RUE MOUFFETARD
Rue Mouffetard is a remnant of an old Roman road with buildings dating back to the XII century. There is a market in the mornings (not Monday) that bristles with Parisian life. Experience “La Mouff”. It is located in the 5th Arrondissement ask anyone
CENTRE POMPIDOU
This avant-garde modern art museum caused a stir with it’s modern style. Way ahead of it's time in 1977, Parisians were not sure it could coexist with its surroundings. Large pipes, exposed ducts, and glass house an incredible array of Modern Art.
ANDRE JACQUEMART
Come discover the beautiful 1875 Haussman mansion that was home to a pair of avid travelers who devoted their entire lives to building their artwork collection. Banker Edouard Andre and well-known society painter, Nélie Jacquemart. Visit the tea room
ARENE DE LUTECE
Lutetia was the Roman name for Paris. The Arena was built in the first century AD and could hold 15,000 people. It was rediscovered in 1869. These are some of the last vestiges of the Roman occupation along with Thermal baths of Cluny. 5th Arr
SEINE BOAT RIDE
Yes it is touristy but it is a great way to view the seine (once the center of navigation) and it’s banks. Relax and rest your feet and let the captain do the work. Bateaux Mouches as they are called are stationed near the Champs de Mars & Eiffel
QUARTIERS POPULAIRES
The people's neighborhood, were middle class Parisians eat sleep live love sing cry live & die. This is were the populous meets and enjoys what we call living. Walk the little nooks & crannies, have a meal, a drink, a flirt 19,20,21,14,13 Arr
SACRE COEUR + MONTMATRE
Built on the Hill Of Montmatre "Mount of Martyrs" The Sacre Coeur is relatively modern. Parliament approved its construction in 1879 & it was concencrated in 1919. The view is fabulous and the neighborhood famous for its Bohemian Artist flair.
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