Philippe and Angela’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful bridge 10 min walk from the apartment, best place to take photos of Tour Eiffel
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Pont de Bir-Hakeim
Pont de Bir-HakeimBeautiful bridge 10 min walk from the apartment, best place to take photos of Tour Eiffel
A real treat for fashion lovers (beautiful 30-35 min walk from the apartment along the river)
36 recommandé par les habitants
Musee Yves Saint Laurent
5 Av. MarceauA real treat for fashion lovers (beautiful 30-35 min walk from the apartment along the river)
short walk from the apartment!
The very unusual Rue des Eaux (it gets its name from the Passy iron-rich mineral spring discovered in the vicinity in the 18th century) has often served as a filming location. It leads to Rue Raynouard, the location of Balzac’s house, now a museum. The writer moved into the house in 1840 to escape his creditors. The house’s second entrance on the picturesque Rue Berton enabled him to go out without being spotted.
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Maison de Balzac
47 Rue Raynouardshort walk from the apartment!
The very unusual Rue des Eaux (it gets its name from the Passy iron-rich mineral spring discovered in the vicinity in the 18th century) has often served as a filming location. It leads to Rue Raynouard, the location of Balzac’s house, now a museum. The writer moved into the house in 1840 to escape his creditors. The house’s second entrance on the picturesque Rue Berton enabled him to go out without being spotted.
The Musée Marmottan-Monet, formerly Jules Marmottan’s hunting lodge, is well worth a visit. It has the world’s largest collection of works by Claude Monet. Besides a hundred-odd works by the painter of the Water Lilies, one can admire paintings by Gauguin, Renoir, Sisley and Berthe Morisot.
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Musee Marmottan Monet
2 Rue Louis BoillyThe Musée Marmottan-Monet, formerly Jules Marmottan’s hunting lodge, is well worth a visit. It has the world’s largest collection of works by Claude Monet. Besides a hundred-odd works by the painter of the Water Lilies, one can admire paintings by Gauguin, Renoir, Sisley and Berthe Morisot.
Louis Vuitton foundation designed by Frank Gehry is a glass and metal beacon in the Bois de Boulogne. The foundation is devoted to contemporary art and the exhibitions held here offer insights into the artistic movements of the 20th and 21st centuries.
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Fondation Louis Vuitton
8 Av. du Mahatma GandhiLouis Vuitton foundation designed by Frank Gehry is a glass and metal beacon in the Bois de Boulogne. The foundation is devoted to contemporary art and the exhibitions held here offer insights into the artistic movements of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Perfect for a morning run, evening walk or a picnic!
Better to avoid after dark as there are "other businesses' going on
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Bois de Boulogne
Perfect for a morning run, evening walk or a picnic!
Better to avoid after dark as there are "other businesses' going on
Beautiful 30 min walk from the apartment (or 7 min by metro). Great place for lunch or dinner in a stunning crystal room. Make sure to visit the museum afterwards. Very special experience!!!
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Cristal Room Baccarat
11 Pl. des États-UnisBeautiful 30 min walk from the apartment (or 7 min by metro). Great place for lunch or dinner in a stunning crystal room. Make sure to visit the museum afterwards. Very special experience!!!
Don't miss one of the best works of Hector Guimard. This beautiful 1898 Art Nouveau style building is just 10 min walk from the apartment.
Le Castel Béranger
14 Rue Jean de la FontaineDon't miss one of the best works of Hector Guimard. This beautiful 1898 Art Nouveau style building is just 10 min walk from the apartment.
Palais Galliera
10 Av. Pierre 1er de SerbieCheck out the current exposition
Galerie Dior
The place is magical…it’s Dior! We recommend getting tickets on line in advance!
Food scene
The oldest food market in Paris, it dates from 1650th. Great place for food lovers
Marché des Enfants-Rouges
The oldest food market in Paris, it dates from 1650th. Great place for food lovers
Two steps from the apartment. Nice place for a drink r a casual meal. Beautiful outside terrace
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Restaurant Aéro Paris-Passy
3 Pl. de PassyTwo steps from the apartment. Nice place for a drink r a casual meal. Beautiful outside terrace
Le Bois
Couple min walk from the apartment. Traditional French brasserie
Traditional French brasserie. Great food and wonderful local neighborhood atmosphere. You will not be disappointed!
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Les Deux Stations
131 Boulevard ExelmansTraditional French brasserie. Great food and wonderful local neighborhood atmosphere. You will not be disappointed!
Exceptional tea salon with wonderful variety of homemade deserts. Good place to stop by on a way to or from Place Des Vosges
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Le Loir dans La Théière
3 Rue des RosiersExceptional tea salon with wonderful variety of homemade deserts. Good place to stop by on a way to or from Place Des Vosges
La Fontaine de Mars is one of the oldest traditional brasseries in Paris and since 1908, it has had only three families as its owner. This beautiful brasserie has welcomed both amateurs and connoisseurs of French southwestern cuisine who are looking for the quintessential French dining experience (President Obama savoured a meal here). Currently, the Boudon family maintains the authentic charm of this old brasserie with classic cooking by Pierre Saugrainin a picture-perfect Paris setting.
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La Fontaine de Mars
129 Rue Saint-DominiqueLa Fontaine de Mars is one of the oldest traditional brasseries in Paris and since 1908, it has had only three families as its owner. This beautiful brasserie has welcomed both amateurs and connoisseurs of French southwestern cuisine who are looking for the quintessential French dining experience (President Obama savoured a meal here). Currently, the Boudon family maintains the authentic charm of this old brasserie with classic cooking by Pierre Saugrainin a picture-perfect Paris setting.
Chez Janou
2 Rue Roger VerlommeBeautiful setting, wonderful food!
La Lorraine
2 Pl. des TernesA real treat for seafood lovers!
One of the largest selection of Loire Valley wines in Paris!
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Au Petit Riche
25 Rue Le PeletierOne of the largest selection of Loire Valley wines in Paris!
Chez L'Ami Jean
27 Rue MalarElevated traditional French bistro.
'Our place" for baguettes and croissants. Just around the corner from the apartment
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Aux Pains de Manon
31 Rue de l'Annonciation'Our place" for baguettes and croissants. Just around the corner from the apartment
Two steps from the apartment. Great selection of fresh fruits, veggies, fish, meats spices, fresh oysters and whatever is in season :))
17 recommandé par les habitants
Passy Covered Market
Place de PassyTwo steps from the apartment. Great selection of fresh fruits, veggies, fish, meats spices, fresh oysters and whatever is in season :))
Great selection of deserts. Please try a very special baguette "Passy Passion" - locals favorite
14 recommandé par les habitants
Desgranges Yves
6 Rue de PassyGreat selection of deserts. Please try a very special baguette "Passy Passion" - locals favorite
Try the famous Paris hot chocolate. Only 15 min walk from the apartment (Very touristic though...)
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Carette
4 Pl. du Trocadéro et du 11 NovembreTry the famous Paris hot chocolate. Only 15 min walk from the apartment (Very touristic though...)
Very nice local brasserie 5-7 min walk from the apartment. We love going there for lunch, dinner or just drinks.
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Quarante & Un
41 Av. MozartVery nice local brasserie 5-7 min walk from the apartment. We love going there for lunch, dinner or just drinks.
Lovely place. Preset menu and advance reservations are required. You will not be disappointed :))
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Le Casse Noix
56 Rue de la FédérationLovely place. Preset menu and advance reservations are required. You will not be disappointed :))
Excellent fresh food and a lovely ambiance for lunch! This place doesn't serve food in the evening, so for pm it's just drinks and snacks. Located 30 min walk (or 10 min by metro) from the apartment, just across Le Palais Galliera.
Café du Marché
Excellent fresh food and a lovely ambiance for lunch! This place doesn't serve food in the evening, so for pm it's just drinks and snacks. Located 30 min walk (or 10 min by metro) from the apartment, just across Le Palais Galliera.
French food with an Asian twist. Very stylish interior and a beautiful outdoor terrance. Advance reservation is highly recommended :))
Abstinence - Restaurant & Bar à Vin Vinyle
French food with an Asian twist. Very stylish interior and a beautiful outdoor terrance. Advance reservation is highly recommended :))
Traditional bistro that dates from 1913. Beautiful decor, excellent service and delicious food.
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Restaurant La Gauloise
59 Av. de la Motte-PicquetTraditional bistro that dates from 1913. Beautiful decor, excellent service and delicious food.
Exploring different neighborhoods
Trendy, vibrant and cool! You can start from metro St. Paule - walk to Place des Vosges, Carnavalet museum, Pompidou museum of modern art. Endless boutiques, art galleries and authentic food places. Try L'As du Fallafel on Rue des Rosiers!
Le Marais
Trendy, vibrant and cool! You can start from metro St. Paule - walk to Place des Vosges, Carnavalet museum, Pompidou museum of modern art. Endless boutiques, art galleries and authentic food places. Try L'As du Fallafel on Rue des Rosiers!
Conseils aux voyageurs
Que faut-il apporter ?
Bring your most comfortable walking shoes!
You don't want to be distracted from the beauty of Paris :)
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Tipping
Tipping is France is not expected but certainly is appreciated. Service charge is included in the bill. If you want to leave a tip (pourboire), you can always leave few euros
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Est-ce que vous parlez Anglais?
Lots of people do speak English in Paris. It's better to ask "Est-ce que vous parlez Anglais?" before speaking English to someone.
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Bonjour! Au revoir!
It's customary to always say "Bonjour" when you enter into a small shop, restaurant, cafe etc. Before leaving, please say "Au revoir" . This will be very much appreciated :)
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Public transportation
Public transportation is excellent in Paris (when there is no strike of course). It's also a very walkable city
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Transportation options from CDG airport
Please note that you could use several options for public transportation to and from the airport. We believe that the easiest one is the Rossy bus
If you want to take a taxi from the airport, please use an official taxi stand and note that taxi fairs are fixed for left bank and right bank (we are on a right bank)
Check for the most up to date info on the airport official website. Bon voyage :)
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What time is dinner?
Please note most French restaurants serve lunch between 12:00 and 15:00 and dinner after 19:30 or 20:00. It is always a good idea to make a reservation in advance.
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Asking for a bill in a restaurant
Dining experience is very important in France and people usually take time to enjoy their meal. Don't expect your check to arrive half way though your desert. You can stay as long as you want and enjoy your time. When ready to leave, you can just make an eye contact with your waiter and ask for a bit (L'addition, SVP!)
À ne pas manquer
Take a morning walk to a local market
Local markets are a big part of French culture. Take a stroll to enjoy fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, endless variations of cheeses, meat, fish and beautiful herbs. You can get some fresh oysters or tapas with a glass of wine on the middle of the market and watch people shop and have passionate discussions about whatever is in season now :))