The Paris Collection
“Paris exists to remind you that all your dreams are real.” ~ Audrey Hepburn, Sabrina
Making your Paris dreams come true is a little easier with some thoughtful research and planning beforehand and a healthy dose of wandering around with an open heart during your trip.
There are a million ways to experience the City of Light and make it your own … and we’ve got a handful of them to share with you. So voilà, The Paris Collection, our first-hand recommendations of where to stay, where to eat, what to do, and how to plan your Paris vacation. Not to mention some great books and movie to keep experiencing this amazing city when you get home!
Flower-Bedecked Neon and Pizza in Paris
Paris sightseeing day ends with savory Italian-style pizza at La Citadelle, a causal restaurant with tasty pizza, a great atmosphere … and friendly service.
Croque Monsieur and Retro Cool in the Marais
A spontaneous lunch at Au Coeur du Marais turned into another great Paris restaurant experiences, with classic croque monsieur and croque madame sandwiches, cool retro decor, and a warm welcome.
Museum of Hunting and Nature – Fou, Magnifique, et Très Cool
Paris’s Museum of Hunting and Nature is a weird, beautiful, and cool collection of nature and hunting art and objets d’arte in the 3rd arrondissement of the Marais district. Find out why you should go.
Old-World Parisian Elegance in the 9th, with a Chocolate Eiffel Tower
A stay at the Paris Marriott Opera Ambassador combines old-world Parisian elegance with modern comforts, a terrific central location, and genuinely warm hospitality. From sweeping views of the city to a surprise chocolate Eiffel Tower, this grand hotel made our anniversary visit extra special.
How to Successfully Plan a Paris Vacation
How to plan a Paris vacation, a city that looms vast in our collective imaginations? It will be a little easier for you with this curated list of 6 quality resources to help you choose everything from what arrondissement to stay to what to pack.
Angelina Tea House, Paris
Angelina’s gorgeous Belle Epoque setting is the backdrop for the richest hot chocolate you’ll ever taste.
Favorite mystery series set in Paris: Cara Black’s Leduc Détective series
Armchair travelers and mystery fans will enjoy this noir mystery series set in Paris: Cara Black’s Aimée Leduc series.
Best Paris spa experience: Les Bains de Léa
Experience the lap of luxury and deep relaxation during your trip to Paris with a day at Les Bain de Léa spa in the Golden Triangle.
Hotel Vernet in Paris: luxury design, comfort, and value
Discover the perfect meeting of luxury, comfort, location, and, surprisingly, value, at Paris’s 5-star boutique Hotel Vernet in the 8th arrondissement.
Eat: L’Ecluse François 1er, Paris
If you have one chance for a quintessential Parisian lunch, head directly to L’Ecluse François 1er in the 8th. Sink into a rich butterscotch leather banquette, sip a glass of wine or l’eau avec gas, order the lunch special of the day, whatever that may be, and listen to Ray Charles playing softly from the hidden speakers and enjoy.