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Aerial view of the Halles district

A guided tour in the Halles district

Immerse yourself in a Parisian experience rich in cultural, artistic and culinary diversity through an unforgettable day in the Halles district. This historic district in the heart of Paris is home to a myriad of treasures. Iconic places with hidden addresses, offering a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity. In this article, we'll guide you through a series of engaging steps. From artistic discovery to tasting culinary delights, through the exploration of emblematic places. Prepare to experience a day rich in discoveries, flavors and wonder. Enjoy one of the most dynamic and lively neighborhoods in the City of Lights. Lunch at Café Joséphine Café Joséphine is a restaurant of great finesse dedicated to perpetuating the legacy of this legendary singer, dancer and actress. The menu reflects its atmosphere, offering dishes prepared with fresh, quality ingredients, in the purest French culinary tradition. The starters delight the taste buds. Find options such as half-cooked duck foie gras with spices…

Visit Paris differently with Les Canards de Paris

Looking for an original way to introduce your children to the discovery of the capital's treasures? Forget traditional boat trips or tourist buses. A whole new experience awaits you! It takes place aboard a means of transport that is as surprising as it is fun: Marcel le Canard, the first amphibious bus in Paris. Sporting propellers and a boat hull, Marcel the Duck is hard to miss. It offers a completely unique way to admire the city's most beautiful monuments. With its hybrid design, this bus like no other can navigate on water and travel on land. Thus offering an offbeat perspective during a memorable ride. An interactive and entertaining itinerary For nearly two hours, actors guide passengers through the city's historic monuments and emblematic places. All embellished with funny anecdotes. Imagine yourself passing the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower and even Monsieur Island in Sèvres… All while being accompanied by captivating stories. But …

Cruises and open-air cinema, the Vedettes de Paris give you an appointment for 5 days of madness!

Outdoor cinema season is on! For the occasion, the Vedettes de Paris moor their barges from August 23 to 27 for projections with their feet in the water. On the program, an aperitif cruise and a selection of films in tribute to the capital. Hey action! A great first for the Vedettes de Paris! If the iconic Seine company is used to making nearly a million people sail to discover the City of Light, this summer, it is a new kind of cruise that awaits Parisians and tourists. From August 23 to 27, the Vedettes de Paris make their cinema with an open-air device. It is in a 100% Parisian decor, surrounded by the Eiffel Tower and the Trocadéro esplanade (yes, just that!) that visitors will be able to attend screenings on the theme of Paris. Open-air screenings and feet in the water For the occasion, the quays of the port of Suffren, where the boats are moored, will be equipped with deckchairs and a giant screen for XXL cinema sessions. Every evening, after an aperitif on the water, …

A guided tour of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the spirit and emblem of the Left Bank

What is a guided tour? A walk off the beaten track? An original route? A dive into history, big and small? The discovery of a sometimes little-known heritage? Surprises at the corner of a street, behind a gate or a porte cochere? In reality, it's all that, and above all that, it's an enchanted interlude, an hour and a half of shared pleasure. Whether you are in love with Paris, the city of all superlatives... Whether you want to enrich your knowledge of history and art history... Whether you are passing tourists or born Parisians, re-discover the city differently with these guided walks. Among all the remarkable sites that the City of Lights abounds in, the Saint Germain des Prés district is one of the editorial staff's favorites. For its famous boulevard, of course, flanked by its magnificently restored church, and the legendary brasseries of Flore and Deux Magots. But not only. After a visit to the church, the oldest in Paris, destroyed and rebuilt many times, and whose recent restoration...

Guided tour in the Marais, the historic and cultural district par excellence

The districts blessed by the gods are not lacking in Paris. But there are some which, in addition to combining all the attractions of a city of art and history, have something indefinable and which carries you away, an atmosphere of joyful freedom. Le Marais is one of them. The Marais is THE historical and cultural district par excellence! A "must", or a must, in good French! It is also the only district that spills over into two boroughs, each of them concentrating a majority of architectural gems of incredible diversity. And to think that until the Middle Ages, there were only swamps there, which had to be drained, then subdivided! This was the mission of religious institutions, very present from the 13th century until the Revolution, then that of the aristocrats, who, to get closer to their king, settled in sumptuous mansions, between courtyard and garden, where they could dazzle their hosts, and which have come down to us. To walk in this district is therefore to discover these splendid residences, as well as the royal squares. Henri IV, the "builder king" has something to do with it...

The 20 gardens to relax in and around Paris

Paris is famous for its magnificent parks, squares and gardens. These green oases offer the opportunity to relax and enjoy nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In this article, we present to you the 20 most pleasant places to relax in Paris. Whether you are looking for an exotic garden, a hidden space or a place steeped in history, you will certainly find what you are looking for among these unique places. The most exotic: Tropical Agronomy Garden The Tropical Agronomy Garden, located in the Bois de Vincennes, is a real hidden treasure. This exotic garden is full of tropical plants and offers an exotic experience. You can stroll among majestic palm trees, colorful orchids and exotic flowers. The history of this garden is also fascinating, with remnants of colonial exhibits dating back to the early 45th century. Jardin d'Agronomie Tropicale – 75012 Av. de la Belle Gabrielle, XNUMX Paris The most soothing: the Bois de Boulogne The Bois de Boulogne is one of the green lungs of the capital. With its many…

The 7 literary spots of Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The literary soul of Saint-Germain endures over time. This heart of the Left Bank does not forget its mythical writers. Green squares and terraces in the 6th arrondissement invite you to toast to the memory of Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre. From Boris Vian, Paul Eluard, Hemingway among so many Germanopratine legends. Here, the past is present. The future outlines beautiful days for artistic creation. In this high place of cultural life, Paris has always been a party. Are in the game: Patrick Modiano, dear to rue Bonaparte, Fanny Ardant, along the banks of the Seine. To see or be seen, read or be read, here are seven sure values ​​where time stands still: Les Deux Magots In its green setting, this temple of elegance and literature is a must. This chic, intellectual and trendy place is really worth the detour. This year the Deux Magots price is celebrating its 90th birthday. On this occasion, the literary event will be awarded in September as originally. And no more …