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Quai Montebello Opposite Notre Dame Paris 75005 France +33 1 4634 5305 http://www.six-huit.com |
Hop onto this barge for a tour of Paris over the Seine. It offers you the opportunity to admire the city's beautiful bridges while you savor some French wine. With a capacity of 150, the barge also offers great food. Entertainment is guaranteed on the Bateau Six Huit! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Audio taped tours |
Place du Châtelet Cedex 06 Paris 75001 France +33 1 4549 2991 http://www.calliope.fr/ |
Once you are on the Calliope tour, your guide becomes a puny audio CD. You can listen to your tapes about the Arc De Triomph as you walk past it. The same goes for the other landmarks and monuments. The taped talks are interspersed with information and anecdotes. So enjoy the trip alone and undisturbed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 History & Culture |
31 rue des Francs Bourgeois Paris 75004 France +33 1 42 76 84 00 http://www.evene.fr/culture/li... |
Itself a historic monument, the Hôtel d'Albret is the directing center for cultural affairs of Paris since 1989. Ownership has passed through a number of families since it was purchased by Anne of Montmorency for her son in 1563. The current façade, unique for its Louis XIV style in the Marais quartier and designed by architect Vautrain, was built in 1744. The city of Paris completely restored the site beginning in 1975, and visits by the public are now possible. The numerous rooms host cultural events and exhibitions, and outdoor summer concerts are held in the courtyard. Free entrance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebrated Occupants |
17 quai d'Anjou Paris 75004 France |
The Hôtel de Lauzun is an attraction well worth visiting, if the opportunity arises; it is not generally open to the public, although guided tours are given to certain groups by appointment. Photographs are not permitted inside, further enhancing the mystery of the place. It was originally built for Charles Gruyn in 1657, but devaluation of the property led to its being split up and rented as apartments during the 19th century, when Charles Baudelaire wrote portions of Les Fleurs du Mal here and the Club des Haschischines, with members such as Alexandre Dumas and Eugène Delacroix, met here to explore contemporary artistic thought. Today the structure has been renovated to approximate its original appearance and is owned by the city of Paris. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French History & Culture |
60 rue des Francs-Bourgeois Paris 75003 France +33 1 40 27 60 96 http://www.archivesnationales.... |
Exhibits, concerts, workshops, conferences, and other events are hosted at the Museum of French History in Paris, one of the massive resources maintained by the Archives Nationales, the National Archives. These Archives Nationales preserve archives dating from the Middle Ages until 1958. The Museum itself is a marvelous center of history, culture, education, and entertainment. Closed Tuesdays. Free entrance with membership, EUR30. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The Real Magic of Paris |
11 Rue Saint Paul Paris 75004 France +33 (0)1 42 72 13 26 http://www.museedelamagie.com |
This dimly lit, subterranean museum of magic offers many things to bewitch a young mind. But while it is filled with numerous interesting curios and props that track the history of magic from the 18th century to the present (think magic wands and early Ouija boards), children will doubtless be primarily intrigued by the interactive games, optical illusions and other hands-on "magic" items that are scattered throughout the museum. In addition, a magic show, performed several times daily, is included in the price of the ticket. Don't miss it: the kids will love it – and so will you. Admission: €7, adults; €5, children; Groups of 20 or more: €6, adults; €4 children. -Barbara Diggs Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of Dolls |
Impasse Berthaud (vers 22 rue Beaubourg) Paris 75003 France +33 1 42 72 73 11 http://www.museedelapoupeepari... |
The Musée de la Poupée - the Doll Museum - of Paris brings together over 500 dolls, created from 1800 until the present day. It is a space of fantasy, discovery, and nostalgia with temporary exhibits and workshops to accompany the substantial permanent collection. A boutique and doll repair clinic are open during the same hours as the Museum. Reduced ticket prices available for children, other qualified persons, & during "Happy Hours". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sandy Beach along the Seine |
Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville Quai François Mauriac Paris 75004 France http://www.paris.fr/portail/Cu... |
Every summer since 2002, the beach comes to Paris to refresh Parisians who stay at home on the summer, or tourists visiting the Capital. Two thousand tons of sand and dozens of palm trees are brought alongside the Seine River, attracting millions of visitors. For sunbathing, about 400 deckchairs are available and if you get hot, go to the swimming pool before relaxing in the Jacuzzi next to it. Sport lovers will enjoy Paris beach since they can climb, play beach volley or tennis or jump on the trampoline, go roller-skating and more. At night enjoy listening to a concert while having an ice cream. Several restaurants and bars are located on both sites. The first site is located on the right bank of the Seine River between Quai du Louvre and Quai des célestins. The second one goes from Quai de la gare to Quai François Mauriac on the left Bank. A fluvial shuttle commutes between the two sites. About 3.5 million visitors attend it every year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rollerblading tour of Paris |
38 Rue Saint-Jacques Paris 75005 France http://www.auvieuxcampeur.com |
Take a tour of Paris on rollerblades every Wednesday evening at 8:30p. Though instructors accompany the 2.50-hour tour, but absolute beginners are not allowed. The route changes every week. Skate hire with safety gear (gloves, elbow and knee pads) costs (EUR 6.06) per pair for the evening. There is no signing up fee, but there are only 100 places so put your name down as early as possible at the Roller du Vieux Campeur shop where the tours start. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guided bike tours of the capital |
22 Rue Alphonse Baudin Paris 75011 France +33 1 4887 6001 http://www.parisvelosympa.com |
This small company offering guided bike tours of the city in a variety of languages (including English, Dutch, Italian, Spanish and German) aims to give visitors and Parisians alike the chance to discover parts of the city not normally accessible by bus, car or on foot. 'The heart of Paris' tour does justice to Paris's historic districts and more of the capital's hidden treasures - including the beauty of Paris at dawn - are within easy reach thanks to the variety of other circuits available. All tours last three hours. Booking required (call +33 1 4887 6001). A three-hour tour including guide, bike and insurance costs around EUR 34; bike hire per day around EUR 13. Review © 2007, Wcities |
