Le Train Bleu

Restaurants
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Like a Parisian

Restaurants

Paris dining at full historical volume
It sits inside Gare de Lyon, and it makes the most of it
The room is pure Belle Époque grandeur
It feels like a palace, not a station restaurant
The cuisine is classic French
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Gare de Paris-Lyon (Hall 1), 75012 Paris, France

Ralph’s

Restaurants
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Brunch Day

Restaurants

Paris through an American lens, and it works
It sits inside the Ralph Lauren Store Saint-Germain
Inside it’s all wood, leather, and East Coast club energy
The menu leans classic American
Our tip: book the courtyard and go for lunch
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173 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris, France

Foundation Louis Vuitton

Art
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Art Time

Art

Paris contemporary art with a statement
A must for architecture and art lovers
Exhibitions focus on modern and contemporary art
This is a destination, not a casual stop
Our tip: allow time for the art and the building itself
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8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, 75116 Paris, France

Le Bar Plaza Athénée

Bars
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Night Out

Bars

Paris drinking at its most polished
Iconic and unconventional design
The room is classic, intimate, and quietly opulent
The atmosphere is calm, refined, and very controlled
No chaos, no noise, just low-key luxury
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Hôtel Plazza Athénée, 25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris, France

The Hoxton

Bars
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Boutique Hotel

Bars

A strong pick for a more social, design-forward Paris
In an 18th-century hôtel particulier
Our tip: request a courtyard-facing room
The vibe is lively, design-led, and intentionally informal
The crowd is young, creative, and plugged into the city
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30-32 Rue du Sentier, 75002 Paris, France

Kong

Restaurants
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Asian Vibes

Restaurants

Futuristic, glossy, and slightly chaotic
Panoramic view above the Seine
The crowd is fashion, creatives, and curious visitors
The menu leans Asian fusion with a Paris twist
Our tip: go for lunch or sunset
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1 Rue du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris, France

Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain

Art
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Art Time

Art

Paris contemporary art with a sharper edge
Stunning architecture for design lovers
The exhibitions are bold and often unexpected
More experimental than classic museums
The crowd is creative, curious, and in the know
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261 Boulevard Raspail, 75014 Paris, France

Musée de l’Orangerie

Art
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Museum Addict

Art

Impressionist and post-impressionist art
One of Paris’ most serene museum experiences
Natural light, silence, and full immersion
Not hidden but a must for Paris first timers
Our tip: go early and take your time in the Monet rooms
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Jardin Tuileries, 75001 Paris, France

Musée Rodin

Art
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Art Time

Art

Dedicated to the sculpturer Auguste Rodin
One of Paris’ most quietly beautiful museums
Inside Hôtel Biron, a former mansion with serious charm
Raw, expressive, and still very modern
A must for art lovers who prefer space and light
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77 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris, France

Le Bon Marché

Art
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Shopping Lover

Art

Paris shopping at its most curated
This is not a typical department store
Edited, calm, and quietly luxurious exprience
The selection covers fashion, beauty, home, and design
Combination of fashion with art, culture and design
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24 Rue de Sèvres, 75007 Paris, France

L’Épicier

Bars
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Night Out

Bars

Small Paris spot that feels like a very well-kept secret
Morroccain vibes and charme
The vibe is intimate, warm, and quietly stylish
Unique speakeasy experience
Our tip: trust the menu, order a good bottle and go with friends
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24 Rue Notre Dame de Nazareth, 75003 Paris, France

Hotel Costes

Hotels
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Extraordinary Experience

Hotels

Mixing elegance with touches of baroque
Paris hospitality in an 18th century mansion
Opulent and a theatrical interior
Timeless and chic Parisian-style
The crowd is fashion and returning regulars
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7 Rue de Castiglione, 75001 Paris, France

Season

Restaurants
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Brunch Day

Restaurants

Paris brunch with a clean, wellness-leaning edge
It works for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch
International vibes with a French touch
Paris brunch with a clean, wellness-leaning edge
Our tip: go early or be ready to wait
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1 Rue Charles-François Dupuis, 75003 Paris, France

Galerie Dior

Art
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Museum Addict

Art

For fashion lovers
It sits at 30 Avenue Montaigne, Dior’s historic address
It sits at 30 Avenue Montaigne, Dior’s historic address
Have a coffee in the Dior cafe located inside
Our tip: book in advance and take your time
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11 Rue François 1er, 75008 Paris, France

Le Café Marly

Bars
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Aperitivo Time

Bars

Paris with a front-row seat to the Louvre
The menu is French brasserie style
The view does most of the work, and it knows it
Not a hidden gem, but a very good stage
Our tip: go early morning or late afternoon to enjoy it properly
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93 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France

Brach

Hotels
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Boutique Hotel

Hotels

In the 16th arrondissement, away from the obvious scene
It feels more like a private home than a hotel
A mix of locals, creatives, and those who know where to go
The rooftop comes with Eiffel Tower views
The atmosphere is social, but never loud
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1-7 Rue Jean Richepin, 75016 Paris, France

Restaurant La Mosquée de Paris

Restaurants
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Bite Out

Restaurants

One of Paris’ most unexpected escapes
The setting is the whole point
It feels miles away from Paris, in the best way
The cuisine is North African, classic and comforting
Our tip: go for lunch, then stay for tea in the courtyard
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39 Rue Geoffroy-Saint-Hilaire, 75005 Paris, France

Kith

Visits
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Shopping Lover

Visits

Part fashion store, part lifestyle playground
For design lovers and fashion aficionados
Sits inside the Palais Royal
Must visit spot
Sleek, minimal, and very New York meets Paris
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49 Rue Pierre Charron, 75008 Paris, France

Cuppa Café

Coffee
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Brunch Day

Coffee

Paris brunch with a personality
Brunch time in the Marais
For avo toast lovers and matcha addicts
Everything looks as good as it tastes
Our tip: go early, order something pretty, and lean into it
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86 Rue de l'Université, 75007 Paris, France

le grand véfour

Restaurants
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Ultra-chic Dining

Restaurants

Jewel of the 18th century "art décoratif"
One of Paris’ most historic dining rooms
2 Michelin stars
Calm, polished, and deeply Parisian vibe
Classic French cuisine with a modern refinement
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17 Rue de Beaujolais, 75001 Paris, France

Lapérouse

Restaurants
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Royal Vibes

Restaurants

Since 1766: dining with a past, and it shows
The cuisine is classic French gastronomy
Private salons upstairs add to the mythology
Velvet, mirrors, chandeliers, and a little bit of decadence
Intimate and opulent and unapologetically indulgent
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51 Quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris, France

Andy Wahloo

Bars
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Night Out

Bars

Paris nightlife with a twist
For cocktail lovers
Ingredients lean Mediterranean and North African
Bold, colorful, and slightly chaotic vibe
Our tip: go early for a proper cocktail, stay once it gets louder
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69 Rue des Gravilliers, 75003 Paris, France

Loulou

Restaurants
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Ultra-chic Dining

Restaurants

In the Musée des Arts Décoratifs
Paris lunch done properly, with a view to match
The terrace is the whole point
Italian food with a Parisian touch
Chic, effortless, and slightly smug
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107 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France

Le Marais

Visits
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Sunday Funday

Visits

Sunday stroll
Hip boutiques and art galleries
Lively and busy area
Traditional markets and shops
Unique vibes
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4th Arrondissement of Paris, France

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Visits
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Like a Parisian

Visits

Sunday stroll
Historic and typical neighborhood
Lively area
Parisians’ favorite
Aperitivo time
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6th Arrondissement of Paris, France

Jardin de Luxembourg

Visits
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Sunday Funday

Visits

Sunday stroll
Llike a Parisian
Spacious and relaxing
Jog-break perfect
Central spot
VISIT WEBSITE
75006 Paris, France

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