If you ask anyone to name a city in Europe and there is a big chance that they’ll answer with Paris first. Although it has a rough side, it is probably one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, and maybe even the world. We have had the pleasure of visiting Paris in the past so during this quick four-day visit we wanted to find the right balance between visiting the popular landmark locations and the less touristy area’s to enjoy the real Parisian life.
One of the best seasons to visit Paris is during springtime because the city really comes to life in a bloom of pink cherry blossoms you’ll find in many parks throughout Paris. During this time of the year the weather is also really great to walk through the cute neighborhoods of La Marais, Vivienne, Quartier Latin and St. Germain de Prés. It is also the time that all the Parisians are outside enjoying the many cafes that overflow into the streets or they are picnicking along the Seine with their favorite bottle of wine. The French call it ‘Vive La Vie’ (living the life) and we believe that this exactly describes the charm this city offers.
Besides all the cute streets Paris is also the perfect city for the art lover in all of us. Of course we all know The Louvre which hosts the biggest collection in the world, but there are also many other small and beautiful art museums to discover that are not filled with tourists such as Musée Bourdelle and Brancusi’s Studio.
Do you have to deal with a jetlag? Our advice is to use it in your advantage and visit the Jardins de Trocadero for an unobstructed view of the Eiffel tower early in the morning for a beautiful sunrise. After spending your afternoons strolling the cute streets of Paris we advice to go and watch te sunset at the Sacre Cour enjoying a spectacular panoramic view of Paris.
If you are looking for a place to stay we recommend staying at La Maison Favart, this cute boutique hotel transcends you back in time with its traditional 18th-century French decor. The name Favart comes from the founders of the Comic Opera which is located right across the street from the hotel. The hotel has a great central location in a quiet street in the beautiful area of Vivienne close to Palais Royal, Galeries Lafayette and Passage des Panoramas. It is very easy to see a lot of Paris by foot from this hotel and if you just want a day to relax you are able to order breakfast in bed and make use of the calming (complimentary!) spa and pool facilities on the lower floor.
