Did you know there’s an “Oscar Wilde Suite” in Paris? It’s in the hotel where the great Irish writer died. Here’s what it looks like inside.
Author: Oliver Gee
Host of The Earful Tower podcast and writer of the blog posts
Guide to the 6th arrondissement: Classic Paris
Welcome to the 6th arrondissement of Paris, the classic part of town. Here’s what we found, from iconic restaurants and bars to intriguing churches, museums… and one particularly wonderful park.
Eight things to discover really close to the Eiffel Tower
Seen the Eiffel Tower already? Great. Now head a few steps to the east and discover all this as well.
Guide to the 7th arrondissement: Paris When it Glitters
Here it is: one of the most famous neighbourhoods in Paris… maybe even the world. Featuring everything from the Eiffel Tower to the Musée d’Orsay, here’s how to spend a perfect day in the seventh arrondissement.
Members-Only: A virtual tour of the lovely Parc Monceau
Fancy some virtual travel to the loveliest park in Paris? Here is the replay of a live video in the Parc Monceau (with an expert tour guide), plus dozens of new and fantastic photos. This page is for Patreon members only.
The 8th arrondissement: The most elegant part of Paris
The eighth arrondissement is lovely. Grand, exquisite, and elegant. Here’s what you should seek out there.
Guide to the 9th arrondissement of Paris: A district of note
From the opulent Opera to playful Pigalle, here’s what we can recommend in the ninth arrondissement of Paris.
Ten hidden treasures in Paris that you’ve never seen
Here are ten hidden gems for you to find in Paris. How many have YOU seen?
Ten historical Paris restaurants to tell your friends about
Here are ten Paris restaurants with a great historical backstory, a charm, a je ne sais quoi that makes for a good tale, or at least an interesting conversation point over dinner.
Ten expert tips for planning your Paris trip
So you’re coming to Paris and you want to maximise your time and spend your money wisely. But how to do it? Here are our tips.
Guide to the 10th arrondissement of Paris: The melting pot
The 10th arrondissement is a melting pot of old Paris, new Paris, and everything (and everyone) in between. Here’s what we found during our visit, from iconic restaurants and exceptional bakeries to top-notch canal-side picnic ideas.
Have you explored the secret passages of the 11th arrondissement?
A little-known Paris treasure is the open-air passageways that are dotted throughout the 11th arrondissement. Here’s how to find them.
Guide to the 11th arrondissement of Paris: The cool part of town
The 11th arrondissement is undoubtedly the cool part of town. Here’s what we found during our 24-hour visit, from eco hotels to password-protected speakeasy bars.
What it’s really like to dine at the legendary Paris restaurant Le Train Bleu
Dining at the Train Bleu restaurant is a true bucket-list experience that everyone should try once. Here’s what happened when we visited, complete with dozens of stunning photos.
Guide to the 12th arrondissement of Paris: A district on the move
The 12th district of Paris is enormous and rich with treasures. Here’s our guide, featuring the exceptional Train Bleu restaurant, the intriguing fairground museum, and much more.
The Paris apartment that became a treasure trove of antique maps
In an apartment in the 13th arrondissement, untold treasures line the bookshelves and hang on the walls. Join me on a visit to the antique map specialists, the Librarie Loeb Larocque.
Guide to the 13th arrondissement of Paris: Hidden gems
The 13th arrondissement is not typically a place for tourist sites… or so we thought. Here are the best things to find, including two magnificent globes that deserve a spot in the Louvre museum!
What it’s really like to dine at the iconic Paris restaurant: Le Dôme
We visited the iconic Parisian restaurant Le Dome. Here’s what you can expect if you do the same.