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Inside Background
Architecture 
Haussmann, Haussmann and again Haussmann. We owe this 19th century architect...
Last edited: June 22, 2007
Culture 
Some would say that the words "Paris" and "Culture" are almost synonymous. Some...
Last edited: October 16, 2007
Health & Safety 
Paris:  Health & Safety Paris is considered as a quite safe city. You can...
Last edited: February 08, 2008
History 
The history of Paris starts with the Roman invasion as far as 52 years B-C...
Last edited: April 19, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Paris is divided into 20 arrondissments, but neighborhoods are easier to define...
Last edited: November 10, 2008
Recommended Reading 
Travel Guides: Avant-Guide Paris Arthur Frommer Budget Travel Guide Paris (free...
Last edited: November 10, 2008
Tourist Board Info 
Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau Tel : +33 (0) 8 92 68 31 12 / +33 (0) 8 92...
Last edited: January 29, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
January is the coldest month with minimum temperature falling to 3ºC and plenty...
Last edited: November 05, 2008
Introduction 
Paris, the City of Light, evokes romantic emotions in anyone who has ever...
Last edited: April 07, 2007
Paris essentials "Before you Go" 
Paris Museum Pass - The PARIS MUSEUM PASS gives you access to over 60 museums...
Last edited: July 19, 2008
Paris Websites 
WHAT'S THE NEIGHBORHOOD LIKE? http://www.pagesj...   You can see a map, or a...
Last edited: June 12, 2008
Paris-Bound Children’s Books 
Here is a list of books that may open children's minds to the land to which...
Last edited: October 17, 2008
Photo Album 
This is a link to some Paris photos. Paris Pictures Paris Pictures
Last edited: July 23, 2007
Secret Places to Stay/Visit in Paris 
 101 Things to do in Paris  My Secret Paris by Lisette, a true Parisian  SECRET...
Last edited: October 17, 2008
Tackling the Problem of Pickpockets 
Paris, as other cities has pickpockets. In the area of Centre Pompidou, there...
Last edited: August 17, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Airports There are two main airports serving Paris: Orly and...
Last edited: September 03, 2008
Getting Around 
Paris (in its walls, that is inside the roughly oval area encompassed by the...
Last edited: October 05, 2007
Public Transportation 
Metro The metro is the ideal way to get around Paris fast and easily. There are...
Last edited: July 09, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
It’s not easy to find a taxi in Paris. Nothing like the yellow cabs in New York...
Last edited: August 30, 2008
Booking on SNCF 
Some people find booking on SNCF to be difficult.  Below is a step by step...
Last edited: April 09, 2008
D day Tours 
There are tours orientated towards The American Beaches, tours towards The...
Last edited: August 28, 2008
Eurostar to Paris Train Stations  
Transfer between Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de Lyon: Take the RER line D...
Last edited: October 17, 2008
Getting Around Paris on the BUS 
The bus system in Paris is complex. First you need THE Book, on where the...
Last edited: July 07, 2008
Getting to the Eiffel Tower from CDG 
Via the METRO/RER: The Eiffel Tower's nearest metro/RER station is Champ de...
Last edited: June 17, 2008
Railway Stations 
Paris is a city with six ( 6 ) major train stations in the city centre, each...
Last edited: November 23, 2007
Safety on the Metro (RATP and RER) 
Most visitors to Paris will make use of the city's life-line public transport...
Last edited: April 17, 2008
Sightseeing Bus 
If you're arriving via Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord, then bus 42 is perfect...
Last edited: October 17, 2008
Tips on How to Travel to Hotel from CDG 
This Insider Page was created from a thread on the forum prepared by long time...
Last edited: April 16, 2008
Train Travel Terminology 
This is a list of  a few key railway terms in English & French: aisle...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Reims, the champagne capital of France.  Take the train from Gare de l'Est to...
Last edited: July 18, 2008
Family Travel 
Unfortunately, Paris is not the most kid-friendly city. It’s a city where you...
Last edited: May 10, 2008
First-time Visitors 
The priority for all first time visitors is to get an overview of Paris. This...
Last edited: June 01, 2008
Things to Do 
check out great tips about Parisian activities, hotels, and restaurants on this...
Last edited: July 09, 2007
Museums & Attractions 
What is your top 5 things to do & see ? This is a city with numerous...
Last edited: February 03, 2008
Nightlife 
In Paris there are many clubs with all kinds of music and for all kinds of...
Last edited: August 26, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
The Montmartre vineyards Not always mentioned in guides, the Montmartre...
Last edited: November 20, 2008
The Performing Arts 
Paris has a vibrant cultural life. Theaters abound, mostly in the Grands...
Last edited: June 15, 2006
Shopping 
Shopping  Paris is famous for its department stores known as “Grands magasins...
Last edited: October 17, 2008
Sports & Activities 
The main sport when visiting Paris is walking. That’s how you will get the best...
Last edited: December 08, 2006
100 Things To Do In Paris  
La Republique O-Chateau, a traditional Parisian loft that offers unique...
Last edited: June 30, 2008
24-hour-visit in Paris 
Even if you have only 24 hours or less to spend in Paris, this is enough for a...
Last edited: May 07, 2008
Apartment Stays  
Short-term apartment rentals are an alternative type of lodging, particularly...
Last edited: October 17, 2008
Authentic Paris 
If you go to Paris and have only 4 or 5 days, this is what you should do: Make...
Last edited: November 26, 2008
Bike Tours 
If you're looking for a different Paris experience, something innovative &...
Last edited: June 26, 2008
Family-friendly Paris 
Paris has the reputation of being one of the most romantic cities in the world...
Last edited: June 16, 2006
Language and Culture 
An Insider’s View - language and culture immersion courses   For those who want...
Last edited: November 03, 2006
Movies in Paris 
Go all the way to Paris and go to the movies? Why yes! Paris is the cinema...
Last edited: August 01, 2006
One hour train from Paris 
Paris main Train stations are Gare St Lazare,Gare du Nord,Gare...
Last edited: June 27, 2006
Paris Flea Markets 
  Paris Flea Markets Get up early Saturday morning to find the best selections...
Last edited: August 20, 2008
Paris Metro/museum passes  
The Paris public transport system, known by the acronym RATP, is one of the...
Last edited: June 25, 2008
Paris with Dogs 
One should consider that while the French claim to love dogs, they do not love...
Last edited: June 25, 2008
Paris With Small Children 
Small kids? RUSH to the incredibly hard-to-pronounce Jardin des Tuileries...
Last edited: October 03, 2007
Scenic Views 
Paris  is a city with a number of major locations providing great scenic views...
Last edited: December 25, 2006
Ten Insider Museum Tips 
Visiting Paris museums and monuments are the things you most want to do here...
Last edited: October 07, 2007
The Arago Route, Paris  
The Meridian of Paris If you have ever been to Paris, you might have seen them...
Last edited: March 21, 2007
The Claude Monet Art Tour 
The Claude Monet Art Tour Claude Monet was one of the greatest impressionist...
Last edited: June 23, 2007
Three Great (lesser known) Villages 
These villages take some walking to get to - but is absolutely worth it - once...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
Trips Outside of Paris 
Side Trips from Paris During longer stays in France (7 days or more), it's a...
Last edited: December 27, 2006
Walking Tours 
One of the best ways to truly experience Paris is by walking her storied...
Last edited: August 05, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Writing an introduction to dining in Paris could easily encompass novels...
Last edited: August 13, 2007
Cheap Eats 
If you want, it can be quite cheap to eat in Paris.  For lunch stop at any of...
Last edited: August 19, 2006
Outdoor Dining 
Best outdoor dining is to grab a bottle of wine from one of the shops, some...
Last edited: August 03, 2007
Bistros 
It is still possible to have a great meal in Paris , in a Bistro and for it to...
Last edited: July 24, 2008
Eating Out in Le Marais 
Le Marais is a culinary melting pot, where Lebanese takeout joints rub...
Last edited: November 06, 2008
Self Catering 
PARIS FOR FOODIES live like a Parisian ...... France has always been the...
Last edited: October 23, 2008
Special Places to Eat 
1728 – Incredibly romantic setting and it is not exorbitantly priced. Aux...
Last edited: July 21, 2008
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Inside France: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Being part of the Euro Zone, which includes a majority of the European Union...
Last edited: August 21, 2008
Crossing the Border 
For residents of the USA, Canada, or any EU country who will be staying in...
Last edited: January 18, 2008
Emergencies 
In case of emergency, call SAMU (medical emergencies): 15 Police emergency: 17...
Last edited: April 30, 2006
Important Phrases 
Many Americans complain that the French are rude.  When Americans make a...
Last edited: June 15, 2008
Telephones 
There are telecartes available at tabacs (tobacco shops) all over. You can buy...
Last edited: May 27, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
In Europe, you will usually find a cover charge on your bill.  This is for your...
Last edited: June 02, 2008
High Visibility Jackets 
Before you drive into France, ensure that you have, in your car, High Visibilty...
Last edited: August 08, 2008
Renting in Paris 
What’s is it like to live in Paris (if you’re an American)? Most of the rental...
Last edited: June 13, 2006
Smoke free France 
For anyone with asthma or allergies, a trip to France in the past would quickly...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
Train Travel Terminology 
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Last edited: December 29, 2006
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