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From the perfect hotel room with a view of the Sacré-Cœur to the bistro where the menu is written on a chalkboard: Paris is at its best when you know where to be.
What to Do in Quartier Latin: Insider Tips
Quartier Latin is where Paris doesn't need to prove itself. Narrow streets, a centuries-old market, and restaurants with menus on chalkboards. Here are my personal tips for truly experiencing the neighborhood, not just ticking it off a list.
Belleville in Paris: Stroll, Savor and the Best Addresses in the District
Belleville isn't the district you'll find in your first Paris guide. It's rawer than the Marais, less elegant than Saint-Germain, but all the more authentic. These are my favorite restaurants, cafés, and hotels in one of Paris's most eclectic neighborhoods.
The Classic Brasserie in Paris: 5 Places I Would Choose Myself
An evening at a true Parisian brasserie isn't about nostalgia—it's simply a good night out. From the glass dome at Bofinger to the oldest café in Paris at Le Procope: five places I would choose, along with honest tips on where to sit and what to order.
Step Off the Eurostar, Right Into Your Room: 4 Hotels Near Paris Gare du Nord That Stand Out
For those arriving in Paris by train, there's no need to walk far for a great hotel. Here are four hotels near Paris Gare du Nord I'd choose myself, from vintage and colorful to train romance, all within walking distance of the station.
Hotel des Grandes Écoles: My Favorite Hotel in Paris
Hotel des Grandes Écoles is not a design hotel or a boutique hotel. It's a charming guesthouse in the heart of the Latin Quarter, with a courtyard that makes you forget you're in the middle of Paris. Here's why I keep coming back.
Cycling in Paris: Here Are Your Options
Paris has become a city for cyclists, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy it. From an organized tour with a Dutch-speaking guide to riding on your own with a good e-bike or a Lime bike on the corner: these are the four options I personally use.
Paris Food Halls: 5 Spots to Eat More Than You Planned
From a small oyster at the fish vendor to Italian pasta in an old train station, here are the five food halls in Paris I would personally choose, with one still on my list.
Terminus Nord: the brasserie you spot before you even leave Gare du Nord
Terminus Nord is right across from Gare du Nord and the best reason to pause before heading into the city. Whether it's for lunch, breakfast before catching your train back, or simply because after three hours on the Eurostar, you're craving oysters and a glass of wine.
Staying in the Marais: 7 Boutique Hotels with Character
Looking for a boutique hotel in the Marais? These 7 hotels combine the perfect location with authentic Parisian charm. Personally selected by Carole.
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What to Do in Quartier Latin: Insider Tips
Quartier Latin is where Paris doesn't need to prove itself. Narrow streets, a centuries-old market, and restaurants with menus on chalkboards. Here are my personal tips for truly experiencing the neighborhood, not just ticking it off a list.
Belleville in Paris: Stroll, Savor and the Best Addresses in the District
Belleville isn't the district you'll find in your first Paris guide. It's rawer than the Marais, less elegant than Saint-Germain, but all the more authentic. These are my favorite restaurants, cafés, and hotels in one of Paris's most eclectic neighborhoods.
The Classic Brasserie in Paris: 5 Places I Would Choose Myself
An evening at a true Parisian brasserie isn't about nostalgia—it's simply a good night out. From the glass dome at Bofinger to the oldest café in Paris at Le Procope: five places I would choose, along with honest tips on where to sit and what to order.
Paris Google Maps guide
Hundreds of tested Paris addresses, categorised and ready to open in Google Maps.