Parc Monceau: Paris’s Most Elegant Hidden Park
Tucked away in the 8th arrondissement, Parc Monceau offers Renaissance arches, Belle Époque charm, and a glimpse of aristocratic Paris far from the tourist crowds.
Walking the Grands Boulevards: Paris’s 19th-Century Legacy
From Opera to République, Paris’s grand boulevards tell the story of Haussmann’s transformation. Discover the theaters, cafés, and covered passages along these sweeping avenues.
Discovering the 11th Arrondissement: Paris’s Creative Edge
From Bastille to Oberkampf, the 11th arrondissement pulses with independent boutiques, lively bars, and authentic Parisian energy. Here’s your guide to one of Paris’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
The Best Fromageries in Paris: Where to Buy Cheese
From creamy Camembert to aged Comté, discover Paris’s finest cheese shops where expert affineurs guide you through France’s greatest culinary treasure.
A Guide to Père Lachaise Cemetery: Art, History, and Peace
More than a burial ground, Père Lachaise is Paris’s most beautiful open-air museum—a hillside garden where cobblestone paths lead to Gothic chapels, moss-covered tombs, and the final resting places of legends.
The Paris Exiles: Irish Revolutionaries Who Found Refuge in the City of Light
Irish revolutionaries including James Stephens (Fenian founder) and Maud Gonne lived in exile in Paris in the 19th/early 20th centuries, and the Irish tricolour was explicitly modelled on the French flag.
Day Trip to Chantilly: Château, Horses, and Cream
Just 40 minutes north of Paris, the Château de Chantilly offers a Renaissance castle, legendary stables, priceless art, and the birthplace of whipped cream — all without Versailles crowds.
Musée Marmottan Monet: Paris’s Hidden Impressionist Treasure
Tucked away in the 16th arrondissement, the Musée Marmottan Monet houses the world’s largest collection of Claude Monet’s work—including the painting that gave Impressionism its name.
The Seine by Boat: A Guide to Paris River Cruises
From hour-long sightseeing tours to dinner cruises and the Batobus hop-on-hop-off, here’s how to experience Paris from the water—and which boat is right for you.
How to Use the Paris Museum Pass: A Complete Guide
The Paris Museum Pass unlocks 60+ museums and monuments across the city. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of it, from which sites to prioritize to insider tips for skip-the-line access.