Visiting Montmartre is a must when you are visiting Paris ! "Montmartre's most famous landmark is…read moreSacre Coeur and it sits high above Paris and is visible from much of all of the city. This small quaint city is famous for the men and women who sell there paintings as well as paint your portraits as you sit ! Their stores and boutiques are amazing as well as their small restaurants. It is so nice to walk the cobblestone streets and just spend the day here with friends and family .

Montemartre is a historic area in which you will need to explore to get to the Basilique du…read moreSacre-Coeur. We took the RER E to Magenta and walked to the Gare du Nord to get on the M4 and exited at Chateau Rouge to get to the Montematre. When we arrived to the area, there were many souvenir shops and snack vendors on our way up the mountain. It was quite a treat. There is also a cute merry-go-round at the foot of the Basilique du Sacre-Couer. And don't stop at the Basilique du Sacre-Coeur. There are more hidden gems to be found. We explored into this hidden area with artists of all types: chalk, paint, pens, etc and painting, caricature, impressionism, portrait, drawings... and many works of premade art on display. The air was so lively and fascinating. If I didn't have to worry about a few more flights and trainings to be on and worried about damage, I would have purchased a custom piece of art. There are also a lot of cute boutiques, cafes, and other stairways of magnificent views from the peak. I recommend setting aside ample time to wonder the area at your own leisure.

Free public art in Paris, France…read more.. Our friend was so excited to share this landmark... The Wall of Love Le Mur des je t'Aime is translated to The Wall of I Love Yous... (plural) It features the phrase, "I love you" in many different languages. On 5.11.26, it was still being repaired, so the English phrase was blocked from view. Maybe when we visit again, we'll be able to see it! Notes: we found free street parking a couple of blocks away. On the way to The Wall, we passed many shops and a carousel!

I visited the Wall of "I Love You" in Montmartre while exploring the Abbesses neighborhood in…read moreParis. It is a small but meaningful landmark tucked inside Square Jehan Rictus, just steps from the Abbesses metro station. The installation is composed of deep blue tiles covering an entire wall with the phrase "I love you" written in more than 250 languages. Seeing the same message expressed in so many languages creates a simple but powerful visual statement about love and connection across cultures. The design is minimalist but thoughtful. The white handwritten text contrasts beautifully with the dark blue background, while small red fragments scattered across the wall symbolize pieces of a broken heart that humanity can reunite through love. Although the site itself is not large, it carries a quiet charm that fits perfectly with the artistic atmosphere of Montmartre. Visitors often stop to find their own language on the wall or take photos in front of the installation. Overall, the Wall of "I Love You" is a small but memorable stop in Paris. It may not take long to visit, but it captures a poetic and symbolic moment that reflects the romantic spirit often associated with the city.

Yes. Come do the touristy things like shopping, eating, and sightseeing. But also consider this…read moreplace with a spin to the sightseeing portion with a historical twist. The admissions price you pay is worth it. You just don't see this type of local flair anywhere else. Soak in the history about Paris and also its darker side. Your perspective about things will change, for most people anyway. The takeaway the hubs took from this experience is that nothing really matters at the end. It's a real eye opening experience TBH. As you wander the dark corridors, you will see piles of real human bones piled in neat stacks. It was saddening to realize that these were once human beings. Now they are part of a collection of unknown souls. It was just a down to earth experience. The audio tour will allow you to wander at your pleasure so there's no real rush or live tour. Book early because spots are limited!

This is a quick hour self guided audio tour. Well done. Would warn anyone with walking or climbing…read moreissues. Steep spiral steps going in and more importantly coming out.

During an excessively rainy day, Jamie W and I ducked for cover in four of Paris' fabled covered…read morepassages. The vintage 19th-century architecture remained consistent throughout, but this one was different from the others. First, it wasn't part of the same sequential path of the other three (Panoramas, Jouffroy, and Verdeau). It actually continues the street that bears the same name, Rue Choiseul. Second, it's easily the city's longest passage at over 190 meters. The length showcased the especially tall glass ceiling for a passage. And third, the mix of retail businesses was decidedly more eclectic and global. Instead of the antique dealers, ye olde booksellers, and stamp collectors that populate the other passages, there are lunch hour fast food eateries as well as Japanese and Korean toy, stationery, and pop merch shops. So if you have a sudden hankering for oyakodon, now you know which passage to target. RELATED - Exploring Paris? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/TDhdgjoONI

My apartment was located in Passage Choiseul . There are many great retail shops and food stops to…read morechoose from.

Rue Crémieux is an absolutely adorable and picturesque street just a short walk from Gare de Lyon…read more Lined with pastel-colored houses and blooming flower pots, it's a peaceful spot that feels like a secret escape in the middle of Paris. Definitely worth a stroll if you're in the area--perfect for a quick photo stop or a quiet moment away from the bustle.

Rue Crémieux is a quaint little hidden neighborhood in Paris. It reminds me of Notting Hill in…read moreLondon. We lucked out visiting this beautiful street and took some liberty memorable photos. But please be mindful and respect the residents. All you need is a few minutes for some photos you'll cherish.

I've been to Paris a number of times over the years, and I've probably ended up on Avenue des…read moreChamps-Élysées at some point during each trip. It's an iconic street in the 8th arrondissement, running a little over a mile between Place de la Cocorde and Place Charles de Gaulle, marked by the Arc de Triomphe. The avenue is wide and beautiful, famous and important, a tourist attraction and a center of city life. It's always teeming with people, but spacious enough that I've never felt it to be unbearably crowded. It's lovely both day and night, and I enjoyed seeing it in December when it was lit up for Christmas. The street is lined with shops and restaurants of the most tourist-grabbing kind. I've been to the Monoprix and paid money to use the bathroom at Galeries Lafayette. I've also been inside the flagship Louis Vuitton, a landmark building shaped and decorated like the brand's monogrammed luggage. Whether you're in Paris for the first or hundredth time, the Champs-Élysées is always worth a stroll. You can go to the Apple store or buy luxury perfume, but the main attraction is really the street itself.

Avenue des Champs-Elysees is a famous luxury shopping area in Paris. This area comes highly…read morerecommended on travel guides, but to me it's only worth a quick stroll, or if you're on a time limit, skip it all together. With globalization, I basically have all of these high-end flagship stores in my area, so I don't feel compelled to buy anything here. I would only recommend it if you have a specific limited edition item you can only get in Paris.

Wow this is a "don't miss" for me in Paris. The funicular takes you up or down the very steep…read morehillside to Sacre Couer at the top of Montmartre. We had gone running to get to the top, then gone to mass at Sacre Couer, and just happened across the funicular walking downhill from the church. We took it down the hillside, but could see that it was far more popular going up from the crowd at the station at the bottom of the hill. It's clean, well run and your Paris Metro card works at the gate. It's also great for people watching and views

I've taken my share of funiculars, but this one is pretty lackluster. Yes, it's a great mode of…read moretransportation to get to the top at the Sacre Coeur, but the views are pretty obstructed and the windows are super dirty.

At pere Lachaise I was able to see the grave of one of my high school and college heros, Jim…read moreMorrison. We took a guided tour through the cemetary and saw many creative headstones. If you want to see Jim Morrisons grave take a guided tour. This is a huge cemetery, the largest in Europe and there is a lot of other interesting things there as well. If you like the Doors or headstones in general visit here.

Of my 5 visits to Paris, I've been here 3 times. This most current visit was the quickest as it…read morestarted to rain as soon as we entered. Our biggest mistake was not taking a photo of the map as soon as we entered. We ended up bumping into a couple of Americans with a map so we ended up getting a snap of theirs. We didn't really have a solid plan. All I knew was that I wanted to see Jimmy and that's it. We ended up on quite the adventure finding Jimmy. It seemed like we walked in circles. The great thing about this cemetery is that there are so many famous people interred here. And many notable families. With that said, you'll see some elaborate tombstones. You do see a few employees walking the grounds. They all walk around during closing time, ringing their bells to let you know they're about to close so you better skidaddle or you'll be locked in. I'm going to do a walking tour the next time I'm in town so I can cover more ground. I'm always so overwhelmed when I'm there It is however super sad to see the graves that are clearly unattended, sometimes looking like they've been abandoned.

From the owner: Soeurs siamoises Jumelles, ces deux larges galeries sont les plus élégantes de Paris. Richement…read morerénovées, ces passages coudés abritent également une vaste rotonde à deux pas de l'ancienne bibliothèque Nationale. Plus de trente belles boutiques ornent ces galeries où se presse une clientèle plutôt chic.

What we're really reviewing here are the sandy "beaches" that France's socialist mayor has been…read moreinstalling for several summers now, to even things out between those people who can afford to jet off to a beach community for the summer and those who can't afford to leave town. Paris is hardly coastal property, so tons of sand are hauled in around mid-July and retained until mid-August and those who are still in town milk the fun out of every cubic centimeter. Really, I've never seen so many "beach goers" enjoying so little space in my life. Parties, picnics, booze, pot, sex, romance, music, games, fun. From bridge to bridge for several bridges running, the walls of the Seine are lined with little sandy pockets where kids and adults, young and old, rejoice in their little slice of beach. The whole thing is free, officially open until around 11:30 p.m., and incredibly well-executed. Some "blocks" are sand only, others have food and drink, others have chairs, a playground, a petanque court (and petanque sets too, just ask). It was impossible to resist dipping my toe into the sandy "beach" of the Seine, strolling along the "coast", or kicking back in one of the chairs with a baguette and a drink. I've heard some other cities emulate this ritual but they've messed it up by charging admission. Being a huge "all beaches should be free of charge always" person I was immensely pleased to see just how right Paris got this one.

How fun! French line…read moredancing, misters, tons of ice cream, champagne, sand, loungers, Pétanque, foosball, galettes, crepes, and the Seine what else could a girl ask for? The kids are playing in the sand, moms are laid out getting the sun, men are playing petanque, and for a quick second your forget we're in the heart of a city. I subtract one star because the maps are backwards. They show the river on the opposite side that youre walking, so its a bit precarious to figure out. Silly map makers!