of theSeine River. The areaalso includes the westernpart of the Île de la Cité.Don’t miss the OrangerieMuseum, SainteChapelle, or the PalaisRoyal Gardens.Things to See & DoLouvre (Musée duLouvre)

20th arr.Historically, Belleville andMénilmontant wereworking-classneighborhoods thatevolved into ethnicallydiverse areas, popularwith artists andmusicians. There’s amedley of restaurantsand bars to enjoy, as wellas Parc de Belleville.Père Lachaise Cemeteryis the resting place ofOscar Wilde, JimMorrison, and MarcelProust.

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2nd arr.Paris’s 2ndarrondissement is aneclectic mix of cuisineand commerce. Shopunderneath the coveredwalkways of PassagesCouverts and visit GalerieVivienne to see themagnificent glass roofand floor. Later in theday, the area becomeseerily quiet when the 9-to-5 workers clear out.Rue Sainte-Anne hasmany Japaneserestaurants to explore.

3rd arr.Le Marais is known as amelting pot of diversecultural groups. Linedwith bookstores andboutiques, the area alsoincludes a triple-threat ofmuseums includingMusée Picasso, Muséedes Arts et Métiers, andMusée Carnavalet. TheGeorges PompidouCentre, a modern artmuseum, is a short walkaway down Rue desFrancs Bourgeois.

4th arr.The 4th arrondissementis brimming with galleries,covered walkways andmuseums. For a dose ofculture, head to theCarnavalet Museum, thePicasso Museum or theMétiers Art Museum,which is set in the prioryof Saint-Martin-des-Champs. Relax in Squaredu Temple or enjoy LesEnfants Rouges, a localethnic market.Things to See & DoNotre Dame de ParisThe Pompidou Centre(National Museum ofModern Art)

5th arr.The culturally vibrantLatin Quarter envelopsthe 5th and 6tharrondissements on theleft bank. There's anabundance of bistros andjazz bars scatteredaround the Saint-MichelFountain. The Pantheonis a monument devotedto French nationalheroes. The area istypically filled withstudents from theSorbonne, Paris' oldestuniversity.

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6th arr.Paris's 6tharrondissement isbordered by the Seine tothe north, and BoulevardMontparnasse to thesouth. Les Deux Magotsand Café de Flore servedspirits to Hemingway andSartre, and today theywelcome celebrities andtourists. The LuxembourgGardens are filled withsunbathers in summer,and Paris’s Jazz scenethrives in the basementclubs.

7th arr.The 7th arrondissementis elegant, traditional, andmade of money. Hôteldes Invalides is amuseum complexdedicated to Frenchmilitary history. Walkdown Rue SaintDominique to Paris'siconic tower – buy a ticketand up you go! Along thestreets, you'll findtypically French bakeriesand brasseries withstreet-side seating.Things to See & DoEiffel TowerMusée d'Orsay

8th arr.Paris’ famous shoppingstrip attracts both localsand tourists to its mix ofhigh-end and brand-name stores. Head toParc Monceau to see thefamous rotunda, or relaxon the banks of theSeine. The area is alsohome to governmentbuildings including thePresident's home, LePalais de l’Elysée, andthe Ministère del’Intérieur.Things to See & DoGrand PalaisChamps-Élysées

9th arr.The 9th arrondissementis the city's music hub,with countless theaters,music halls andmuseums, especiallythose around Faubourg-Montmartre. This area ishome to the FoliesBergère, an enduringlypopular entertainmentspot since the RoaringTwenties. For shopping,Galeries Lafayette andPrintemps are hugedepartment stores.Things to See & DoPalais Garnier OperaHouseGaleries Lafayette

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Paris City CenterLes Halles is at the heartof Paris – once a market,it's still bustling today, butas a transportation hub.Bookshops andboutiques line the streetsof the Latin Quarter, anarea steeped in academictradition. Visit thePantheon, a spectacularbuilding modeled afterthe Roman original.Check out Rue de Rivolifor brand-name shopsand the BHV departmentstore.Things to See & DoEiffel TowerGrand PalaisChamps-Élysées

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Popular AttractionsWe handpicked the top 10 classic sights, sorted by distance from where you're staying

Eiffel TowerMonuments

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Some say tower, otherssay upside-down ice-cream cone: there’s nodenying the fact that theEiffel Tower is one of theworld’s most iconicbuildings. Built for the1889 World Fair, thisiron-framed structurewas the world's tallestuntil the 1930s. Bravethe lines to enjoywindswept views ofParis, or a (costly) mealat the Jules VerneRestaurant.

Grand PalaisLandmarks

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As any event managerknows, any exhibition isimmediately enhancedby placing a 775,000-square-foot metalstructure above it. Thiswas the idea in turn-of-the-century Paris, whenthe Grand Palais wasconstructed for theUniversal Exhibition in1900, a kind of world fairfor European capitals.Every year, 2 millionvisitors stroll throughmore than 40 hugeevents.

Champs-ÉlyséesLandmarks

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Some hunt the wilds ofAfrica for the "Big 5,"others use their creditcard. If you’re game, buyjewelry fit for a king atBvlgari, Cartier,Swarovski, Louis Pionand Tissot (or moremoderately pricedfashion) on this exclusiveshopping street. Oncethe shopping buzz wearsoff, spoil your appetitewith Ladurée’s deliciousmacaroons, with flavorsthat would make Marie-Antoinette blush.

Musée d'OrsayMuseums

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In the halcyon days ofthe early 19th century,the Impressionistspainted moments ofbeauty that were foreverfrozen in time. Get sweptaway by the romanticbeauty of Impressionismat this museum, one ofthe world’s greatest odesto modern art. VanGogh's "Starry NightOver the Rhone" is partof the dazzling collectionon display in this formertrain station.

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Louvre (Musée du Louvre)Museums

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During World War II, theLouvre’s treasures werehidden in remote cornersof France. Most of thework has been faithfullyreturned, so you cangaze into Mona Lisa’seyes through bulletproofglass, salute themysterious Venus deMilo or bask in thepreternatural glow of theMarie de Medici cycle.Fun fact: it would takeyou 100 years to visitevery work of art for 30seconds.

Palais Garnier Opera HouseTheaters

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"Of all the noises knownto man, opera is the mostexpensive," quippedMolière. In this case, it'sthe lavish interior of thetheater itself that cost apretty penny. On a quietday, you can almost hearChristine and Erikrunning throughGarnier’s secretpassageways – thetheater was thelegendary inspiration for“Phantom of the Opera.”

Galeries LafayetteShopping Areas

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With a bit of work andsome basic sewing skills,a small shard of fabriccan one day become aquilt. In 1893, twocousins expanded theirsmall tailor shop intowhat is today Europe'slargest department store.The fashion collectionshere span three buildingsand over 750,000 squarefeet of retail space,enough to justify aguided tour or a personalshopper for a fashionsplurge.

Notre Dame de ParisMonuments

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Victor Hugo's Quasimodomight not be lurking inthe shadows, but thatdoesn't mean you can't!Explore every nook ofthis enormous cathedral,including the 13th-century organ. Head upthe north tower to fullyappreciate theimpressive masonry, oradmire it from outside –the stone gargoyles looklike they're about toswoop down and grabyour sandwich, so watchout!

The Pompidou Centre(National Museum of Modern

Art)Museums

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This space-age buildingis definitely a pomp-a-do,not a pomp-a-don't.Former FrenchPresident, GeorgesPompidou, had thiscontroversial buildingbuilt in the 1960s. Love itor hate it, it's France'spremier modern artgallery. Dali, Munch,Lucian Freud and RoyLichtenstein have alladorned the walls (andspaces) in the past fiveyears alone.

Sacré-Cœur BasilicaMonuments

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Ascend Montmartre’sstairway to heaven. Builtbetween 1875 and 1914on the "Hill of Martyrs,"this church survived twoworld wars without ascratch. Step inside toview the bright ceilingmosaic of Jesus Christ,or ascend the stairs tothe dome. The hilltopviews of Paris arepopular with starry-eyedromantics and baguette-loving tourists alike.

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00331 40 67 11 162

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Le Taghit

Only 2.5 km away063, rue de l'Ouest -75014 Paris

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0331 432025572

3Mid-Range

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/Indian

Bassanti

Only 2.6 km away03, rue Larochelle 75014Paris

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0331 404705002

3Mid-Range

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New Aqib

Only 3.5 km away047 rue Mr le prince,75006 Paris

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newaqib.fr5

3Mid-Range

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/MiddleEastern

Loubnane

Only 4.0 km away029 rue Gallande, 75005Paris

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0331 432670602

3Mid-Range

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/MiddleEastern

Saïdoune

Only 4.2 km away035, rue Legendre, 75017Paris

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00331 476383082

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Le Petit Gourmet

Only 4.5 km away039 rue du FaubourgMontmartre, 75009 Paris

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00331 839719342

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Le Jumeyrah

Only 6.4 km away0101 rue Saint Maur,75011 Paris

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0331 431408692

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Tarim Ouïghour

Only 6.4 km away074, rue Jean-PierreTimbaud, 75011 Paris

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00331 435504732

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La Palme

Only 7.0 km away028 avenue de la Portedes Poissonniers, 75018Paris

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00331 426234462

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Les Enfants Terribles

Only 7.5 km away0160 boulevard deCharonne, 75020 Paris

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0331 434324612

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City SecretsThe best-kept secrets, straight from our local Paris team

Marie-Luzhas lived inParis for 8years and

loves to hangout on the

Right Bank.

Les Passages Couverts deParis (Covered Passages)

by Marie-LuzThe 19th-centurywalkways of the 2nddistrict are perfect forexploration. Thesepassages provide aglimpse of the luxury andbourgeois living in "oldParis." Shop here fornostalgic wares or visitthe Grevin Museum onPassage Jouffroy.

4 Rue des Petits-Champs, 5 Rue de laBanque, 6 Rue Vivienne,145 Rue Saint-Denis, 8Rue Dussoubs, 75002ParisShow on map

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Helen haslived in five

parts of Parisand loves

discoveringnew and off-beat areas.

Ile-Saint-Louisby Helen

Take a romantic walk onthe banks of the Ile-Saint-Louis. You’ll spotlovers being serenadedby youthful musicians.From here, you’ll haveviews of Notre Dame, thespectacular Parisiansunset, and possiblysmiling tourists wavingfrom the Seine CruiseTour boat.

Place Louis Aragon,Quai de Bourbon, 75004ParisShow on map

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It was alwaysValentina’s

dream to livein Paris – itcame true 3years ago.

Le Comptoir Généralby Valentina

Le Comptoir Général is acultural haven whereyou’ll find a bar, a smallrestaurant that offersAfrican and Asianspecialties and a gardenwith tropical plants. You’llalso find a vintage shopand many exhibitionsthroughout the year.

80 Quai de Jemmapes,75010 ParisShow on map

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www.lecomptoirgeneral.com

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Anne haslived in Parisfor her entirelife and lovesexploring the"City of Light."

Le Marché des EnfantsRougesby Anne

Le Marché des EnfantsRouges is a food marketto suit any taste. Thereare many differentstands, includingLebanese and Italian. Ipersonally fell in lovewith the colors andvibrancy of this uniqueenvironment.

39 Rue de Bretagne,75003 ParisShow on map

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Zoraidaplanned to

move to Parisfor only 7

months – buthas stayed forthree years!

Salsa dancingby Zoraida

Every summer, thebanks of the Seinebetween the Arab WorldInstitute and Ile SaintLouis are filled with thesounds of Latino musicand salsa dancing. Non-dancers can just sit backwith a glass of wine andenjoy the show.

Quai Saint-Bernard,75005 ParisShow on map

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After 2 years,Silvia is stillsurprised by

Paris andloves

discoveringits hiddentreasures.

Tea in the Mosqueby Silvia

After a stroll in Jardin desPlantes, relax in TheMosque in Paris. Inaddition to being a placeof worship, it’s a beautifularchitectural site andincludes a hammam,restaurant and tearoom.Enjoy hot tea with someNorth African pastries.

39 Rue Saint-Hilaire,75005 ParisShow on map

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Marilynalways

carries apocket map to

navigateParis – muchmore reliable

than asmartphone!

Promenade Plantéeby Marilyn

From Place de la Bastilleto the Paris ring, an oldrailway line has beentransformed into anelevated linear park thatoffers 4.7 kilometers (3miles) of pristine greenspace. Go for a walkhere and enjoy thepeaceful atmosphere.

Place de la Bastille,75012 Paris

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Ellen’s life inParis began 5

years ago,living on ahouseboatnext to the

Eiffel Tower.

Canal Saint-Martinby Ellen

The banks of CanalSaint-Martin are theperfect place to spend ahot summer night inParis. Enjoy a picnic withyour friends down by thewater, or grab a pint oftakeaway beer from oneof adjacent bars.

Quai de Valmy, 75010ParisShow on map

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Guillaumeloves Parisianarchitecture

anddiscovering

the city’smany hidden

treasures.

Christmas marketsby Guillaume

Christmas is my favoritetime of the year in Paris!Every district has its ownmarket, some of whichhave ice-skating rinks.There are themeddecorations in thewindows of GaleriesLafayette and Printempsthat are worth the visitalone.

Marie-Anneloves Paris's

contradictionsand always

feels at homein this intense

andpassionate

city.

Picnic at the ButtesChaumont

by Marie-AnneFor a truly Parisianpicnic, blend in with thelocals in Paris’sNortheast. Pick up somebaguettes and cheese atRue de Belleville’sboulangeries andfromageries, then find atranquil spot in ButtesChaumont. Don’t forgetyour bottle opener!

Parc des ButtesChaumont, 75019 Paris

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