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Tourism and Shopping in Paris: The Galeries Lafayette

Tourism and Shopping in Paris: The Galeries Lafayette

The Galeries Lafayette is without doubt the most beautiful shopping mall in Paris. The department store is globally famous for its jaw-dropping art nouveau architecture and stunning window displays during the Christmas season. Loved by both locals and tourists alike, the Galeries Lafayette is a fun place to visit. No Paris shopping trip is complete without at least a visit to the Galeries Lafayette. This is the ultimate Paris shopping experience.

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Your Complete Guide to Montmartre in Paris

Your Complete Guide to Montmartre in Paris

There’s something about Montmartre.
Located in the northern part of Paris, in the 18th arrondissement, Montmartre is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful districts in Paris. It is also known as one of Paris’ most charming and romantic neighborhoods.
Whether you’re visiting Montmartre for the first time or the twentieth, here are the 24 very best things to see and do, plus tips on how to get there, essential things to know before you go, best time to visit, where to eat and where to stay.

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A Travel Guide to Île de la Cité in Paris

A Travel Guide to Île de la Cité in Paris

On Île de la Cité, you’ll find some of the most important historical monuments that have made Paris so iconic in the world. There is the magnificent Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral of course (which is unfortunately under reconstruction after the terrible fire that struck the cathedral on April 15th 2019), but you’ll also find the incredibly stunning Sainte-Chapelle, the infamous Conciergerie and the beautiful flower market. Île de la Cité is a remarkable microcosm not to be missed. A must-see in Paris!

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A Guide to Visiting the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

A Guide to Visiting the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

The Arc de Triomphe is an icon of Paris and one of the most imposing and distinctive landmarks of France. Located at the western end of the Champs-Élysées,at the center of the enormous ‘Place Charles de Gaulle’ (formerly ‘Place de l’Etoile’), the Arc de Triomphe is a tribute to all soldiers who fought and died for France. If you’re planning to go see the Arc de Triomphe, here’s everything you need to know before you visit.

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Palais-Royal: A hidden oasis in the heart of Paris

Palais-Royal: A hidden oasis in the heart of Paris

The Palais Royal is often overlooked and ignored by tourists, and that’s the main reason why we like it. Unlike the Tuileries garden, the Palais-Royal (meaning “Royal Palace” in French) and its little garden are a quiet refuge in the heart of Paris; and trust me, this is very rare in the 1st arrondissement!

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A Guide to la Conciergerie, Marie Antoinette’s prison

A Guide to la Conciergerie, Marie Antoinette’s prison

There are many amazing sites to discover in Paris and Ile de la Cite is definitely one of them. For those who don’t know the place, the Conciergerie is the beautiful building located on the western part of the Ile de la Cité in the 1st arrondissement. La Conciergerie has been on our bucket list for quite some time but we eventually visited the monument last November.

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