Skip the overrated and explore 19 things in Paris that actually live up to the charm. From secret wine bars to iconic sights done right, this guide shows you how to enjoy the City of Light without the letdowns and crowds 🇫🇷
Montparnasse Tower
Skip the Eiffel Tower's crowds and take in panoramic city views from Montparnasse Tower, a sleek Parisian skyscraper.
See MoreMusée de l'Orangerie
Check out the Musée de l'Orangerie's Immersive Water Lilies, and explore this serene escape in the heart of the Tuileries.
See MoreDomaine de Sceaux, parc et musée départementaux
Parc de Sceaux is home to regal gardens, cherry blossoms, and Versailles vibes without all of the chaos.
See MoreParc Monceau
Wander through paths of elegant statues and taste a slice of aristocratic Parisian life at Parc Monceau.
See MoreCinémathèque Française
La Cinémathèque Française is an asbolute treasure trove for film lovers housed in a Gehry-designed landmark.
See MoreL’Avant Comptoir de la Terre
Stand-up dining, butter-slathered delights, and wine to match, it doesn't get more local than L’Avant Comptoir de la Terre.
See MoreMAP - Marché aux Puces de Paris Saint-Ouen
Come to Marché au Puces de Paris Saint-Ouen for vintage finds, antique oddities, and serious people-watching.
See MoreSeptime La Cave
A tiny, buzzy, bar, Septime La Cave is perfect for curated sips... And it has a cult following.
See MoreBAMBINO
Come into BAMBINO for vinyl-spun beats, low lighting, and a playful Parisian crowd.
See MoreTen Belles
Ten Belles 10 is the perfect morning pause... Third-wave coffee and canal-side calm, roasted with a purpose.
See MoreEarly June
Come to Early June for the hip, rotating chefs, seasonal menus, and a global twist on small plates.
See MoreFoyer de la Madeleine
Home-cooked French meals in a sacred, hidden setting, Foyer de la Madeleine is a bucket-list eat in Paris!
See MoreMarché couvert des Enfants Rouges
Explore Marché des Enfants Rouges for global street food, historic vibes, and a local-favorite lunch spot.
See MoreLa Station - Gare des mines
Head for a night out at La Station, the spot with industrial rave energy and cutting-edge sounds in a reclaimed coal hub.
See MoreMerci
Merci houses design-forward finds, curated fashion, and a cult café all in one! It's a must-see for shoppers in Paris.
See MoreLa Villette
Check the schedule for outdoor cinema in the park here! Pack a picnic, bottle of wine, and enjoy a classic film on a giant screen in the grassy amphitheater.
See MoreBar Nouveau
Retro glam meets mixology magic in this chic Belle Époque hideaway at Bar Nouveau.
See MoreBibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève
Admire the ironwork arches, scholarly silence, and pure aesthetic bliss at Sainte Geneviève Library of the Parisian Sorbonne Nouvelle University.
See MoreBibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) | Richelieu
The National Library of France (Bibliothèque nationale de France) displays a temple of books and light, with neoclassical grandeur to match.
See MorePiscine Molitor
A legendary pool reborn—think bikinis, cocktails, and bold design at Piscine Molitor.
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BookFormaticus - Bar à fromages / Fromagerie
Formaticus is a boutique fromagerie where passion meets pungent perfection.
See MoreTapisserie - Charonne
From the team behind Septime, at Tapisserie you can expect bold, beautiful bites.
See MoreShinya Pain
Japanese precision meets French tradition in every crusty, perfect loaf from Shinya Pain.
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