Paris
Arcade life,Paris.

Move over,Melbourne:Here’s how Paris does laneway culture

Hidden in plain sight,the covered arcades of the French capital are full of old-world charm,intrigue,restaurants and art.

  • bySteve McKenna
Manhattan vibes in La Defense.

Why you should visit this unknown,Manhattan-esque district of Paris

You’ll find quirky art,architecture and urban design in this pocket of the French capital.

  • bySteve McKenna
Quirky yet cosy,Boubale is Le Grand Mazarin’s street-level bar-restaurant.
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Hotel reviews

Flamboyant new Paris hotel channels Wes Anderson with eye-popping aesthetics

This vivacious hotel is exquisitely crafted and superbly located,making it a fabulous addition to Paris’ high-end hotel scene.

  • bySteve McKenna
Visit Arc de Triomphe during rare free windows.

Ten of the best things to do for free in Paris

You don’t have to empty your wallet to absorb culture or relax in Paris. Some of the city’s most enjoyable experiences won’t cost a cent.

  • byBrian Johnston
The art of picnicking in Paris.

No chips:How to picnic the Parisian way

Produce a bag of chips or can of soft drink and you’ll be guillotined by public opinion.

  • byBrian Johnston
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Your guide to where to stay,eat and the must-see highlights.

Dirty Lemon:This trendy cocktail bar serves fresh-pressed juice cocktails with a Mediterranean twist.

Paris’ best places to eat and drink

From where to get the city’s best croissant,to cold-pressed juice cocktails and an unparalleled coq au vin,discover the new Paris by mouth.

  • byDivya Bala
The mosque’s internal courtyard is an oasis of serenity.

10 great things in Paris most visitors (and some locals) miss

Already had an eyeful of the Eiffel? There are a few hidden gems in the City of Lights that some of the locals don’t even know about.

  • byDivya Bala
Paris’ first and only officially designated château hotel lives up to its castle-like moniker.

The best places to stay in Paris

From luxurious boutique hotels once inhabited by the Hermès family to more humble hidden gems,Paris offers a plethora of choices for the discerning traveller.

  • byDivya Bala
Paris Plages:no need to miss out on the beach while visiting the City of Lights in summer.

The best times to visit Paris

From scorching sundowners on the banks of the Seine to snow-covered strolls in the Bois de Vincennes,Paris has a temperature to suit all tastes.

  • byDivya Bala