The Globes of Coronelli are perhaps the most incredible Paris site you’ve never heard about. Here’s how to find them – and the story of how they came to be.
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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.
How to visit the charming Butte-aux-Cailles neighbourhood
Dubbed by some as “Mini Montmartre”, the Butte-aux-Cailles is a small and charming neighbourhood at the top of a hill in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. Here’s how to visit and what to find.
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!
Vanves: Why you should visit the OTHER Paris flea market
Everyone talks about the famous market to the north of Paris, but you should really be heading to the Vanves flea market in the 14th arrondissement. Here’s why.
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.
Guide to the 14th arrondissement of Paris: The surprise package
This truly is an underrated Paris destination, featuring everything from iconic diners, village-style streets, and curiosities that’ll leave your eyes wide with wonder.
‘Swan Island’: The beautiful Paris walk you’ve never heard of before
Take a stroll with us along the wonderful Île aux Cygnes, the long island near the Eiffel Tower you’ve probably never seen.
Guide to the 15th arrondissement of Paris: The overlooked district
The best view of Paris, a bistro steeped in local history, and a delightful bakery. Here’s what you should track down in the 15th arrondissement of Paris.
Corkscrews & Canes: The five best museums in the 16th arrondissement of Paris
From Monet’s impressionist art to the most ornate wooden desk you’ve ever seen: Here are five great museums in the 16th arrondissement.
The Hunt for Hector: Where to find Guimard’s Art Nouveau facades in the 16th arrondissement
The 16th arrondissement is rich with incredible Art Nouveau buildings by architect Hector Guimard. Here’s how and where to find the key buildings.
Psst: Want to see inside the most glorious mosaic lobby in Paris?
Take a look inside this incredible building entrance in the 16th arrondissement.
This tiny Parisian bar from 1911 is an Art Nouveau paradise
Take a look inside the amazing Cravan bar, tucked away in a Hector Guimard building in the 16th arrondissement.
Guide to the 16th arrondissement of Paris: The sweet life
Ah, the 16th arrondissement. Ignored by many tourists for being too “boring”, perhaps even too expensive – but there are plenty of treasures to find (and we found them).
A unique Paris apartment: Inside a domed rooftop home
Ever wondered what it looks like inside a domed Paris apartment? Well let’s take a look!
Guide to the 17th arrondissement of Paris: A slice of family life
Here’s your guide to the 17th arrondissement of Paris with all the treasures we found there.
Paris Cafes: Seven excellent coffee shops in Montmartre
Cafes in Montmartre: Here are seven of the very best coffee shops in Montmartre, in the 18th arrondissement of Paris.
Here’s what happened when we got our portrait drawn in Montmartre
We got our portrait drawn at the Place du Tertre in Montmartre. Here’s what happened and what you can expect if you want to do the same.