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 Barge Party |
3 Quai Malaquais Paris France +33 1 4046 8512 http://www.laballeaubond.fr/ |
If you're looking for an ultimate partying experience on a barge in Paris, La Balle au Bond serves the purpose. With a cafe, orchestra, magician, and DJ as well as concerts from time to time, this barge is never a boring place. Up to 200 people can dine and groove to the music at a time. Moreover, the premises can be rented for private shindigs. Parking is also available on the quay. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Taxidermy Wonder |
46 Rue du Bac Paris 75007 France +33 1 4222 3007 http://www.deyrolle.com/ |
You are welcomed by stuffed animals, standing on their hind legs and dressed as humans, as you enter the Deyrolle. The animals are arranged in hilarious ways, some depicting to be having a tea party or peeking through a window, a couple of rabbits are found sitting together. It also houses useful natural-sciences teaching materials. The collection of insects and sheels will leave you awe-struck. The butterflies on display are beautiful and seem almost alive. Take your kids for a fun cum educational outing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guided Tour By Bus |
33, quai des Grands Augustins Paris 75006 France +33 8 20 34 37 62 http://www.francetourisme.fr |
A fleet of well-equipped vehicles introduces visitors to the best of France through a selection of guided sightseeing tours. Some run throughout the country, although most remain within the city of Paris. They run during the day and at night, showcasing everything from architectural and cultural treasures to cabarets and restaurants. Special tours are organized for certain holidays and venues. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Activity & Culture From Hungary |
92, rue Bonaparte Paris 75006 France +33 1 43 26 06 44 http://www.instituthongrois.fr/ |
Guaranteeing the presence of Hungarian culture in Paris, the Institut Hongrois has existed in some form since the end of the 1920s, making it one of the oldest centers of foreign culture in France. Not simply a repository of Hungarian culture, the Institut takes an active part in developing the cultural landscape of Paris itself with its lively schedule of entertainment. It organizes a gamut of cultural activities and events: exhibits, concerts, film showings, conferences, lectures and readings, debates, and classes in Hungarian. The mediatheque, a multimedia library, offers a large selection of books, CDs, VHS, and DVDs which may be borrowed with a membership. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flood of Entertainment & Education |
195, rue Saint-Jacques Paris 75005 France +33 1 44 32 10 70 http://www.oceano.org/io |
The Foundation of the Institut Océanographique has a deceptively simple mission: to know and develop understanding of the ocean. It was created in 1906 by Albert I, the Prince of Monaco. The Institut in Paris is the seat of the Foundation and serves as a center of research for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the sea. Conferences, lectures (free each Thursday at 7:30 p.m.), and exhibits are hosted at the site, and a bookshop at the pedagogic Centre de la Mer provides materials to carry the experience and education home! Summer hours shorter: 9a-6p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lush Landscape in Historic Setting |
15 Rue de Vaugirard Paris, Île-de-France 75006 France +33 1 4234 2000 |
A visit to the Luxembourg Palace (completed in 1627) provides a feast for the eyes, highlighting both history and exquisite art in a natural setting. To begin with there are paintings by Rubens and fine works by Delacroix. Historically the area is interesting because during the French Revolution it was a prison and today it is home to the national Senate. Luxembourg Palace Gardens is really an extensive park filled with all types of flowers, plants, shrubs immaculately landscaped to create an Edenesque environment. The setting is perfect for a fun day out and depending on the weather you can rent a small boat on one of the ponds. Or simply, as a visitor, you can enjoy all of the historic statuary recalling France of past eras. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Simply Magical |
Quai Malaquais Paris 75006 France +33 1 4354 0808 http://www.metamorphosis-spect... |
What do you get when you combine fine dining with theatre? A place called Metamorphosis. An old barge cleverly converted into a dining area and stage with a glass roof, attracts lots of people everyday. The traditional cuisine served here goes well with the illusions, jokes, mimicry, magic and other shows performed. Be there among the 120 who get fascinated each night. Their services are available at quai de Montebello from April until the end of October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artistic Community, Living History |
21 avenue du Maine Paris 75015 France +33 1 42 22 91 96 http://www.museedumontparnasse... |
At the Musée du Montparnasse, conscious intention creates the museum as a space of exchange and enrichment, hosting concerts, educational activities, talks, and other events along with art exhibits. Photography exhibitions are often featured and the Espace Krajcberg hosts a permanent collection of the Brazilian artist's work. Entrance EUR5; reduced EUR4; group pricing EUR2-3 each. Free for children under 12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rollerblade around Paris by night |
Place Raoul Dautry (Gare Montparnasse) Paris 75015 France +33 1 4336 8981 http://www.pari-roller.com/ |
Experience the magic of Paris by night in a unique way by rollerblading around the city. Organized by the Pari-Roller association, this weekly rendezvous is free and attracts 12,000 people on average. The three-hour route changes each week and is reserved for experienced rollerbladers, meaning only those who know how to brake! Safety stewards are there to supervise and first aid is readily available. It's free to participate, but adequate medical insurance is strongly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Swimming in beautiful surroundings |
12 Rue Lobineau Paris 75006 France +33 1 43 29 08 15 |
Located in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, this swimming pool is said to be one of the nicest in town. Its location certainly helps with so many cafés and cinemas nearby to relax in after a good workout! Swimming and diving lessons are available with the recent addition of water gymnastics sessions. Hours vary during school breaks; call for details. Admission: adults EUR2; seniors and children under 16 EUR1; 10-session passes EUR20. Review © 2007, Wcities |
