PARIS

Among the „in-love-ones”, recognizable thanks to their sparkling eyes (or maybe due to their first fight), there are also many culture-tourists, recognizable thanks to their culture-guides (or maybe due to their hobbling in consequence of an over-stressed bladder) strolling around in Paris. The Louvre can make up a whole day of your stay – visiting all of Paris’ museums would take longer than one trip could handle.
Afterall one should not forget strolling in the parks, eating crepes in Montmatre, risking a stiff neck whilst observing the Notre Dame, promenading along the Seine, tasting escargots, marveling at the newest fashion trends and discovering the amazingly refreshing nightlife – basically there are only 2 options: either plan every minute of your Paris stay or let yourself go with the flow and appreciate every minute spontaneously. We recommend the second option – suits the French „Savoir-Vivre” the best!

Airport Most international flight get into airport " Charles de Gaulle", northwards of Paris. Buses circulate between 5.45 am and 11pm between the two airport-terminals and Etoile, Porte Maillot, Gare de Lyon and Gare Montparnasse (about € 12,–). The quickest and easiest way to get to the centre is by the local train Roissy Rail (RER) or the Roissy-Bus, tickets are about €7,–. Taking a taxi is more expensive and takes more time, depending on the traffic a ride is about € 38,– to € 43,–.

Public transport The entire city is covered by Métro, the local train system RER and buses. Get free net plans at all stations between 5-0.30am and in tourist offices (Offices du Tourisme). Trains circulate from 5.30-0.30am, buses only from 6.30ma–8.30pm . Get night buses between 1.20 and 5.30 between Avenue Vistoria am Châlet. Get your ticket in big stations and "Tabacs". € 15,70 (Pass photo needed!). For tourists there are day tickets "Formule 1" for about € 8,50 or the "Carte Paris Visite" for 3 or 5 days, which also guarantees you reductions for many sights. www.ratp.fr

Musée du Louvre
The Louvre is one of the biggest museums in the world with an exposition area of 60.600 m² and 35.000 oeuvres. The most famous works are "Venus from Milo" and "La Jaconde" ( "Mona Lisa"). The exterior is already fabulous, a Renaissance-Palace with the glass pyramid by the Chinese architect Ieoh Ming Pei. Get your ticket in advance sale (f.i. FNAC), so you do not have to queue at the entrance
Quai Louvre 34, Métro: Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre, Tel.: 40 20 50 50, daily (apart from Tue) 9-6pm , We+Fr until 9.45pm, Entrance€ 8,50, www.louvre.fr

Pont Neuf
The "new" bridge is actually the oldest, still preserved bridge in the city. It is the most famous Seine- tranfer, object of many songs, pictures and films. Under the statue of Henry IV you have a very nice view over the Seine.
Métro: Pont Neuf

Paris from the top: Aeroparis
Enjoy a ride in the world’s biggest hot-air balloon, a 150 meters,over the roofs of Paris and watch the Eiffel Tower from the top. There is room for 30 adults or 60 kids.
Parc André Citroën 2, Rue de la Montagne de la Fage, Métro/RER: Javel, Tel: 44 26 20 00, www.aeroparis.com

Paris from down under: Musée des Egouts de Paris
Enjoy a "diving tour" in the 500m long canalisation. In a simulation which explains the Paris´ water cycle.
In front of 93 quai d'Orsay, Métro: Alma-Marceau, Tel.: 47 05 10 29, ii winter 11-4pm, in summer 11-5pm, closed on Thu and Fr www.egouts.idf.st

Paris with John Baxter
An exceptional guided tour! The author John Baxter lives in the bohemian Paris since more than 15 years, therefore he doesn’t only know stories and anecdotes about this period of time but also about the literate Paris of the 1920ies. Enjoy “Les Années Folles�?!
"Paris through expatriate Eyes", Tel.: 388-4956, € 175,- www.paris-expat.com

Chez Angelina
One of the last classic cafés in the city with a comfortable "Salon de Thé"; famous guests like Marcel Proust used to come there.
Rue de Rivoli 226, Tel.: 42 60 82 00

L’Avant Gout
A trendy bistro with delicious dishes and moderate prices. Chef- cuisinier Christophe Beaufront creates lovely dishes like sea brace with celery sauce
26, Rue Bobillot 75013, Tel.: 53 80 24 00
www.lavantgout.com

L'Appart
At this comfortable restaurant near to Champs-Élysées you can dine at moderate prices in saloons with homey livingroom- atmosphere.
Rue Colisée 9, Tel.: 53 75 42 00,

Hôtel El Dorado
One of the most charming budget hotels of the city. The owner Anna Gratacos has decorated the 40 rooms individually, with tissues from Africa or bargains from flea markets. Try the delicious dishes in the hotel bistro "Bistro des Dames" ,
18 Rue des Dames 75017, Tel.: 45 22 35 21, DR from € 50,–, www.eldoradohotel.fr

Hotel Sezz
Behind the Art Nouveau façade you find one of the Europe’s coolest design hotels: Philippe Starck’s protégé Christophe Pillet realized his idea of design in a very stringent manner. A lot of wood, chrome, glas and nature-oriented colors. Some rooms offer a great view over the near Eiffel Tower!
Avenue Fremiet 6, Tel.: 56 75 26 26, DR starting at € 320,-
www.hotelsezz.com

L'Hôtel
An exklusive, but still cosy place with huge rooms in Baroque-,Art-Déco and Empire-Stil, a pool and a hamman in the arch cellar. Artists have always appreciated the comfort, f.i. Oscar Wilde, who died here in 1900 in rooms nr. 13. Also try their restaurant "Le Bélier".
Rue des Beaux Arts 13, Tel.: 44 41 99 00, DR from € 280,–, www.lhotel.hoosta.com

La Locomotive
The huge club next to the famous "Moulin Rouge" is an institution of Paris´ nightlife. Find different music styles on three floors (Techno, Rock, Oldies)and enjoy a dancing night.
Bd. Clichy 90, Tel.: 53 41 88 89, Entrance € 12,–, www.laloco.com

Le Baron
Paris´ hippest and most crowded bar. Also many proms come here, strict selection at entrance.
Avenue Marceau 6, Tel.: 47 20 04 01, www.clublebaron.com

Le Balajo
Paris´ Salsa-Temple is situated in the popular entertainment district of Bastille.
Rue de Lappe 9, Tel.: 47 00 07 87, Tue-Su, www.balajo.fr

Le Limonaire
Singers and cabaretists perform in this small restaurant. On every first Sunday of a month you find traditional dance, from 6pm.
Rue Bergère 21, Tel.: 45 23 33 33, www.limonaire.free.fr

Les Folies Pigalle
DJs guarantee a great programme in this dancing temple.
Pl. Pigalle 11, Tel.: 48 78 55 25, 0–8am. www.folies-pigalle.com

Barthélemy
A paradise for cheese gourmets, best reputation of the city´s crémeries (cheese shops).
Rue de Grenelle 51, Tel.: 45 48 56 75, Mo-Sa 8–1pm and 4–7.15 pm, closed on Eater and in August

Le Bon Marché
The city’s oldest shopping centre, opened more than 150years ago and a symbol of luxury and savoir-vivre. Enjoy this jewel from the Belle-Epoque around decent classical music. Also go and see the delicacies food hall in the neighbouring building.
Rue de Sèvres 24, Tel.: 44 39 81 00, www.lebonmarche.fr

Flea market
On a regular basis over 3000 traders promote their goods here on the world’s largest flea market, located between the metro stations Porte de Clingnancourt, Garibaldi and Porte de St. Quen.
130, av. Michelet, Sa-Mo 9-6pm, www.les-puces.com

Lavinia
Europe’s largest wine trader with more than 6500 wines from 43 different countries. On three floors you get noble wines to degustate and buy- from € 3,– to 6.500,–.
Bd. de la Madeleine 3-5, Tel.: 42 97 20 20, www.lavinia.fr

Classic Souvenirs
You do not have to go far to find classic souvenirs like national flags, cups, T-shirts in the national colors, mini-Eiffel Tower, mini-Triumphal Arch or magnetic baguettes for your fridge. You find things like that in classic souvenir-shops, on markets and at kiosks all over the city.

Nobilis
In case you do not only want to bring along a mini-Eiffel Tower for your beloved but also a bit of the Parisian flair: This traditional shop, founded in 1928, sells fabrics, wallpapers and furniture. Especially the fabrics are noteworthy, the patterings didn’t change a lot since the opening
Rue Bonaparte 29, Tel.: 43 29 21 50, www.nobilis.fr

Chocolaterie Debauve & Gallais
This 200-year-old chocolaterie already provided king Louis XVIII and the following kings with delicacies. Here you will definitely find some great pralines and chocolates.
Rue des Saint-Pères 30, Tel.: 45 48 54 67, www.debauve-et-gallais.com

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