Which stay in Paris ?

Which kind of stay in Paris ?

This question leads you to consider several parameters

1.  What are the dates of your stay in Paris? In France, we have many public holidays, national or other, which can be an opportunity or a nuisance for tourists.

2. Which season ? It is very different to visit Paris in Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter in particular because of températures

3. How long time in Paris? The priorities will be very different if you are in Paris for 2 or 5 days.

4. What type of stay in Paris, for a special occasion ? A honeymoon is bound to be different from a family holiday!

5. Things you would like to visit? Everyone has options, even among the “unavoidable sites”.

6. Choose the area you want your hotel – Or do you already have an address for your hotel?

In this section, you’ll find all the information you need

You need to know about each of the above parameters, and even about many others you’re not considering at the moment.

It’s important to have a precise idea of the trip you’re planning now. Paris is vast, with many and varied things to see, and you won’t see everything. Having in mind your type of stay will enable you to eliminate what interests you the least and keep what you’d like to see now during this visit, and even plan what overflows your final schedule, for a future stay.

All the basic articles to help you avoid oversights

Oversights could disrupt your stay. And this section leads naturally to the following, in particular 5. Visit Paris on foot … or by boat,  7. Your daily life during your stay or 8. How to dress, weather, temperature and fashion

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One to 10 day stays

The jewels of the Crown of France, its eventful history

The jewels of the Crown of France have a tumultuous and intriguing history that mirrors the shifting fortunes of the French monarchy itself. Over centuries, they were symbols of royal authority, wealth, and splendor, embodying the power of the French crown through dazzling gems, ceremonial items, and regalia used for coronations, weddings, and state ceremonies. The story of these jewels involves periods of embellishment, theft, political upheaval, and ultimately dispersal,

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One to 10 day stays

Theft of the crown jewels during the French Revolution

The theft of the French Crown Jewels during the French Revolution is one of the most audacious and legendary heists in French history. In September 1792, amid the chaotic events of the Revolution, a group of thieves managed to steal a significant portion of the French royal crown jewels, including some of the most famous diamonds and precious gemstones in Europe. Here’s a detailed account of this remarkable event. Note

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One to 10 day stays

The Queen’s necklace affair: everything you need to know

The Affair of the Queen’s Necklace is one of the most resounding scandals in the history of the French monarchy, marking the end of the Ancien Régime and tarnishing the reputation of Queen Marie-Antoinette. The scandal involved court intrigue, conspiracy and manipulation, all revolving around an extravagantly valuable diamond necklace. Here’s everything you need to know to understand this complex affair, which played a significant role in the troubles that

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Cultural places

2000 years history of France, 13 political figures who made it

2000 years history of France. But the history of what became France began much earlier. In the Palaeolithic period. At the Bois-de-Riquet site in Lézignan-la-Cèbe, Hérault, one of the oldest known human traces on French soil was discovered, dated between 1.1 and 1.2 million years ago. From 350,000 years ago, Neanderthal man was present in France. From 42,000 years ago, Homo sapiens arrived in France and occupied the territories of

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One to 10 day stays

Notre-Dame Reopening on December 8th, 2024 – An awaited moment

The reopening of Notre-Dame has been eagerly awaited since April 15, 2019. December 7 and 8, 2024 will be dates that will mark the history of Notre-Dame, just as much as that of its fire. It will be the day of the cathedral’s rebirth for centuries to come. (“for ever and ever”). More detailed information is available on our website: A two-stage Notre-Dame Reopening December 7 is the day on

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Guided Walks

20 departures for walks, self-guided, in Touristic Paris

20 departures for walks and to organize your visit to Paris. Self-guided walks. These walks should be seen as a complement to the monuments, museums and cathedrals that are essential parts of any stay in Paris. They are indispensable for tourists who want to go beyond the usual clichés in their knowledge of Paris and Parisians. These are relaxing and instructive walks, “interspersed” with “gourmet” relaxation breaks. To book airfares

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Guided walks, Relaxation breaks and shopping, Cruises

Relaxation breaks on Pompidou-Bastille walk, choosing the best shops

Relaxation breaks on Pompidou-Bastille walk are always welcome. There’s plenty to see on this stroll, which starts just outside the Musée-Pompidou and winds its way through the Marais district. This district is unique in that it is both historically the district of the Jewish community in Paris and more recently the world-famous gay district. What are “Relaxation breaks on Pompidou-Bastille walk” in the Marais district The “Relaxation breaks on Pompidou-Bastille

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20 Self-guided walks

Relaxation breaks to walk down Montmartre hill without fatigue

Relaxation breaks to walk down Montmartre are always appreciated: it is usually at the end of the day after hours of walk, visits and shopping. Fortunately the relaxation breaks on the western side of the Montmartre hill that we recommend you to take are numerous and varied. You can even combine your return with our walk Musée-de-Montmartre to Pigalle which follows this route. We have planned also 2 more self-guided

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20 Self-guided walks

Relaxation breaks on the way to the Sacré-Cœur by Montmartre-sud

Relaxation breaks on the way to the Sacré-Cœur are always welcome when you visit the hill of Montmartre, a steep neighborhood with narrow streets. We have planned 3 self-guided walks of the Butte Montmartre, and for each of them, 13 to 25 points of interest. In addition, each walk is punctuated with relaxation breaks at the shops along the way. Map of the 3 walks on the Butte Montmartre Voir

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20 Self-guided walks

Relaxation breaks on the Butte-Montmartre top of Paris walk

Butte-Montmartre relaxation breaks are always welcome when you visit this sloping neighborhood with its narrow streets. We have planned 3 self-guided walks of the Butte and for each one, relaxation breaks at the shopkeepers, along the walks or strolls. Map of our 3 walks on the Butte Montmartre Voir en plein écran (To see the full screen map) What is a Relaxation breaks on the Butte-Montmartre ? These “Relaxation Breaks”

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Guided walks, Relaxation breaks and shopping, Cruises

July 14th in Paris: what to see – what to avoid

July 14th in Paris, the day of the national holiday! It is an event not only for the French.In the collective mind, it goes back to the French Revolution of 1789, which is false. However, it is quite a symbol. It is the occasion for events in which everyone can participate, even those who are just passing through France, like tourists. Below is a summary of everything that happens in

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Cruise-on-the-Seine in Paris, choose services, embarkation port and price

Cruises on the romantic Parisian-canals – Just exit the metro

Cruises on the romantic Parisian-canals are also part of the Parisian cruises that are not limited to cruises on the Seine. We present here less known, more intimate and so romantic cruises … And yet, these cruises start in the City of Paris: you will take one of these boats by taking the metro first, as simple as that and the port of embarkment is at the exit of the

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Cruise-on-the-Seine in Paris, choose services, embarkation port and price

Cruise-on-the-Seine in Paris, choose services, embarkation port and price

A “Cruise-on-the-Seine” is one of the privileged and awaited moments by the tourists. It is indeed difficult to visit Paris without taking a tour on the Seine, because the view on the city is totally different: it is a relaxing synthesis of monuments, museums and other historical or not buildings, which mark the course of the boats. You wish a cruise-promenade, a romantic outing, an exceptional event or simply a

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Visiting Paris the 1st time – for 2 days or more

Visiting Paris the 1st time is a unic and special stay. It has to be a succès. Its duration should be at least 2 days, even if you follow our recommendations below to approach your stay “efficiently” from your first day. We suggest you to choose among 4 options and 6 solutions to apply from your arrival and avoid the rush of the end of your stay which will always

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